Services Division Deputy Chief 2025-00282
Apply NowCompany: State of Wyoming
Location: Cheyenne, WY 82001
Description:
Salary: $9,714.11 - $10,793.45 Monthly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2025-00282
Department: Game & Fish Commission
Division: Services
Opening Date: 02/05/2025
Closing Date: 2/18/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Job Classification: FWMG14
Description and Functions
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a Deputy Division Chief in Cheyenne, WY. With the Division Chief, this position is responsible for directing, planning, organizing, and controlling the statewide functions of the Department's Services Division. The division consists of conservation engineering, land and access acquisition, habitat and access maintenance, information technology, geographic information system, and wildlife forensic/fish pathology programs. This position is responsible for the division's day-to-day operations and oversight of approximately 53 permanent and 20 contract personnel. This position oversees the development and management of the division's budget, which is currently $16 million per year. This position serves on the agency's senior leadership team.
Human Resource Contact: Alice Saldana / alice.saldana2@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference may be given to individuals with work experience in fish and wildlife management.
Preference may be given to those with experience in running a medium to large division.
Preference may be given to those with a Bachelor's Degree and at least 5 years of progressive work experience
Preference may be given to those with experience in the supervision of multiple work units.
**Must have a valid driver's license.
KNOWLEDGE:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Wildlife Management)
Experience:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Game and Fish Manager II
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
6-8 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Game and Fish Manager II
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
NOTES:
Supplemental Information
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
to learn more!
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
02
(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
03
(FWMG14) Which of the following best describes your work experience (typically in Wildlife management)?Experience definition: (This experience includes, the supervision and management of wildlife biology, biology, zoology, range management, wildlife resource management, and research or habitat development.)
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
05
Can you describe your experience managing a medium to large division?
06
Can you describe your experience in the supervision of multiple work units?
07
Do you have a valid driver's license?
08
(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
09
(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
10
(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
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(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
Required Question
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2025-00282
Department: Game & Fish Commission
Division: Services
Opening Date: 02/05/2025
Closing Date: 2/18/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Job Classification: FWMG14
Description and Functions
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a Deputy Division Chief in Cheyenne, WY. With the Division Chief, this position is responsible for directing, planning, organizing, and controlling the statewide functions of the Department's Services Division. The division consists of conservation engineering, land and access acquisition, habitat and access maintenance, information technology, geographic information system, and wildlife forensic/fish pathology programs. This position is responsible for the division's day-to-day operations and oversight of approximately 53 permanent and 20 contract personnel. This position oversees the development and management of the division's budget, which is currently $16 million per year. This position serves on the agency's senior leadership team.
Human Resource Contact: Alice Saldana / alice.saldana2@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
- Provides oversight for Services Division work activities in the absence of the Services Division Chief. Provides leadership, oversees, manages, directs, and evaluates work activities, programs, and employees within the Services Division.
- Develops, reviews, and makes recommendations on strategic and other plan objectives and goals at a Department and Division level.
- Writes and edits technical and non-technical documents and agreements.
- Confers with staff and representatives of other divisions, sections, or work units of the Department to agree on decisions, clarify information and resolve common problems.
- Writes policy and operating procedures for the Services Division.
- Directs, instructs, and counsels subordinate personnel who are supervisors or section managers. Assists the Services Division Chief in planning for better use of material and personnel, examining results, and making decisions to accomplish Department objectives.
- Communicates and coordinates with other state and federal agencies, departments, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), including the public, on Department programs specific to the Services Division issues.
- Provide technical information to the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission, governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations, and the public so they can make informed decisions on issues affecting the Department, including capital construction projects, property rights, facilities management, and habitat management.
- Provides direction, review, and oversight for Services Division budget development and approval, ensuring budgetary needs for all Division programs are addressed.
- Prepares for, attends, and participates in Commission meetings. Serves as a member of Staff for the Department, which collectively addresses management issues, policies, and overall Department priorities.
- Assists Division Chief with personnel functions such as interviewing applicants, new employee orientation, discipline, performance appraisal, and making recommendations for promotion, demotion, and transfer of employees, as assigned.
- Participates in developing an annual plan of work activity, including habitat projects, land acquisition, capital construction, and information technology.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference may be given to individuals with work experience in fish and wildlife management.
Preference may be given to those with experience in running a medium to large division.
Preference may be given to those with a Bachelor's Degree and at least 5 years of progressive work experience
Preference may be given to those with experience in the supervision of multiple work units.
**Must have a valid driver's license.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Skill in managing and leading large work units or divisions.
- Knowledge of all facets of agency operations, as well as, current events and issues at the regional and national levels.
- Knowledge of fish and wildlife population and habitat management.
- Skill in reviewing and guiding organizational and work unit performance.
- Knowledge of conservation engineering, information technology, and property rights acquisition and management; knowledge of human dimensions, strategic planning, and annual reporting.
- Skill in verbal and written communications; skill in supervision, leadership, and team building; skill in developing and managing complex budgets; skill in negotiating and resolving internal and external conflicts; skill in prioritizing and allocating finite personnel and financial resources to meet the agency's goals and objectives.
- Knowledge of principles and concepts associated with Wyoming State Government, including legislative and executive branches.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Wildlife Management)
Experience:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Game and Fish Manager II
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
6-8 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Game and Fish Manager II
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Statewide travel is required.
NOTES:
- FLSA: Exempt
- Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.
- This position reports to the Chief of the Services Division, Wyoming Game and Fish Department.
- This position hires, promotes, disciplines, and terminates division personnel.
- Must apply using the State of Wyoming online application system to be considered. Submit a letter of interest (limit 1 page) to Sean Bibbey, Chief of Services Division, Wyoming Game and Fish Dept., 5400 Bishop Blvd., Cheyenne, WY 82006.
- Submit a letter of interest in relation to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department to Sean Bibbey, Chief of Services Division, Wyoming Game and Fish Dept., 5400 Bishop Blvd., Cheyenne, WY 82006. (limit 2 pages).
Supplemental Information
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
to learn more!
01
(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
- High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
- Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
- Associate's Degree
- Associate's Degree and additional coursework
- Bachelor's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
- Master's Degree
- Master's Degree and additional coursework
- Doctorate Degree
- Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
- None of the Above
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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
- 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
- 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
- 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
- 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
- 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
- N/A
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(FWMG14) Which of the following best describes your work experience (typically in Wildlife management)?Experience definition: (This experience includes, the supervision and management of wildlife biology, biology, zoology, range management, wildlife resource management, and research or habitat development.)
- No relevant experience.
- Less than One (1) year of relevant experience.
- One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
- Two (2) to less than thess(3) years of relevant experience.
- Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
- Four (4) to less than five (5) years of relevant experience.
- Five (5) to less than six (6) years of relevant experience.
- Six (6) or more years of relevant experience.
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
05
Can you describe your experience managing a medium to large division?
06
Can you describe your experience in the supervision of multiple work units?
07
Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
- Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
- Indeed
- Zip Recruiter
- Wyoming Workforce Center
- Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
- Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
- Career Fair
- Human Resources Division
- Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
- Current State Employee
- Other
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
10
(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
11
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
- Yes
- No
- I am not a veteran
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
- Current State Employee
- Veteran - DD214 Attached
- Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
- Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
- None of the above
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(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
- Yes
- No
Required Question