Biological Administrator I A - FWC (West Palm Beach)

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Posting Closing Date: 09/24/2024 

ANTICIPATED VACANCY

Salary:  $2,353.85 biweekly + benefits 

Region: South

County: Palm Beach

Position Address: 11835 Seminole Pratt Whitney Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33412

Supervisor: Daniel Mitchell

Nearest Secondary Market: Miami

Working hours: 8-5 M-F, evening and weekends as required.  Occasional overnight travel is required.

List of any subordinates supervised: 3 Biological Scientist IIIs, 1 OPS+ Staff Assistant

Residency requirement: Must reside within 25-miles of J. W. Corbett WMA field office.

Level of Education: Bachelor of Science degree with a major in one of the physical or life sciences preferred. Four years of direct experience with the duties of this position may substitute for the Bachelor of Science degree in a physical or life science.

Starting Salary: $2,353.85 bi-weekly + benefits 

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in wildlife ecology, environmental science, or related life sciences.  At least 3 years of experience in habitat and/or wildlife management. Strong familiarity with both native and exotic vegetation in South Florida, experience with habitat restoration work, wildlife surveys, and prescribed burning. 

Description of duties: The Division of Habitat and Species Conservation is comprised of six sections and two offices. This position is in the Wildlife and Habitat Management Section. This is a leadership position that serves as the District Biologist for the South Region’s North District and is an exciting opportunity to lead a talented team of dedicated staff and to positively impact wildlife conservation and habitat management throughout the District and Region.

This position supervises day to day operations on five Wildlife and Environmental Areas (WEAs) and Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) located in Palm Beach, Martin, and Okeechobee counties: Allapattah Flats WMA – cooperative area; Dupuis WEA – cooperative area; J. W. Corbett WMA – lead area; John C. and Mariana Jones/Hungryland WEA – lead area; and the Kissimmee Bend and Okeechobee Units of the Everglades Headwaters WMA – cooperative area. This position also helps coordinate management of the waterfowl hunting program on Stormwater Treatment Area 1W.

Specific duties include project administration; developing and managing budgets and annual work plans; providing leadership and mentoring to staff, including direct supervision of three Biological Scientist IIIs and one Staff Assistant; providing oversight and participating in habitat management activities including prescribed fire and exotic plant management; developing and promoting public use programs including both hunting and non-hunting uses; setting management objectives consistent with agency directives; and writing reports and technical documents. The successful candidate will excel at communication and have a strong drive to succeed. The position is based out of the field office located at J. W. Corbett WMA.

Required KSAs:

This is not an entry level position. Strong interpersonal skills are required to lead, supervise, and mentor employees, and to develop and leverage partnerships with other agencies. Strong land management skills are required to evaluate habitat conditions and prescribe and direct appropriate treatments. Applicant must have applied knowledge of wildlife population and habitat management techniques in Florida, particularly the application of prescribed fire, and mechanical and chemical vegetation control. GIS and other technological skills are also requisite for this position. Strong administrative, organizational, and budget management skills are required to manage multiple projects and their associated budgets. These skills must be coupled with the ability to apply motivational techniques in personnel management to foster a favorable and productive working environment, and consistently promote a cohesive team concept for successful implementation of management programs on the WMAs.

Fisheries and Wildlife Bio Scientist IV - FWC (Tallahassee)

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Posting Closing Date: 09/22/2024 

Salary:  $1,923.08 

Location:   1875 Orange Ave. East

Supervisor:  Ty Hardymon

Region:  Leon County

County:  Leon

Working Hours:  8:00am – 5:00pm

Work outside of regular 8-hour schedule may occasionally be required.

List of Subordinates Supervised:  None

Residency Requirement:  within commute of Tallahassee

Level of Education: Prefer a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in one of the biological sciences and three years of professional biological experience. Master of Science degree in one of the biological sciences with professional experience in conservation programs strongly preferred. Years of experience can substitute for a degree.

A resume and Cover letter describing your interest in this position and your relevant experience must be attached to the electronic State of Florida employment application. 

The Division of Habitat & Species Conservation is comprised of six Sections and two offices. The Wildlife Diversity Conservation Section (WDC) is seeking a fish and wildlife professional for an exciting opportunity to contribute to the conservation of imperiled wildlife and their habitats. This is a full-time employment position that is eligible for all career service state employee benefits including paid leave, health insurance, retirement benefits, tuition waivers for continuing education and numerous agency trainings for professional development. This office-based position is in the Wildlife Diversity Conservation Section’s Permitting and Incentives Group that works for the conservation of Florida’s wildlife. While this is an office-based position, there are opportunities for occasional field work and the position may be required to travel to meetings or meet with landowners or applicants.

Description of Duties: The Protected Species Permitting and Incentives Biologist works on a dynamic team to positively affect protected species conservation throughout Florida.

Primary duties include reviewing permit applications and ensuring permits are issued or denied in accordance with FWC rules, policies, and applicable statutes; coordinating with regional biologists and other subject matter experts on issues related to permitting; providing customer service to stakeholders and permit applicants; collecting, synthesizing and reporting on permitting-related data; and performing other duties as assigned. The position requires the ability to work quickly and thoroughly under tight regulatory timelines, while being polite when engaging the public and partners. The incumbent must work with subject matter experts to determine whether proposed conservation actions will offset potential impacts to species and are consistent with Florida law. The incumbent may be assigned additional permitting duties as needed.

Secondary duties include engaging in Conservation Benefit Agreements that include Safe Harbor or Candidate Conservation Agreements. The incumbent will need knowledge of the parts of the Endangered Species Act that address these programs.  The incumbent will need the ability to interact with stakeholders and landowners to discuss their management objectives and be able to determine which conservation program is an appropriate fit. Duties include interacting with private landowners, USFWS staff, FWC staff, and other agency and municipality staff.

The incumbent is expected to be able to communicate about species biology, conservation actions, how to minimize impacts, associated laws, and the permitting process. The incumbent will communicate with the public and partners via phone, email, Teams, and occasionally in person. The incumbent will work as part of a team implementing protections for imperiled species through permitting and application of listed-species protections.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for the Position:

• Knowledge of Florida’s wildlife and their management needs, with emphasis on listed wildlife

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to positively and effectively communicate with stakeholders and co-workers

• Demonstrated organizational skills

• Data management skills, including experience with Excel

• Ability to manage time effectively and respond to inquiries efficiently

• Creative problem-solving skills

• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to positively and effectively communicate with stakeholders and co-workers

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in wildlife conservation

• General ecological knowledge for Florida’s imperiled wildlife

• Knowledge of the Conservation Benefit Agreements in the Endangered Species Act

• Experience in permitting

Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist IV - FWC (Gainesville)

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Posting Closing Date: 09/15/2024 

Pay Plan: Career Service

Salary:  $1,923.08 biweekly + benefits 

Level of Education: A Bachelor’s degree with a major in wildlife science, ecology, natural resources, or similar discipline preferred.

Division: Habitat and Species Conservation

Section: Wildlife Impact Management

Sub-section: Wildlife Assistance Program

Region: North Central

County: Alachua

Residency requirement: None

Address: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 6224 NW 43rd street Suite B, Gainesville, FL 32653

Working hours: 40hrs/week 8-5, M-F, some nights and weekend work may be required.

List of any subordinates supervised: Up to (4) OPS Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist III (Wildlife Assistance Biologist)

Supervisor: Greg Kaufmann, Biological Administrator III

DESCRIPTION OF JOB DUTIES:

The Wildlife Impact Management Section is seeking an energetic and motivated candidate to serve as a Senior Wildlife Assistance Biologist. This position serves as one of two Senior Wildlife Assistance Biologists for the Wildlife Assistance Program within the Wildlife Impact Management Section. This position is expected to foster strong relationships with local communities and government partners and develop lasting stakeholder engagement strategies focused on mitigating human-wildlife conflict. Duties and responsibilities include:

• Provide day-to-day supervision of the assigned Wildlife Assistance Biologists, including hiring and onboarding.

• Help coordinate internal and external stakeholder communication on behalf of the Wildlife Assistance Program related to wildlife damage management, human-wildlife conflict resolution, and coexisting with wildlife strategies.

• Monitor call volumes and types of incidents, analyze incident data, and scan for emerging issues that may require detailed follow-up and customized approaches to mitigating human-wildlife conflict.

• Identify communities experiencing human-wildlife conflict and engage with governing bodies and community partners to provide sustainable solutions to mitigate and resolve wildlife conflicts and to foster the appreciation of Florida’s native wildlife.

• Assist communications staff with responses to media requests regarding human-wildlife conflicts.

• Develop education and outreach materials in coordination with biological and communications subject matter experts and community relations staff.

• Organize and conduct education and outreach activities and events, including public speaking, on behalf of the Wildlife Assistance Program.

• Work with constituents and stakeholders to resolve wildlife conflict issues and to promote co-existing with wildlife.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the biological sciences and scientific principles of wildlife biology, ecology, human dimensions, conservation

• Knowledge of wildlife management issues in Florida including animal damage control techniques

• Skilled in the use of computers for word processing, information management, communications, data management

• Excellent public speaking skills

• Ability to identify native and non-native wildlife

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced work environment and adhere to time constraints with minimal supervision

• Good organizational and problem-solving skills

• Ability to effectively communicate and work with the public, stakeholder representatives, and coworkers

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Ability to travel overnight less than 25% of the time

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the biological sciences and at least three years of professional biological experience is preferred; or

• A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the biological sciences and two years of professional experience; or

• A doctorate from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the biological sciences.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge and experience addressing Human Dimensions of Wildlife Management and Wildlife Conflict

• Experience working within a program covering a large geographic area.

• Experience supervising professional staff

• Experience working with a diverse set of stakeholders

In addition to submitting a completed state application via People First, applicants are required to submit a current resume and cover letter highlighting their qualifications and expressing their interest in the position. Cover letters and resumes should be uploaded to the People First System. Applications without a cover letter and resume are deemed incomplete and will not be considered.

OPS Biological Scientist III - FWC (Ocala)

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Posting Closing Date: 09/11/2024 

Pay Plan: Temp

Salary:  $23.44/hour, 40 Hours a week, not to exceed 1,920 hours per fiscal year

Level of Education: A bachelor's degree with a major in wildlife science, ecology, natural resources, or similar discipline preferred.

Region:  Northeast

County: Marion

Address: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 1239 SW 10th St, Ocala, FL 34471
Nearest Major Market: Ocala

Working hours: 40hrs/week 8-5, M-F, some nights and weekend work may be required. Overnight travel may be required.

List of any subordinates supervised: None

Residency requirement: None

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Division: Habitat and Species Conservation

Section: Wildlife Impact Management

Sub-section: Wildlife Assistance Program

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree with a major in wildlife science, ecology, natural resources, or similar discipline preferred. Preference will be given to applicants with at least 2 years wildlife-related professional experience and experience with wildlife-related education and outreach

In addition to submitting a completed state application via People First, applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter highlighting their qualifications and expressing their interest in the position.

Cover letters and resumes shall be uploaded to the People First System.

Applications without a cover letter and resume are deemed incomplete and will not be considered.

Description of Position:

The Wildlife Impact Management Section (WIM) is seeking an energetic and motivated candidate to serve as a Wildlife Assistance Biologist. The incumbent serves as a Wildlife Assistance Biologists by providing information and technical assistance to the public, other agencies, and other Commission staff about wildlife issues including human-wildlife conflict resolution strategies. Assistance may be provided over the phone, in person, or in writing. Work outside of normal business hours is generally not required. Some field work may occur but is not a regular component of this position. The successful candidate will occasionally represent the Wildlife Assistance Program at outreach events, presentations to stakeholders, and site visits to provide technical assistance, conflict mitigation strategies and equipment as necessary. The Wildlife Assistance Biologist works across multiple Divisions and Sections within FWC to:  

• Coordinate management of conflict wildlife situations including those involving bears, coyotes, birds, nonnatives and other wildlife species.

• Network to establish clear communication across the agency about emerging wildlife issues.

• Assist with the implementation of response protocols for to human-wildlife conflict situations in coordination with other FWC programs including the Division of Law Enforcement.

Responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to the following:

• Provide technical assistance to the public and other agencies on means to address human-wildlife conflicts and to promote strategies to coexist with wildlife.

• Maintain familiarity with prevalent conflict wildlife issues and continually identify and share best technical assistance practices and protocols as required.

• Provide coverage for other regional Wildlife Assistance Biologists as needed.

• Maintain an accurate and thorough daily log of public correspondence via the Wildlife Impact Management System database.

• Participate in public outreach efforts as directed to increase appreciation for wildlife and address conflict wildlife abatement or other wildlife-related issues.

• Assist the regional FWC Public Information Coordinators with media and stakeholder information requests.

• Respond to requests on FWC’s web and social media pages, including the AskFWC program, to answer questions about wildlife or wildlife conflict resolution.

• Occasionally support the FWC’s Nonnative Fish and Wildlife Program’s management efforts through response activities.

• Remain up to date on Commission rules and regulations regarding protected wildlife, the take of wildlife, conflict wildlife abatement, and related issues.

The Commission expects its employees to be courteous and respectful while assisting Commission customers and stakeholders, ensuring each encounter is as positive as possible. Employees should promptly resolve questions or problems relating to the Commission, its programs and/or fish and wildlife resources. Employees should seek to gain public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida’s citizens in a positive and proactive manner and by listening to what the customer wants and striving to meet their needs. When appropriate, employees will explain the reasons for agency actions or decisions while communicating a consistent FWC point-of-view.

Responsible for following the provisions and requirements in Section 215.422, Florida Statutes, related to the Department of Financial Services rules and FWC’s invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures.

Work at FWC is cross-functional meaning duties may cross division/office lines. The Commission expects employees to function across FWC’s organizational structure by providing their skills and expertise wherever needed through work on teams or as directed.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required for the position: 

• Knowledge of the biological sciences and scientific principles of wildlife biology, ecology, and conservation.

• Exemplary customer service skills and an ability to interface effectively with the public over the phone on a daily basis regarding sensitive topics.

• Ability to develop and effectively present educational outreach material to adult audiences

• Skilled in the use of computers for word processing, information management, communications, data management, and mapping.

• Knowledge of and experience with wildlife damage control techniques.

• Ability to identify native and non-native wildlife.

• Knowledge of wildlife issues in Florida.

• Ability to work well both independently and in a team-setting in a fast-paced work environment, accurately record data, and meet deadlines with minimal, remote supervision.

• Good organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Ability to effectively communicate and work with the public, stakeholder representatives and coworkers.

• Skill in providing good customer service.

• Ability to safely operate a vehicle.

• Ability to travel overnight less than 25% of the time.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Florida driver’s license

OPS Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist III - FWC (Lake City)

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Posting Closing Date: 09/13/2024 

Pay Plan: Temp

Salary:  $23.44 an hour 

OPS-Amount of Hours Worked Per Fiscal Year: 1,920

Supervisor: Samantha Johnston

Physical Address: North Central Regional Office. 3377 E. U.S. Highway 90, Lake City, FL 32055-8795.

Phone Number -(386) 758-0525.

Region: North Central

County: Columbia

Nearest Major Market: Lake City

Working hours: 8 am – 5 pm

List of any subordinates supervised: None

Residency Requirement: None

Description of Duties:

This is a scientific and public-facing position to facilitate volunteer and participatory science engagement while leading conservation-based projects for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The successful applicant will serve as a Volunteer Program Biologist within the Public Access Services Office in the Division of Habitat and Species Conservation. This position is stationed at the North Central Regional Office in Lake City, FL, with opportunities to support projects across all divisions.

This position provides direct volunteer coordination for conservation projects, while working collaboratively with a wide range of biologists, land managers and stakeholders. The position supports projects on a wide range of species and habitats found in the north central region of Florida. The Volunteer Program Biologist designs, plans, implements, and monitors conservation projects that use volunteers; recruits, trains, and manages volunteers for these projects; and provides volunteer management support and participatory science best practices to FWC’s land managers and biologists. The Volunteer Program Biologist also networks partners to implement conservation projects that use volunteers on public and private lands.

This is an exciting opportunity for an outgoing, self-motivated individual committed to conservation. The successful candidate will have excellent organizational, leadership, community development, project design, and communication skills; and will demonstrate dedication to the FWC’s mission and conservation of Florida’s fish, wildlife, and habitat resources. Broad-based working knowledge of local ecology and a variety of Florida’s non-game species across multiple taxa is preferred.

Duties:

• Data Collection, Analysis and Synthesis:

• Designs and/or implements survey protocols for threatened and endangered wildlife.

• Monitors and evaluates long-term conservation projects that use volunteers, including participatory science projects.

• Implements adaptive management strategies to achieve project goals.

• Coordination:

• Designs, leads, and manages multiple concurrent conservation projects that involve volunteers.

• Directs the recruitment, training, and management of volunteers and accurate volunteer documentation.

• Ensures volunteers are appropriately trained to meet rigorous scientific protocol standards.

• Develops and maintains partnerships with external agencies and organizations to implement conservation projects that use volunteers on public and private lands.

• Plans and implements volunteer recognition events.

• Program Development and Administration:

• Works closely with the FWC Volunteer Program Manager as well as the other regional Volunteer Program Biologists to develop and promote the FWC Volunteer Program.

• Counsels FWC staff on volunteer and participatory science best management practices.

• Participates as an active member of the FWC’s Volunteer Standing Team.

• Participates as an active member of habitat and species working groups or strategic teams as needed.

• Prepares quarterly and annual reports and other reports as needed.

• Creates content for the FWC Volunteers Facebook page and volunteer newsletter.

• Presents at regional and statewide meetings, workshops, and scientific conferences.

• Assists with volunteer data management and tracking.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience in a volunteer leadership or management role.

• Broad-based working knowledge of a variety of non-game Florida species across multiple taxa.

• Knowledge of the ecosystems of Florida (or Southeastern United States), wildlife management practices, and conservation threats.

• Ability to analyze biological data and to report it in a scientific manner.

• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and to set and meet deadlines.

• Ability to communicate effectively in multidisciplinary teams.

• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds, both independently and as part of a team.

• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Effective oral and written communication skills including public speaking and preparing multi-media presentations.

• Ability to effectively use computer programs to conduct work duties (including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access).

• Knowledge of database management and/or GIS software programs.

• Knowledge of social media applications.

• Ability and willingness to travel overnight and during the day for projects, meetings, and workshops. Travel for day trips as well as overnight travel within a 200-mile radius and beyond the boundaries of the FWC’s North Central Region, as well as travel throughout the state and out of the state for conferences. Approximately 25%-50% of this position’s time includes travel, with flexibility to work weekends and evenings, as necessary.

• Ability to work outdoors conducting land management activities in remote locations and often in physically demanding circumstances.

• Ability to operate power tools safely, including chainsaws, and to train and supervise volunteers performing fieldwork to adhere to safety guidelines and precautions.

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in life or physical science. Preferred with social science/business management coursework AND 1-3 years volunteer management experience. Experience in the field of wildlife biology can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education. Employment Contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license.

OPS Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist III - FWC (Carrabelle, FL)

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Posting Closing Date: 09/09/2024 

Salary:  $22.15 an hour 

Location: 290 Airport Road, Carrabelle, FL 32322

Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee

Phone: 850-697-0014

Supervisor: Michelle Rice

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

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

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.

OPS Employment – This is a full-time OPS (Other Personnel Services) position. OPS employees are paid for the number of hours they work. OPS employees do not receive paid leave, or paid holidays. OPS staff have the potential for health insurance benefits and participation in the Deferred Compensation investment retirement program.

FWC Mission Statement:  Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Description of duties:

The Division of Habitat & Species Conservation is comprised of six Sections and two offices. The Northwest Region Wildlife and Habitat Management Section is seeking a highly motivated 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 at Tate’s Hell, and Apalachicola 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. 

Fisheries & Wildlife Bio Scientist II - FWC (Bristol, FL)

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Posting Closing Date: 08/29/2024 

Salary:  $1,538.46 biweekly + benefits 

Phone: (850) 827-2349

Supervisor: Will Harris 

Location:  BRISTOL, FL, US, 32321

Nearest Major Market: Panama City

Location: must reside within a 25-mile radius of Telogia Creek Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Liberty County 

Working hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (EST), Monday through Friday, may require some night or weekend duty. Occasional overnight travel is required.

List of any subordinates supervised: None

Residency requirement: Florida, must reside within a 25-mile radius of Telogia Creek WMA.

Minimum Level of Education – Preferred Bachelor of Science degree in life or physical science. Four years of direct, related experience may substitute for the Bachelor of Science degree.

License Requirements: Minimum Florida Class E Driver’s License.

FWC Mission Statement:  Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Description of duties:

The FWC’s Northwest Region Wildlife and Habitat Management Section is seeking a highly motivated Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist II to assist the Lead Area Biologist to plan, develop, and implement management activities to manage wildlife populations, improve wildlife habitat and provide public recreational opportunities on the newly acquired Telogia Creek Wildlife Management Area in Liberty County. The incumbent, under the direct supervision of the Lead Area Wildlife Biologist, assists with the planning, development and implementation of natural community restoration and maintenance and wildlife management programs on the area. Prepares various plans and documents that guide multiple-use management. Plans and assists with the application of land management treatments including prescribed burning, timber thinning, mowing, roller chopping, groundcover restoration, chemical control of invasive plants, and maintenance of wildlife openings. Surveys and monitors game, locally important and imperiled wildlife species using scientifically accepted protocols. Conducts vegetation surveys including those of imperiled native flora and monitors vegetation response to habitat manipulations. Plans, develops and oversees construction and maintenance of public use infrastructure including roads, parking areas, kiosks, picnic facilities, trails, boat ramps, water control structures, fences, gates, and equipment maintenance/storage compound as needed. Assists with management of public recreational use programs. Manages public hunts and collection of biological data. Assists with wildlife disease surveillance. Analyzes and reports data to direct future management decisions. Assists and collaborates with staff on other conservation areas and provides technical assistance to individuals, organizations, and other government agencies regarding wildlife and habitat management including nuisance bear abatement. Participates in team meetings, seminars and workshops relating to wildlife resource management or other training opportunities. Provides presentations to conservation organizations, schools, and civic groups. Completes other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

•   Knowledge and experience in conducting wildlife surveys including game and nongame species, analyzing data, and summarizing results

•   Knowledge and experience with the application of prescribed fire

•   Knowledge and experience with chemical or mechanical control of invasive nonnative vegetation

•   Knowledge of ArcGIS and GPS and its application.

•   Ability to operate and maintain 4WD vehicles, tractors, farm implements, ATVs, and outboard motors

•   Ability to work independently and in a variety of weather conditions

•   Ability to work efficiently in a team of diverse people with differing backgrounds

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

•   Ability to communicate effectively with external and internal customers

•   Ability to perform quantitative analysis of scientific data

•   Skill in use of Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, etc.)