The Wildlife Society - Arizona Chapter

06/10/2026

Hey wildlifers, check out these upcoming jobs and opportunities!

MTM Environmental is seeking field technicians to conduct Northern Goshawk surveys in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests during summer 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals looking to gain experience with raptor surveys, navigation, data collection, and remote fieldwork.
https://aztws.com/jobs_raptor_tech_mtm_2026/

The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) is seeking an Environmental Protection & Natural Resources (EPNR) Manager to lead environmental protection, natural resource management, and range management programs in Scottsdale, Arizona. This is a leadership position that oversees a multidisciplinary team of environmental professionals and plays a key role in environmental compliance, natural resource conservation, strategic planning, grant administration, and budget management.
https://aztws.com/epnr_manager_2026/
Opportunities


We are looking for volunteers to assist with a project studying the distribution and ecology of medium and large mammals in the Baboquivari Mountains. Volunteers will help check and retrieve over 100 wildlife cameras deployed throughout the study area.
The Baboquivari Mountains are the westernmost sky island in the United States and are located almost entirely within the Tohono O'odham Nation. This project offers a unique opportunity to contribute to wildlife research while spending time in one of Arizona's remarkable and biologically diverse landscapes.

If you are interested in participating or would like additional information, please contact [email protected] .

We hope to see you there!

Organization: MTM Environmental, LLCLocation: Pinedale, AZ (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests)Job Type: Seasonal Position Overview MTM Environmental is seeking multiple Seasonal Raptor Field Technicians to assist with American Goshawk (Northern Goshawk) surveys...

05/04/2026

Job Openings --

The New Rob Walton School of Conservation Futures (SCF) at Arizona State University, within the Rob Walton College of Global Futures, is continuing to grow and is currently recruiting for several faculty positions. The program is preparing to welcome its first cohort of students in Spring 2027.

Current openings include:

Clinical Professor in Conservation Technology and Innovation: https://apply.interfolio.com/185459
Clinical Professor in Conservation Policy and Governance: https://apply.interfolio.com/185470
Professor of Practice in Conservation Finance: https://apply.interfolio.com/185448
Professor of Indigenous Conservation: https://apply.interfolio.com/185163

03/27/2026

Come join NPS rangers for the 2026 Border BioBlitz at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument! Help us search for and document the incredible biodiversity of the Sonoran Desert. All you need is a phone with the free iNaturalist app to catalogue your findings.
Visitors can meet at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center at 8:15 am to caravan together, or meet their fellow bioblitzers at Quitobaquito Springs at 9 am.

📅: April 4th, 9 am - Noon
📌: Quitobaquito Springs at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

We suggest wearing long pants, sturdy shoes, a shady hat, sunscreen, and bringing plenty of water! We'll spend the morning exploring, learning, and contributing data to important community science projects.

See you there!


📸: NPS

03/27/2026

Wildlife Techniques Workshop!!

Make sure to RSVP by April 3, this a fantastic workshop where you'll have the opportunity to learn hands-on techniques and tools of the trade.

03/12/2026

Let us commemorate the life and work of Dr. Selso Villegas, who passed away earlier this week. Dr. Villegas recently received the TWS Tribal Conservationist Award, and leaves behind a remarkable legacy of stewardship and service to the Tohono O'odham Nation.

03/09/2026

Join the Desert Laboratory on Tumamoc Hill for the next Tumamoc Author Series, featuring Theresa Crimmins, Director of the USA National Phenology Network and Associate Professor at the University of Arizona.

When: March 11 @ 6pm
Where: Tumamoc Hill Boathouse (base of Tumamoc Hill)
1675 W. Anklam Rd.
Tucson, AZ

03/03/2026

Hello AZTWS Members,

Do something wild and share your wildlife experiences with AZTWS! All submissions are welcome, such as articles (from professionals, students, and public—preferably with photos!), meeting/event announcements, project updates, science communication, job announcements, volunteer opportunities, photographs (with credits), and anything else relevant to management and conservation of Arizona’s wildlife resources. AZTWS encourages submissions and supporting material from under-represented and marginalized groups to empower and elevate voices of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. AZTWS is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in Arizona’s wildlife profession and community.

If you have any items you would like to share, please send them to the newsletter editor at [email protected]. The deadline for submitting materials to be included in the AZTWS Spring newsletter is Friday, March 20th. Thank you!

01/23/2026

Hey photographers, make sure to have your best shots ready to go for this years JAM photo contest!

01/15/2026

ATTENTION JAM PRESENTERS:

We are working hard to have a draft presentation agenda ready as soon as possible.

We have received over 90 oral presentation abstracts and posters. We still have space for a few posters if you would like to submit!

If you have not received confirmation in email yet regarding your submission, reach out to [email protected]

12/30/2025

Second Call For Posters!

We still have room for up to 17 Poster presentations. If you haven't submitted yet, send your abstract to [email protected] with subject line "Last Name - Poster Submission".

If you haven't registered for JAM yet make sure to follow the link in our pinned post to save your spot!