Anchor Steward - Audubon (Collier County, FL)

Collier County Anchor Steward

Audubon Florida

Collier County, FL

APPLY ONLINE AT: https://careers-audubon.icims.com/jobs/5555/collier-county-anchor-steward/job

Position Summary

Audubon Florida supports management of beach-nesting birds at many locations on the Gulf Coast and Northeast Atlantic Coast of Florida by surveying, posting, stewarding and protecting nesting areas from disturbance. To better monitor and protect the nesting shorebirds along beaches and other nest sites Audubon is hiring a seasonal Beach Anchor Steward to work at beach-nesting bird sites within Collier County, Florida. The site most likely requiring stewardship is Big Marco Pass CWA, which is reached by boating. Nesting species may include Wilson’s Plover, Least Tern, and Black Skimmer. The primary responsibility of the Anchor Steward is to organize and train volunteers in order to help monitor nesting birds and to conduct public outreach around the shore/seabird nesting areas. Additional responsibilities include aiding with additional sea/shorebird surveys with the supervisor, assisting external partners with research and management, and data management at the discretion of the supervisor.

This is a full-time, 40 hour per week, seasonal position focused on weekend days and holidays, including Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day, if nesting persists until the latter holiday. The position is expected to begin on April 15th, 2024 and continue through the end of nesting season, to be determined in consultation with supervisor. Nesting may persist into August or early September but can end early in the event of a catastrophic event or other total loss of nesting activity.

This role is on-site based out of multiple locations in Naples, Collier County, Florida.

Compensation:

$15.00 / hour

Essential Functions

• Monitor nesting birds and conduct minimum weekly counts of nests, chicks, and fledged young of each nesting species, and enter/report data to the supervisor.

• Assist site managers and Audubon staff with installing symbolic fencing around new nest areas as needed.

• Conduct public outreach at nesting beaches on weekends and holidays generally between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Hours may run longer or change as needed, and longer hours are anticipated on holiday weekends.

• Assist with recruiting volunteers; train, schedule, and transport volunteers to chaperone nesting birds and to conduct public outreach at nesting beaches on weekends and holidays.

• Work closely with site managers and Audubon staff, external partners, and volunteers in a positive and professional manner at all times.

• Assist with additional surveys and research with Audubon Florida staff and external partners.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience and ability with verbal communication, including a willingness to engage with a large variety of public.

• Experience and ability with record-keeping and summarizing data for grant-required reports.

• Ability to recruit, train, support, and schedule volunteers.

• Work well independently and with other staff and volunteers.

• A positive and diplomatic attitude.

• Demonstrated capability of physically active work walking on sandy beaches carrying field equipment during Florida summer field conditions and move 30 lbs. with or without accommodation.

• Must have a valid driver's license and a personal vehicle suited for transportation to complete assigned tasks.

• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

• Must be comfortable with boating and working on the water. Experience using a motorboat is preferred.
  Previous experience with monitoring and stewardship for one shore/seabird nesting season strongly preferred, but similar experience will be considered.

• Interest in conservation and passion for the mission of the National Audubon Society a must.

Wildlife Technician (3 positions) - USDA (Hernando/Pasco, Collier/Lee, Hillsborough/Manatee)

OPEN DATE: December 11th, 2023

CLOSING DATE: December 22nd, 2023

POSITION TITLE: Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) – 1 Position

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: Fulltime – 40 hours per week

ANNOUNCEMENT #: WSER-10-25-2023-FL

SERIES/GRADE: GS-0404-5/6

FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL: GS-0404-06

LOCATIONS: Duty stations Counties of Hernando, Pasco, Collier, Lee, Hillsborough and Manatee. This is a 100% remote position that must be located within the cities and/or counties listed in the vacancy announcement.

1 Vacancy will cover Hernando and Pasco counties, 1 Vacancy will cover Collier and Lee counties, 1 Vacancy will cover Hillsborough and Manatee counties

When applying please list the announcement number (WSER-10-25-FL) and which counties you are applying to, by number (below) you may apply to more than one.

1- Collier/Lee

2- Hillsborough/Manatee

3- Hernando/Pasco

The duty station for a remote designation is the selectee’s home and must be established within the defined geographic options prior to start date.

The selectee is not required to regularly work from a government facility however, the option may be available.

SALARY: $37,696 – $54,625 per year (depending on GS level qualified for and relocation costs will not be paid for this position)

WHO MAY APPLY:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Must be 18 years old

• If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, civil service

employment law (5 U.S.C. 3328) requires that you must be registered with the Selective Service

System, unless you meet certain exemptions (proof of registration and/or exemption required).

Website: http://www.sss.gov.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

Resume (include days/months/years worked, work schedule, and grade level if federal)

• 1) Personal information such as name, address, contact information

• 2) Education

• 3) Detailed work experience related to this position as described in the announcement including

  ▪ Work schedule,

  ▪ Hours worked per week,

  ▪ Dates of employment.

  ▪ Title, series, grade (if applicable)

• 4) All supervisors' phone numbers and if they may be contacted

• 5) Other qualifications, such as transcripts (if qualifying on education)

  Transcripts (if qualifying on education)

  DD-214 (Member 4 copy), if applicable for Veteran’s Preference

  VA letter required if claiming disabled Veteran’s Preference

  Current active-duty members must submit a certification that they are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted.

HOW TO APPLY: Additional materials not listed above (i.e. position descriptions, training certificates, etc.) may not be considered. Applicants who do not submit the required items listed above may not be considered. Applications with all supporting documents must be submitted to the contact office and must be RECEIVED by the CLOSING DATE of this announcement.

Interested individuals should send a resume, transcripts, veteran documentation (if applicable) to the contact office in each state where the position is located:

CONTACT OFFICE FOR FLORIDA:

Angelo Tisone

Assistant District Supervisor

Florida South District

1843 S. Tamiami Trail

Osprey, FL 34229

Angelo.Tisone@usda.gov

(267) 549-1448

Please click HERE for a copy of the position announcement with full details.

Biological Scientist III - FWC (Christmas, FL)

Position Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST III

Location: William Beardall Tosohatchee WMA in Christmas, FL

Salary: $45,000 per year plus benefits and on-site housing

Job Description:

The FWC’s Northeast Region is seeking a highly motivated candidate for an exciting and challenging opportunity to lead a team of biologists and fish and wildlife technicians managing the William Beardall Tosohatchee Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Orange County Florida. This position serves as the Lead Area Biologist responsible for managing over 30,000 acres of natural communities including floodplain marsh, hydric hammock, and wet and mesic flatwoods to benefit game, non-game, and imperiled wildlife and plant species. The Lead Area Biologist is responsible for coordinating and implementing habitat management and restoration activities including the application of prescribed fire on approximately 5,000 acres per year as well as conducting various mechanical and chemical treatments, and invasive species management. The incumbent will lead a team of 4 full-time employees and several seasonal positions to maintain, restore, and enhance habitats for the benefit of a variety of species and for the enjoyment of Florida residents and visitors.

This position is responsible for all aspects of running the WMA including project, infrastructure, and public hunt management; reporting, purchasing and budget management; GIS; and data entry. The incumbent will interact professionally with the public and partners, including other state and federal agencies as well as non-governmental organizations to provide information concerning wildlife, area management, and rules and regulations. The successful candidate will oversee the operation of hunter check stations to collect biological data of hunter harvested game. Occasionally the incumbent will be required to attend regional and divisional meetings as well as various trainings as needed.

Additionally, the incumbent will have responsibilities at the Seminole Ranch WMA to include, but not limited to interacting with the lead agency staff, supervising managed hunts, conducting habitat management activities, project implementation, and conducting surveys such as deer spotlight counts and invasive/exotic plant surveys.

Qualifications:

Incumbent must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and leadership skills, be able to work well with team members and interact positively with stakeholders and cooperators. 

Other knowledge, skills and abilities include: 

• Knowledge of principles of ecology and wildlife management

• Knowledge of the common and imperiled species of Florida

• Knowledge of the principles of fire ecology and experience with the application of prescribed fire

• Knowledge of wildlife and land management practices including mechanical and chemical vegetation control

• Knowledge and experience in supervising multiple team members

• Knowledge of outdoor recreational activities including hunting and fishing

• Ability to work as part of a team and independently

• Experience conducting wildlife surveys and summarizing biological data

• Knowledge of and experience in ArcGIS and GPS and its application to land management and surveys

• Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office applications

• Ability to identify common and imperiled wildlife species

• Ability to operate outdoors under harsh weather conditions

• Ability to write technical reports

• Ability to plan and prioritize work assignments and multi-task

• Ability to operate vehicles, ATVs, trailers and boats, including airboats

Application Deadline: 01/03/2024

How to apply: For more information and application instructions, please visit the website

https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/CHRISTMAS-FISHERIES-&-WILDLIFE-BIO-SCIENTIST-III-77001089-FL-32709/1081116800/

Tyndall Shorebird Biologist - Audubon (Tyndall AFB)

Tyndall Shorebird Biologist

Audubon Florida

Tyndall AFB, Florida

APPLY ONLINE AT: https://careers-audubon.icims.com/jobs/5534/tyndall-shorebird-biologist/job

Position Summary
Audubon Florida seeks a Shorebird Biologist to support beach-nesting season bird conservation work in the Florida Panhandle. The Shorebird Biologist will work remotely in the Panama City region of Bay and Gulf counties and travel to complete the majority of work on and around beaches and islands including Tyndall Critical Wildlife Area, islands and beaches and adjacent to or within Tyndall Air Force Base and Eglin Cape San Blas.

This is a full-time seasonal position working 40 hours a week between February and August 2024 including some weekend days and holidays, such as Memorial Day and Independence Day. The Shorebird Biologist will be responsible for performing beach-nesting bird monitoring and protection work primarily in Bay and Gulf counties, Florida.

Compensation:  $17.00 - $19.00 / hour

Essential Functions

• Breeding surveys and nest searching for imperiled bird species including Snowy Plovers, Wilson’s Plovers, Black Skimmers, Least Terns, and American Oystercatchers.

• Nonbreeding surveys for Piping Plovers, Red Knots, and other coastal bird species.

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

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

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

• 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.

• Collaborate with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) biologist to ensure all survey, monitoring, and posting is completed at sites.

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

• Survey weekly to collect avian demographic data and enter data into the Florida Shorebird Database or other database as required.

• Assist with other shorebird conservation and survey efforts.

• Communicate management needs to supervisor with regard to disturbance minimization through predation management, data collection using game cameras or other technology, alteration of posted nest-site boundaries, removal of posting materials and field equipment in advance of severe storm warnings, management and reporting on bird mortalities, and implementation of disturbance minimization at nesting sites or migratory bird congregation sites.

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

• Contribute photographs and short stories about birds and bird stewardship for use on Audubon website and in social media.

• Responsible for periodic cleaning and maintenance of program vehicles, trailers, and UTVs as needed.

• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

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

• 1 year/season demonstrated expertise in bird identification and performing demographic bird surveys using rigorous protocols is required. At least two years/seasons of experience in shorebird or seabird identification and rigorous surveys is required. Snowy Plover experience preferred.

• Comfort in pulling trailers.

• Comfort boating/kayaking in open-water conditions is required.

• 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.

• Superior communication skills and demonstrated ability to work independently and with multiple stakeholder groups.

• Excellent problem-solving skills, and decision-making skills. One who possesses a high degree of integrity.

• Demonstrated experience working with external partners and volunteers.

• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to pass background check to access Air Force Base facilities.

• Must be able to lift up to 35lbs, and be able to traverse long distances, including  miles across a beach carrying spotting scope, binoculars, and daypack with or without accommodation.

• Demonstrated experience with performing fieldwork in challenging coastal conditions especially in hot conditions.

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

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

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.

Accessibility Statement

The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users.  If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Biological Science Technician - USDA (Lakeland)

OPEN DATE: November 13, 2023

CLOSING DATE: November 27, 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: Fulltime – 40 hours per week

ANNOUNCEMENT #: WSER-1113-2023-FL

SERIES/GRADE: GS-0404-5/6

FULL PERFORMANCE

LEVEL: GS-0404-06

NUMBER OF

POSITIONS: 1

LOCATIONS: Lakeland, FL

SALARY: $37,969 – $54,625 per year (depending on GS level qualified for and relocation costs will not be paid for this position)

Click HERE for the full announcement and instructions on how to apply

Wildlife Biologist - Alaska Dept. Fish and Game

A Wildlife Biologist 1/2 position is currently open for recruitment at the Foraging Ecology and Wildlife Nutritional Analysis Lab (FaWNA Lab) of the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. The position has dual roles, working in a nutrition lab and working with captive moose and caribou. The incumbent will be responsible for running nutritional assays, maintaining lab equipment, managing a database, analyzing data, performing quality control and assurance, and contributing to nutrition and physiology research (including presenting and publishing original work) within the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. The Wildlife Biologist position is permanent and includes healthcare, retirement, and generous leave--~4 weeks accrued in the first year. To learn more and to apply, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/jobs/4240966/wildlife-biologist-1-2-pcn-11-2104

The last day to apply is November 27, 2023. Questions should be sent via email to Kristin.Denryter@alaska.gov

Senior Land Conservation Planner - FWC (Leon County)

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Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Position Number: 7700843

Working Title: Senior Land Conservation Planner

Position Title: Biological Administrator 1 A – SES

Salary: $2,307.69 biweekly

Supervisor: Larame Ferry 

Physical Address & Telephone Number: 620 South Meridian Street Tallahassee, Florida 32399

Region: Northwest

County: Leon

Working hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

List of any subordinates supervised: 3 land conservation planners (77001083, 77001177, 77001173)

Level of Education (i.e., A.A.; A.S.; B.A, B.S):

Preferred bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in a biological science or urban planning and two years of a professional biological or planning experience OR a master’s degree in one of the biological sciences, urban planning, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong leadership skills: position supervises three land conservation planners.

• Ability to manage multifaceted projects under various time constraints in compliance with Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative Code.

• Organizational skills to determine work priorities, assign work, ensure proper completion of work assignments, solve problems, assess budgetary needs, and make decisions.

• Ability to present at public hearings and facilitate public meetings to accomplish state-owned conservation land management plan requirements. Experience working with the public and facilitating public meetings strongly preferred.

• Knowledge and ability to use a variety of computer software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and databases. GIS training and background strongly preferred.

• Ability to communicate effectively, establish and maintain working relationships with others.

• Ability to efficiently coordinate and conduct meetings with peers and other State agencies.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to travel for up to five days at a time 8-10 times per year to conduct site visits, host public meetings, and/or assist supervised planners with the execution of assigned meetings and public hearings.

• Florida Driver’s License required. 

Description:

The Land Conservation and Planning (LCP) program is offering an exciting opportunity in land conservation planning, working closely with land managers and stakeholders across the state to complete ten-year management plans for FWC managed conservation lands (i.e., 56 areas, over 1.5 million acres).

This program is responsible for the administration and implementation of the FWC’s land acquisition and land management planning programs and projects statewide. The position advertised is for the Senior Conservation Planner in the Wildlife and Habitat Management section of the Division of Habitat and Species Conservation of FWC, supervising three planners to complete management plans; reviewing and commenting on other agencies’ management plans and Acquisition and Restoration Council (ARC) agenda items; as well as working closely with the land acquisition team on FWC’s acquisition list and State priority projects.

Duties:

• Supervises and manages the direct reports (i.e., three planners).

• Coordinates the development, editing, updating and review of land management plans developed by planners for FWC-managed lands and planning projects, including reviewing GlS data, analyses, and maps.

• Develops reports, templates, schedules, timelines, and project assignments for LCP planners.

• Develops databases, spreadsheets, and other types of documents relating to the FWC's conservation planning programs.

• Attends, supervises, and facilitates Management Advisory Group meetings, workshops, and public hearings, working with federal, state, private partners, NGOs, landowners, and others.

• Develops presentations for FWC projects and programs at public meetings and reviews presentations created by LCP planners.

• Administers the travel and expense budgets for the planning group.

• Assists with the development and review of the land acquisition program and projects including development of associated documents.

• Reviews ARC agenda items, as necessary, and assists with Florida Forever Project Ranking and evaluations.

• Conducts all training for new hires that report to this position. This includes creating and updating training materials and reviewing work completed.

• Reviews or develops related web Information for the LCP webpages.

• Develops and inputs annual LCP work plans and accomplishment reports.

• Performs required training to enhance and maintain professional development and skills.

• Ensures all GIS based servers, projects, geodatabases, and programs are functioning correctly and are up to date.

• Reviews, develops, writes, and analyzes legislation, rules, plans, status reports, correspondence and participates in forums, meetings, and teams within the conservation field.

Apply here!