Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist II - FWC (Lake Placid, FL)

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Posting Closing Date: 03/26/2024 

Title: Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist II

County: Highlands

Working hours: 8am – 5pm.

Rate of Pay: $1,538.46 biweekly 

Residency requirement: 25 miles from main entrance of Lake Wales Ridge WEA.

Level of Education: Preferred bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological sciences or at least 4 years of relevant work experience.

Description of duties:

An exciting opportunity exists for an entry-level Fish and Wildlife Biologist to join a team of employees within the Wildlife and Habitat Management Section of FWC. FWC’s Southwest Region is seeking a motivated applicant that is willing and able to work outdoors in a variety of conditions throughout the year in fulfillment of their job responsibilities. Primary responsibilities will include assisting with the planning, development and implementation of habitat management programs to maintain and perpetuate native wildlife populations on the Lake Wales Ridge Wildlife and Environmental Area. 

This position is also responsible for the accomplishment of Commission-planned activities such as the following: prescribed fire, mechanical and chemical control of native and invasive non-native vegetation, design and implementation of biological surveys to monitor the status of selected species, including data analysis and report writing; development and implementation of public recreational programs; proposing regulations based on sound biological and sociological principles;  planning, development, and maintenance of projects to facilitate public use including road construction, establishment of parking areas, culvert installation, and construction and maintenance of boundary and interior fences and gates;  supervising various OPS staff; and furthering agency goals through interactions with cooperating agencies and stakeholders.        

Job duties will further include providing assistance with the development and periodic revision of long-range, comprehensive management plans, and will also include providing input and review for the preparation of programs, annual work plans, budget proposals, area regulations, brochures and reports.  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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 knowledge and experience with the following:

• Wildlife ecology

• Game management

• Ability to use chainsaws and hand tools

• Ability to write technical reports

• Wildlife and habitat survey and inventory knowledge

• Ability to work outdoors under inclement weather conditions

• Ability to identify common and imperiled species

• Ability to work productively unsupervised

• Strong GIS skills

• Strong leadership skills

• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with cooperators, coworkers and constituents

OPS Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist II - FWC (Fort Myers)

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Posting Closing Date: 03/15/2024 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: Gopher Tortoise Assistant Biologist

Hourly Rate: $20.83 per hour, 1920 hours per year 

Working Hours:  8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday-Friday, a flexible work schedule may be authorized

Licensure, Certification or Registration Requirements: Valid Driver’s License

Supervisor: Lisa Anne Esposito, SW Regional Gopher Tortoise Biologist

Applicants should submit a professional resume and cover letter highlighting their qualifications and expressing their interest in the position. 

This position works within the Wildlife Diversity Conservation Section (WDC) of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Division of Habitat and Species Conservation. This position will serve as a member of the Regional Operations program and part of FWC’s Gopher Tortoise Conservation Program. The position ensures protections for gopher tortoises are applied throughout Florida through providing customer service and technical assistance.

Minimum Qualifications: A  bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological sciences  is preferred (such as wildlife conservation, natural resources management, environmental science, or a related subject, or four years direct experience. 

Description of duties: The Gopher Tortoise Assistant Biologist has the opportunity to work on a dynamic team and positively affect gopher tortoise conservation throughout Florida. This is a critical role in the Wildlife Diversity Conservation Section to educate the public and conserve Florida’s only native tortoise species. This is an office-based position eligible for part-time telework and will have occasional opportunities for field work.

The individual in this position will affect gopher tortoise conservation throughout Florida through providing information and raising awareness of protections and conservation efforts.  The main function of this role is to provide the citizens of Florida with information and subject matter expertise in a timely and professional manner. The incumbent is expected to communicate about gopher tortoise laws and regulations, conservation actions, minimizing impacts, and permits. The incumbent will communicate with the public via phone, email, and occasionally in-person. The incumbent will also have the ability to engage in field work conducting site visits to areas under consideration for permitting to verify gopher tortoise surveys/population estimates, and to ensure compliance with state rules and guidelines. Duties include providing technical assistance to the public when needed for permit applications, responding to public requests for information regarding gopher tortoises, reviewing and issuing permits to address safety issues concerning burrows or existing structures, and reporting potential violations to FWC law enforcement. In addition, the incumbent is expected to work collaboratively with a team of biologists and office personnel to support the agency’s conservation mission. It is also expected that the incumbent will participate in local outreach programs, educate adults and children about gopher tortoises and wildlife conservation, and manage the distribution of educational materials. Lastly, the incumbent is expected to stay informed of current and relevant science and regulations regarding gopher tortoises and commensals; participate in team meetings, seminars, and workshops relating to wildlife resource management; make recommendation for how to improve public engagement; and attend other training opportunities within and outside the FWC. Position may require occasional overnight travel.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required for the position:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing skills

• Demonstrated organizational skills

• Biological knowledge

• Data management skills, including experience with Excel

• Basic database management skills

• Ability to interpret and convey complex information to a broad audience 

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Excellent customer service skills

• Ability to interact with displeased or contentious members of the public in a professional, tactful, and courteous manner 

• Ability to manage time effectively and respond to inquiries efficiently

• Ability to problem-solve and assist the public while communicating over the phone

• Ability to positively and effectively communicate with stakeholders and coworkers

Preferred qualifications include: 

• Experience working in wildlife conservation 

• Ability to identify native and nonnative Florida wildlife

• Knowledge of gopher tortoise biology and native habitats

• Knowledge of the Florida listed species process, permitting, and wildlife conservation

• Experience in communicating complex information to the public and responding to public inquiries

• Experience with Salesforce and SharePoint 

• Field work experience

OPS Employment Description: The position is OPS (Other Personnel Services), which means that employees are paid for the number of hours they work.  OPS employees have the option to receive health insurance benefits. OPS employees do not receive any form of paid leave, paid holidays, or participation in the Florida Retirement System. 

Fisheries and Wildlife Bio Scientist II - FWC (Osceola)

Requisition No: 822758 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST II - 77001161

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77001161 

Salary:  $1,538.46 biweekly + benefits 

Posting Closing Date: 03/03/2024 

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Working Title: Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist II

Section : Wildlife and Habitat Management

Address: 5285 North Kenansville Road, St. Cloud, FL 34771 Phone: (407) 498-0991

Supervisor: Jared Draxler

Description of duties:   

An exciting opportunity exists for an entry-level Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist II to join a team of biologists and technicians on Triple N Ranch and Herky Huffman Bull Creek Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) in Osceola County, FL. This position serves on a highly productive team of land managers to restore and enhance habitats for the benefit of a variety of wildlife species and for the enjoyment of Florida residents and visitors. The successful candidate will be a key team member responsible for all aspects of management of the WMAs including application of ~12,000 acres of prescribed fire annually and conducting mechanical and chemical vegetation control (mowing, roller chopping, herbicide, etc.) to manage habitats. Habitat improvement is focused on imperiled and locally important species including, but not limited to, red-cockaded woodpecker, striped newt, northern bobwhite, white-tailed deer, and wild turkey. The successful candidate will assist with the operation of hunter check stations on the two WMAs to collect biological data of hunter harvested game.

Additionally, the position will assist with a variety of wildlife surveys for both game and non-game species including red-cockaded woodpeckers, northern bobwhite, white-tailed deer, and Bachman sparrows.  This position assists the Lead Area Biologist in all aspects of running the WMAs including purchasing, annual reports, data entry, GIS, and harvest reports. The incumbent will interact with various partner agencies and the public to provide information concerning wildlife and area management, rules and regulations. Occasionally the incumbent will be required to attend regional and divisional meetings as well as various trainings as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 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 required 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

• Ability to work independently

• Familiar with outdoor recreational activities

• Skilled in the use of GIS

• Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office applications

• Ability to identify common and imperiled wildlife species.

• Ability to operate outdoors under inclement weather conditions

• Ability to write technical reports.

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

Broadband code: 19-1023-02

Class code: 5028

Region: Northeast

Title: Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist II

County: Osceola

Working hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday through Friday, position requires occasional early morning, night, or weekend duty and overnight travel.

List of any subordinates supervised:  None

Residency requirement: Within a 25-mile radius of the Triple N Ranch or Herky Huffman Bull Creek WMA entrance.

Level of Education: Preferred bachelor’s degree with a major in one of the biological sciences.

Benefits: Participate in Group health insurance

Other Requirements:  Will be required to obtain and maintain a current and valid Florida Driver’s license. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Four years of direct and relevant experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree in a life/physical science.

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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  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.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee

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Disney Wilderness Preserve Manager - The Nature Conservancy (Poinciana)

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Disney Wilderness Preserve Manager

Stewardship and Field Programs (SAF) Department of The Nature Conservancy’s (TNC) Florida Chapter

The position is based at the Disney Wilderness Preserve (DWP), Poinciana, FL

Summary:

The Disney Wilderness Preserve Manager provides management oversight of DWP. They supervise the outreach & education, stewardship, and facility leads at the preserve. The DWP Manager ensures that facilities maintenance needs are addressed and coordinates daily facility operations with the preserve staff. They also work to ensure programs are supported and aligned with achieving CCI’s mission by working in matrix teams with other Preserve Managers and staff across CCI. In addition, the Preserve Manager works with the CCI Training & Education Coordinator and outreach staff to develop and implement education and training courses and materials. This position works to ensure onsite visitors and neighboring communities understand the ecological and economic importance of protected areas and natural systems and The Nature Conservancy’s role in their conservation through outreach programming, as well as the importance of protecting and conserving flora, fauna, and the benefits to people.  In addition, they work with the Stewardship initiative lead and the DWP Conservation Coordinator/Manager to support the implementation of stewardship projects on the preserve. They identify and successfully obtain grant funding to support CCI programs and provide philanthropy, and government relations (GR) support as needed. This position reports to the CCI Preserve Management Director.

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Fisheries and Wildlife Bio Scientist III - FWC (Carrabelle)

Requisition No: 822381 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST III - 77000746

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77000746 

Salary:  $1,730.77 biweekly + benefits 

Posting Closing Date: 02/29/2024 

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Title/Position number: Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist III / 77000746

Address : 290 Airport Road, Carrabelle, FL 32322 / 850-697-0014

Supervisor: Michelle Rice 

Description of duties:

The FWC’s Wildlife and Habitat Management Section is seeking a highly motivated lead area biologist to work with the U.S. Forest Service (USFS), Florida Forest Service (FFS), NGOs, and other stakeholders to manage natural communities and wildlife resources in the northwest region at Tate’s Hell, Apalachicola, and Wakulla Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs). The incumbent, under the direct supervision of the District Wildlife Biologist, coordinates and consults with FFS and USFS regarding resource and wildlife management practices including natural community restoration, imperiled species management, timber harvesting, public access, prescribed burning, and wildlife habitat enhancement.

Leads adaptive efforts to restore red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW) habitat, establish new recruitment clusters, and monitor the RCW population and recruitment success at Tate’s Hell WMA (e.g. tree inventory, fledgling checks, artificial cavity installation).

Assists with the application of habitat management activities including prescribed burning, timber thinning, longleaf pine restoration, mechanical and chemical control of native and exotic vegetation, and supplemental planting for wildlife. Conducts monitoring and data collection/analysis for locally important and imperiled wildlife species using scientifically accepted protocols. Conducts population surveys including Northern bobwhite covey call counts and deer spotlight/distance sampling. Works with the Agency’s Bear Management Program and local officials to assist with nuisance bear/wildlife issues. Conducts vegetation surveys as needed and monitors vegetation response to habitat manipulations. Assists land management partners with planning and development of projects to facilitate public use including public hunts and recreational use programs (e.g. collection of biological data from harvested animals, data analysis/reporting, permitting, rule change proposals, commenting, and review, public user engagement).

Performs administrative duties including supervision of employees in accordance with Agency policies and procedures, contract and budget management, project reporting, equipment maintenance, and assists lead agencies with maintenance of public use infrastructure (e.g. roads, parking areas, kiosks, picnic facilities, trails, boat ramps, water control structures, fences, gates). Collaborates with staff at other conservation areas, provides technical assistance to individuals, organizations, and other government agencies, and participates in team meetings, seminars, and workshops related to wildlife resource management.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities: 

Knowledge and experience in conducting wildlife surveys including game and nongame species, analyzing data, and summarizing results. Experience with the use of ArcGIS and GPS and its application. Possess proficient writing skills. Ability to operate and maintain 4WD vehicles and ATVs. Ability to work independently and in a variety of weather conditions. Ability to work efficiently in a team of diverse people with differing backgrounds. Experience with supervision of others on the job. Ability to plan and prioritize work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively with external and internal customers. Skill in use of Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Strong land management skills are required to evaluate habitat conditions and to plan, prescribe and complete appropriate habitat treatments. Applicant must have applied knowledge of wildlife populations and habitat management techniques in Florida. GIS and other technological skills are also requisite for this level of land management. Job requirements therefore consist of the KSAs described above, or a solid foundation of habitat management in Florida, coupled with the motivation, initiative, and proclivity to develop and apply the KSAs listed above. 

Broadband code: 19-1023-03

Class code: 5074

Region: Northwest (03)

Title: Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist III

County: Franklin

Working hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (EST), Monday through Friday, may require some night or weekend duty

List of any subordinates supervised: 1 OPS Fish/Wildlife Technician and 1 Seasonal OPS Fish/Wildlife Technician (Intern).

Residency requirement: Florida, must reside within a 25 mile radius of Tate’s Hell WMA

Minimum Level of Education- Preferred Bachelor’s Degree in a life or physical science

License Requirements: Minimum of a Class E Florida driver’s license and obtain and maintain Florida Certified Burn Manager Certification.

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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  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.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee

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Fisheries and Wildlife Bio Scientist III - FWC (Felda)

Requisition No: 818464 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST III - 77072753

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77072753 

Salary:  $1,730.77 bi-weekly + benefits 

Posting Closing Date: 02/25/2024 

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Position address and telephone number: 100 CR 832, Felda, FL 33930, (863) 612-0775

Supervisor: Ryder Hochmuth 

Description of duties: The FWC’s South Region is seeking a highly motivated biologist to lead a team of Wildlife and Habitat Management Section staff on the Okaloacoochee (OK) Slough Wildlife Management Area (WMA) located in Hendry County, Florida. Primary responsibilities include planning, development, and implementation of hydrologic, habitat, and wildlife management programs for this 58,880-acre WMA. This includes the application of prescribed fire, conducting and providing oversight for invasive vegetation control, assisting in the development and promotion of public use programs including both hunting and non-hunting uses, and helping to set management and restoration objectives consistent with agency and division directives. Additionally, this position will conduct wildlife and vegetation surveys, coordinate and implement managed public hunts on the WMA, as well as the Stormwater Treatment Area(s) as needed, collect biological data from hunter-harvested animals, prepare and submit administrative and biological reports, maintain equipment in a safe and useable condition, and further agency goals through interactions with cooperating agencies and stakeholders. This position also must successfully coordinate with the Florida Forest Service on management issues related to the neighboring OK Slough State Forest. This Lead Area Biologist position will work as a team with other WMAs within the District or South Region to accomplish management actions such as prescribed burning. The successful candidate will supervise three full-time staff of one Biological Scientist II and two Fish & Wildlife Technicians, and will supervise seasonal hunter check station operators as necessary. The incumbent will regularly work independently in the field. The incumbent will attend regional and divisional meetings as well as various training courses as necessary. 

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of Florida ecosystems and natural processes, wildlife ecology, ecosystem management, water management, fire ecology and plant succession. Applied knowledge of the principles and practices of habitat management and restoration, including prescribed fire, mechanical and chemical vegetation control, and exotic plant control. Wildlife habitat survey and inventory knowledge; ability to collect and analyze biological data. Ability to track spending and monitor budgets. Ability to create scientific reports free of grammatical and typographical errors. Ability to interact with stakeholders, co-workers, and cooperating agencies in a professional manner. Knowledge of hunting as a wildlife management tool. Familiarity with infrastructure development and maintenance. Familiarity with outdoor recreational activities and the facilities needed to support them. Proficiency with typical Windows applications and ArcGIS. Ability to effectively supervise staff. Well-organized, able to communicate effectively, and able to supervise and delegate tasks effectively. Ability to oversee multiple projects and set priorities. Incumbent must possess the initiative, motivation, and self-direction necessary to work productively unsupervised alone as well as function as a member of a team. Ability to operate outside under inclement weather conditions and specialized off-road vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications: At least 2 years of experience in habitat and/or wildlife management. Supervisory experience. Florida Prescribed Burn Manager. Strong familiarity with both native and exotic vegetation in South Florida. Experience with habitat restoration work, wildlife surveys, and prescribed burning.

Broadband code: 19-1023-03

Class code: 5074

Region: South

Title: Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist III

County: Hendry

Working hours: 8-5 M-F, evening and weekends as required.

List of any subordinates supervised: 1 Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist II, 2 Fish & Wildlife Technicians, and seasonal staff as necessary.

Residency requirement: Reside within a 25-mile radius of the Okaloacoochee Slough/Spirit-of-the-Wild Field Office.

Level of Education: Preferred Bachelor of Science degree with a major in one of the biological sciences preferred.

Other requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Must possess and maintain a valid minimum Class E State of Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record. Occasional overnight travel is required.

Hire-in Pay: $1,730.77 biweekly + benefits

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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  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.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

Nearest Major Market: Sarasota

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St. Johns County Shorebird Steward - Audubon (St. Augustine)

St. Johns County Shorebird Steward

Audubon Florida

St. Augustine, FL

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Position Summary

Audubon Florida supports management of beach-nesting birds at many locations in St. Johns County by surveying, posting, stewarding, and protecting nesting areas from disturbance. To better protect nesting shorebirds Audubon is hiring a seasonal Shorebird Steward to work within St. Johns County. The primary responsibilities of the Shorebird Steward are to steward shorebird colonies at Anastasia State Park, Fort Matanzas National Monument, Julia’s Island, and other sites as needed and to organize volunteers to help with this work. Stewarding involves a variety of actions including the observation of birds and the public at nesting sites and education of the public when their actions may pose a threat to the birds.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week seasonal position focused on weekends and holidays, including Memorial Day and Independence Day. The position will begin 04/10/2024 and continue through the end of nesting season. Nesting season often persists through the middle of August but may end early based on conditions at the nesting sites (e.g., storms causing loss of beach habitat).

Compensation:

$15.00 / hour

Essential Functions

Under the direction of Audubon’s Northeast Florida Policy Associate, the St. Johns County Shorebird Steward will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Assist with the installation of symbolic fencing around new nest areas as needed.

• Steward at nesting sites prioritizing weekends and holidays. Hours are generally between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. though they may vary depending on needs.

• Assist with recruiting, training, and scheduling of shorebird steward volunteers.

• Work closely with local land managers, external partners, and volunteers in a positive and professional manner at all times.

Qualifications and Experience

• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with the public at beach nesting sites.

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

• Capable of walking and working on sandy beaches carrying field equipment during Florida summer field conditions, with or without accommodation.

• Ability to lift 30 lbs., with or without accommodation.

• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to complete assigned tasks.

• Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and some evenings.

• Work well independently and with other staff and volunteers.

• Must have a positive and diplomatic attitude.

• Familiarity with local beaches is preferred.

• Previous experience with shorebird stewardship preferred, but similar experience will be considered.

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