Mosquito Control Biologist 1 - Lee County

Lee County Mosquito/Hyacinth Control Districts

Mosquito Control Biologist I

SALARY: $27.01 - $31.50 Hourly

LOCATION: Lehigh Acres, FL

JOB TYPE: Full-time

JOB NUMBER: 2023-18

ORGANIZATION: Mosquito Control

DEPARTMENT: Mosquito Larvaciding

OPENING DATE: 05/22/2023

Agency: Lee County Mosquito/Hyacinth Control Districts

After successful completion of an extensive training program, this full-time field position will lead to a supervisory role in anassigned geographical area performing aerial control and overseeing marine and ground mosquito control operations.

Essential Functions

• Bachelors Degree in a biological science from an accredited college or university

• Must have a valid Class E Florida’s driver’s license and a clean driving record

• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and have the ability to learn and operate internal programsincluding GIS systems and databases

• Must be able to work a varied schedule including working on weekends and nights

• Ability to ride in helicopters and boats and operate a variety of small equipment

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English and be able to read and understand chemical label instructions inEnglish

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Florida Public Health Pest Control License within six months of hire

Qualifications

• Previous mosquito control experience, preferably in Florida

• Supervisory experience

• Current Florida Public Health Pest Control License and/or Advanced Public Health Pest Control License

• Bachelors Degree in Entomology from an accredited college or university

• Course work in Biology 1 and 2 w/lab, Chemistry 1 and 2 w/lab, Physics 1 and 2 w/lab, Ecology, Genetics, OrganicChemistry, Statistics 1, and Calculus 1

Supplemental Information

To Apply: Submit an application on our career website select link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lcmcd

Equal Opportunity Employer; Drug Free Workplace; Veterans Preference to those who qualify

Seasonal Rooftop Seabird Field Technician - Audubon (Fl Panhandle)

Seasonal Rooftop Seabird Field Technician

Audubon Florida

Panama City to Pensacola, FL

APPLY ONLINE ONLY AT: https://careers-audubon.icims.com/jobs/5347/seasonal-rooftop-seabird-field-technician/job

Position Summary

Audubon Florida seeks a Seasonal Rooftop Seabird Field Technician to support nesting season seabird conservation on rooftops throughout the Florida Panhandle. Rooftop nesting seabirds are primarily Least Terns but also including Black Skimmers, and Gull-billed Terns. The Rooftop Seabird Field Technician will work in a five county region of Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, and Bay.

The Field Technician will help with rooftop colony conservation including fencing rooftops, finding and monitoring roof colonies, conducting emergency chick retrieval and assisting with volunteer coordination. This is a seasonal position, scheduled for 40 hours a week (including some holidays and weekends), April - August 2023 and will be based within the Panama City to Pensacola, Florida area.

Compensation:
$15.00 - $19.00 per hour based on experience

Essential Functions

Under the guidance of the Panhandle Program Manager, Field Technician will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Survey the Panhandle’s historic rooftop nesting sites to determine whether they are active during the nesting season

• Engage with and support the owners of buildings with rooftop colonies

• Work with property managers to “chick proof” rooftops prior to the nesting season

• Organize volunteers to check the building sites of rooftop colonies to collect fallen chicks and return them to rooftops

• Respond to or coordinate volunteer response to calls regarding fallen chicks at rooftop colonies

• Responsible for timely data entry and reporting

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in ecology, biology or related field preferred.

• Demonstrated experience with field work, as well as familiarity with the Florida Panhandle region.

• Knowledge of and experience identifying various seabird species.

• Must be comfortable working on rooftops at various building heights.

• Ability to safely drive long distances in assigned work vehicle.

• Must have strong interpersonal skills, and be able to communicate clearly to various audiences.

• A detailed approach to work, one who possesses good judgment integrity with work products.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite required.

• Experience with or leading volunteer groups strongly preferred.

• A flexible approach to work; must have a valid driver's license and be willing to work some weekends and holidays.

• Comfort working in outside, variable conditions, such as rooftops.

• Ability to lift 30 lbs. also necessary.

EEO Statement

The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.

Apalachicola Shorebird Biologist - Audubon (Apalachicola)

Apalachicola Shorebird Biologist
Apalachicola, FL
Audubon Florida

APPLY ONLINE AT: https://careers-audubon.icims.com/jobs/5339/biologist%2c-apalachicola-shorebird/job   

Position Summary

Audubon Florida seeks a Biologist, Apalachicola Shorebird with boat handling experience to support beach-nesting season and nonbreeding season bird conservation work in the Eastern Florida Panhandle. They will work remotely in the Apalachicola region of southern Franklin County and travel to complete most of the work on and around beaches and islands including Little St. George Island, Dog Island, Flag Island Critical Wildlife Area, St. George Island Causeway Critical Wildlife Area and other sites as assigned.

From February to August, or later if nesting activity continues (breeding season), the Biologist, Apalachicola Shorebird will be responsible for performing independent beach-nesting bird monitoring and protection work primarily in Franklin County, Florida. Responsibilities include the following, in addition to other as-needed duties:

• Posting symbolic fencing around beach-nesting bird sites and maintaining said posting.

• Monitoring nest sites weekly, at minimum, for evidence of disturbance or predation.

• Documenting nonbreeding Piping, Snowy, Wilson’s plovers, and Red Knots, and other focal species.

• Performing weekly bird surveys to collect demographic data according to specified protocol, and banded bird resighting as directed; and

• Protecting sites from disturbance through predation management and game camera monitoring in cooperation with site managers and partner agencies, educating beachgoers about coastal bird species while encouraging compliance with posted areas, and engaging in outreach to user groups through presentations at organizational meetings.

From mid-August through mid-February (“non-breeding season”), they will be responsible for completing biweekly winter coastal bird surveys and banded bird resighting focusing on Red Knot, Piping Plover, and Snowy Plover, primarily in Franklin County, Florida, and elsewhere in the Florida Panhandle as needed; assisting with volunteer recruitment, management, and training; carrying out equipment maintenance; and giving public presentations and beach walks as outreach to key user groups that may impact conservation of coastal birds in the Florida Panhandle.

Compensation:

$42,500/year

Essential Functions

• In communication with the Panhandle Shorebird Project Manager and close collaboration with Carrabelle Shorebird Biologist, complete all site surveys.

• Post symbolic fencing as required or immediately when new nest sites are located.

• Conduct weekly, at a minimum, monitoring for nesting progress, predation, and disturbance according to the terms of Audubon’s contractual requirements.

• Survey assigned sites weekly, at minimum, to collect avian demographic data and enter data into the Florida Shorebird Database or other database as required and in a timely manner.

• Plan and conduct community outreach efforts such as public presentations, tabling events, and beach walks while educating and engaging the public about Florida’s focal shore/seabird species.

• Actively participate in regional working groups and partner workshops including delivering periodic technical presentations.

• Assist with other shorebird conservation and survey efforts.

• Determine and implement decision that minimize disturbance through predation management, data collection use of game cameras or other technology, alteration of posted nest-site boundaries, removal of posting materials and field equipment in advance of severe storm warnings, manage and report on bird mortalities, and implement disturbance minimization methods at nesting sites or migratory bird congregation sites.

• Review and conduct appropriate analysis of georeferenced data in Google Earth or ArcGIS Online software to provide quality control prior to submittal.

• Contribute to technical report writing as needed and submitting content for program-related publications in a variety of media.

• Oversee the maintenance needs of assigned program vehicles, trailers, boats and ATV/UTVs.

• Mentor and manage volunteers in monitoring, surveying, and stewardship activities.

• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in biology, wildlife ecology or related field required; master’s degree substitutes for 1 year of professional experience.

• 3 years/seasons demonstrated expertise in bird identification and performing demographic bird surveys using rigorous protocols is required. At least two years of experience in shorebird or seabird identification and rigorous surveys are required.

• Demonstrate experience operating and maintaining motorboats with trailer launch in challenging nearshore marine conditions or equivalent experience in freshwater environments is required.

• Kayak paddling experience in nearshore marine or open-water conditions is a plus.

• Demonstrated success with accurate recording of field-collected data and data entry using MS Excel, MS Access, or online web portal data entry is required.

• Must have strong organizational and analytical skills and great attention to detail.

• Superior communication skills and demonstrated ability to work independently and with multiple stakeholder groups. Comfort presenting in a group setting is a must.

• Excellent judgment, problem-solving skills, and decision-making skills, with a high degree of integrity in all deliverables.

• Demonstrated experience working with external partners and volunteers.

• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs., and ability to traverse up to 5 miles on the beach carrying spotting scope, binoculars, and daypack with or without accommodation.

• Demonstrated experience with performing field work in challenging coastal conditions year-round.

• Ability to think strategically and creatively while managing multiple tasks, meeting deadlines, and operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Familiarity with coastal conservation lands of the Florida Panhandle a plus.

• Experience with setting up and operating cameras, including mobile (GoPro type), game cameras and remote detection technologies preferred.

• Familiarity with Florida coastal bird management and coastal conservation lands of the Florida Panhandle a plus.

• Must be able to work long days, weekends, and holidays as needed, in Florida summer field conditions.

• Ability to effectively manage time and complete tasks independently with minimal oversight.

• Must have a valid driver’s license.

• A genuine passion for conservation and for the mission of the National Audubon Society is a must.

Scientist 4 - SFWMD (Okeechobee)

Scientist 4

Okeechobee Service Center

3657BR

Scientist 4 | SFWMD (brassring.com)

Job Description

The office and reporting location for this position will be the Okeechobee Service Center Office located in the city of Okeechobee.

The Land Management Unit within the District’s Land Resources Bureau oversees the planning and implementation of natural resources management functions on District conservation lands.  The Kissimmee River Region Scientist 4 within the Land Management Unit is an experienced Scientist position responsible for administering resource and public use land management functions on over 56,820 acres of conservation and project lands within the District’s Kissimmee/Okeechobee Land Management Region.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:  

• Assist with the planning and implementation of all regional land management functions including, but not limited to, prescribed burning, contracted exotic plant control activities, mechanical vegetation management, and restoration activities.

• Administer Regional agricultural lease operations and provide field support to ensure the lessees are meeting BMP standards and that District land management objectives are being met.

• Assist the District’s Public Use and Wildlife Unit with implementing Regional recreation plans and maintaining public use facilities.

• Assist with the development and implementation of Regional annual operational plans and budgets in accordance with District protocols, track expenditures, monitor project progress, and prepare Regional accomplishments reports.

• Assist with the coordination of Regional prescribed fires efforts, operate myriad field equipment, conduct aerial inspections, and provide other field staff support.

• Where appropriate, recommend process improvements and procedural changes to more effectively and efficiently implement the District’s Strategic Plan.

• Occasionally represent the Section and/or Bureau on District taskforces, at interagency meetings, and in public forums.

Incumbent shall possess strong written and oral communication skills and will be expected to work productively in a group setting with co-workers and other agencies.  Assignments for developmental purposes may include some work that is typical of a higher-level scientist position.

Knowledge and Skills:
Demonstrates knowledge of and skills in:
•           South Florida ecology and ecological restoration principles
•           Practical natural resources management
•           Leadership and personnel management
•           Diplomacy, relationship building, and customer relations
•           Oral and written communication and strategic thinking
•           Consensus and confidence-building
•           Effective organizational skills

Employment Guidelines (May be filled as Scientist 3):
Scientist 4:  Bachelor’s Degree in biology, ecology, wildlife, or a related natural science discipline is preferred and 4+ years of related experience that demonstrates measurable career progression within the field of natural resource management.

Scientist 3:  Bachelor’s Degree in biology, ecology, wildlife, or a related natural science discipline is preferred and 2+ years of related experience that demonstrates measurable career progression within the field of natural resource management.

Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Licenses:
Valid State of Florida Driver’s License.  Possession or ability to acquire a State of Florida Forest Service Prescribed Burn Manager Certification within 180 days of hire date.

Physical Requirements/ Working Environment:
This position requires a combination of office work with periodic professional or business meetings, and field work with regular exposure to hot, humid, and smoky environments in remote, wet, and/or heavily vegetated areas. Incumbent may be required to lift up to 40 lbs.

Due to the District’s response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times, be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role.

Veterans’ Preference:
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veteran’s Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.

Salary Minimum $54,371.20

Salary Midpoint: $64,625.60

Salary Maximum $93,184.00

Organization RS3903932

Science Supervisor - SFWMD (Homestead)

Science Supervisor

Homestead Field Station

3656BR

https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25162&siteid=5199&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=1454974

Job Description

This position will be located at a South Florida Water Management District office facility in our Southern Glades Region based on the selected candidate.

The Land Management Unit within the District’s Land Resources Bureau oversees the planning and implementation of natural resources management functions on District conservation lands.  The Everglades Supervising Scientist within the Land Management Unit is a seasoned Scientist position responsible for administering resource and public use land management functions on over 62,500 acres of conservation lands within the District’s Everglades Land Management Region.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide direct administrative and supervisory oversight of two (2) full-time employees and assist in the employee recruitment process when needed.

• Oversee the planning and implementation of all land management functions including, but not limited to, prescribed burning, contracted exotic plant control activities, mechanical vegetation management, and restoration activities within the Everglades Land Management Region.

• Ensure that all land management functions are performed in an effective and efficient manner.

• Develop and implement Regional annual operational plans and budgets in accordance with District protocols, track expenditures, monitor progress, and prepare Regional accomplishments reports.

• Actively participate in concerted efforts to manage natural resources across political boundaries in South Florida.  

• Coordinate Regional prescribed fires efforts, operate myriad field equipment, conduct aerial inspections, and provide field staff support.

• Where appropriate, recommend process improvements and procedural changes to more effectively and efficiently implement the District’s Strategic Plan.

• Occasionally represent the Section and/or Bureau on District taskforces, at interagency meetings, and in public forums.

Incumbent shall possess strong written and oral communication skills and will be expected to work productively in a group setting with co-workers and other agencies.  Prior supervisory experience is preferred.  Assignments for developmental purposes may include some work that is typical of a higher supervisory or management level.
 

Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrates knowledge of and skills in:

• South Florida ecology and ecological restoration principles

• Practical natural resources management

• Leadership and personnel management

• Diplomacy, relationship building, and customer relations

• Oral and written communication and strategic thinking

• Consensus and confidence-building

• Effective organizational skills

Employment Guidelines (May be filled as a Scientist Senior)
Supervising Scientist:  Master's Degree in biology, wildlife, or a related natural science discipline and eight (8) or more years of related experience that demonstrates measurable career progression within the field of natural resource management.

Scientist Senior:  Master's Degree in biology, wildlife, or a related natural science discipline and six (6) or more years of related experience that demonstrates measurable career progression within the field of natural resource management. 

Previous experience with a county, state or federal natural resource management agency or a comparable organization whose mission includes the conservation and management of natural resources is preferred.  Florida Forest Service Certified Prescribed Burn Manager certification preferred.  Prior experience should include two (2) years supervising natural resources management staff or assisting the managing lead of a scientific department.

Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Licenses
Valid State of Florida Driver’s License.  Possession or ability to acquire a State of Florida Forest Service Prescribed Burn Manager Certification within 180 days of hire date.

Physical Requirements/ Working Environment
This position requires a combination of office work with periodic professional or business meetings, and field work with regular exposure to hot, humid, and smoky environments in remote, wet, and/or heavily vegetated areas.  Incumbent may be required to lift up to 40 lbs.

Due to the District’s response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times, be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role.

Veterans’ Preference
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veteran’s Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.

Salary Minimum

$62,961.60

Biological Science Technician - USDA (Wauchula, FL)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT - U. S. Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Wildlife Services

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OPEN DATE:                       March 2, 2023 

CLOSING DATE:              March 9, 2023

POSITION TITLE:              Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) 

TYPE OF POSITION:         Term Appointment with possibility for Benefits, Excepted Service

                                                 Not to Exceed 13 months (may be extended up to 4 years)

WORK SCHEDULE:          Full-Time 

ANNOUNCEMENT #:        WSFL-SOUTH-030223-MOSAIC 

SERIES/GRADE:                GS-0404-5/6 

FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL:     GS-0404-6 

NUMBER OF POSITIONS:      1 

LOCATION:      Wauchula, FL                              

SALARY:       $36,696 - $54,625  (RUS Pay Table) per year

                          Salary may vary depending on Locality Pay

OPS Biological Scientist III - FWC (Indiantown, FL)

For more information and to apply, click here:

https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/INDIANTOWN-OPS-F-&-W-BS-III-77902459-FL-34956/998184200/

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Posting Closing Date: 03/13/2023 

Working Title: OPS Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist III

Salary: $21.00 hourly

Position number: 77902459

Class Code: 5074

Program Broad Band Code: 19-1023-03

Level of Education: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or higher, in a life or physical science

Region: South

County: Martin

Working hours: 40hrs/week

List of any subordinates supervised: None

Residency requirement: None

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Division: Habitat and Species Conservation

Section:  Invasive Plant Management

Sub-section: Field Operations

Address: 18150 SW Martin Hwy, Indiantown, FL 34956

Supervisor: Sarah Palladino

In addition to submitting a completed State of Florida electronic application and completing the qualifying questions, applicants must attach a cover letter and up to date resume. Submitted cover letter should at a minimum explain your interest in working in invasive plant management and identify your most relevant skills and experience.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Description of position: 

This position is responsible for assessing aquatic plant populations, recommending and permitting aquatic and upland plant control programs for both the private and public sectors, attending meetings, providing educational and informational services, scheduling contractor work schedules, monitoring aquatic plant control operations, providing extension services upon request, and conducting investigations for violations of the aquatic plant permitting rules. Persons applying for this position should be comfortable working independently in the field, have experience trailering and operating boats and ATVs, and have experience in plant identification and the control of invasive species. Experience with public speaking or presenting information to the public and/or professional peer groups is preferred.

It is expected that all FWC employees courteously assist Commission constituents to resolve questions or problems they may have on matters relating to the Commission, its programs or fish and wildlife conservation in general, and garner public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida's citizens in a positive and proactive manner.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position:  

Incumbent must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work well with team members and members of the public. 

Other required knowledge, skills and abilities include: 

• Ability to work well in a fast-paced work climate, and to adhere to regulatory time constraints

• Knowledge of invasive plant management principles and practices

• Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to plant management

• Familiarity with nonnative species issues

• Demonstrated technical writing ability

• Public speaking

• Experience working with the public and/or stakeholder representatives

• On occasion the ability to travel for several days at a time throughout Florida

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.