FWC Panther PES Biologist, OPS Fisheries & Wildlife Bio Scientist III - FWC (Fort Myers, FL)

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Posting Closing Date: 10/12/2025

Hourly Rate: $22.00

Supervisor: Zachary Wardle

Supervisor contact information for inquiries: Zachary.Wardle@MyFWC.com

Working hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 am-5 pm; work hours may vary due to nature of work

List of any subordinates supervised: None

Residency Requirement: Southwest Florida

Minimum Qualifications: A high school diploma and six years professional experience in a closely related biological field or laboratory program is required. A Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field can substitute for four of the six years of required experience. A Graduate Degree in a relevant field can substitute for two of the six years of experience. 

Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience working with private landowners is highly desired. Proficiency in MS Office, MS SharePoint, Google Earth, and ArcGIS is preferred.

Additional Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. A valid driver’s license is required. The majority of travel will be within south and central Florida, but statewide travel may occasionally be expected. This position may be required to work some weekends and after regular business hours.

Description of Duties: This is a 2-year term position focused on the Florida Panther Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES) Pilot Program under the purview of the FWC’s Panther Management Program. The candidate must be a strong self-starter with excellent communication and public speaking skills who is outgoing, independent, motivated, professional, and able to work with a diverse array of people. The Panther PES Biologist will implement the PES program in collaboration with staff from the FWC’s Landowner Assistance Program. Duties include but are not limited to:

• fostering long-term partnerships with program participants,

• maintaining trail cameras and associated image data on enrolled lands,

• assisting with habitat assessments,

• planning/presenting landowner workshops,

• conducting outreach efforts to a variety of audiences (e.g., commercial cattle producers, homeowners, conservation groups, students, sportsmen) about PES and living with panthers,

• planning focus groups and surveys to engage with landowners and monitor program outcomes and,

• panther field response to pet/livestock depredations, vehicle strikes, telemetry flights, capture efforts, plus potential for limited bear field response opportunities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of Florida panther or puma biology and their habitats and a broad knowledge of wildlife science and ecology;

• Knowledge of carnivore research, management, and conflict minimization techniques;

• Knowledge of private lands conservation, habitat management practices, and effective measures for working with private landowners;

• Knowledge of effective measures for conducting outreach about carnivore science and conservation for various audiences;

• Knowledge of government processes and procedures;

• Skilled in effective communication (oral and written) with peers and stakeholders;

• Ability to understand and apply applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures;

• Ability to work independently and on teams;

• Ability to provide clear, timely, and effective updates to supervisor;

• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments;

• Ability to write technical reports and agency correspondence;

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff, the public, and stakeholders;

• Ability to problem-solve and handle conflict with professionalism;

• Ability to safely operate vehicles;

• Ability to work in harsh outdoor conditions in high heat and humidity and exposure to biting insects and venomous snakes; and

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, with potential night, weekend, and/or holiday work hours. Limited overnight travel may be required.

How to Apply: Application packets must be submitted through the State of Florida’s official employment site (https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/) and must include a cover letter and resume in addition to the state application. Application packets without a cover letter, resume, and state application will not be considered for the position.  Answers to qualifying questions must be validated in application, resume and cover letter.

Land Stewardship Manager - Big Waters Land Trust

To apply, please email your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to landprotection@bwlt.org by September 30.

Starting Salary: $75,000

POSITION SUMMARY

The Land Stewardship Manager oversees the stewardship of fee-owned lands and conservation

easements, including monitoring, enforcement, and land management. This position supervises

stewardship staff and contractors, develops and implements management plans, and supports land

protection activities to ensure that Big Waters’ conservation goals are achieved.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position involves both office and fieldwork. Fieldwork includes strenuous activity in varying and

adverse weather conditions, traversing uneven or rugged terrain, and working in high-noise

environments. The role requires:

• Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally, 20 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs constantly.

• Driving vehicles for work-related duties.

• Climbing ladders and equipment; bending, stooping, crawling, and reaching.

• Strong visual acuity, depth perception, and auditory awareness.

• Occasional work in and around water.

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Essential Functions:

Stewardship Supervision

• Develop and oversee stewardship management and work plans.

• Manage stewardship budgets.

• Supervise land management staff, interns, and volunteers.

• Direct and review conservation easement (CE) monitoring.

• Maintain accurate stewardship records.

• Ensure stewardship activities comply with best management practices and all applicable laws.

Land Stewardship

• Enforce conservation easement terms in alignment with Land Trust Standards and Practices.

• Perform property management, monitoring, and enforcement on Big Waters fee-owned and

CE lands as needed, supporting supervised staff.

Conservation Planning

• Maintain working knowledge of Big Waters’ Conservation Plan.

• Research land ownership and conservation values of priority properties.

Landowner Support

• Assist and advise landowners, including CE landowners, on land management planning.

• Review CE reserved rights requests and ensure compliance with approved activities.

• Meet with landowners and assess how Big Waters can support them through:

o Conservation easement and fee-simple acquisitions or donations.

o Connections to stewardship assistance programs.

Land Protection

• Support property evaluations, including assessment of conservation values, management

needs, and potential liabilities.

• Prepare and submit project evaluations to the Director of Land Protection.

• Assist with drafting conservation easements and ownership strategies aligned with

stewardship best practices.

• Write and review Baseline Documentation Reports.

• Assist in securing funding for land protection and stewardship, including supporting

partnerships with government agencies, conservation organizations, and private entities.

GIS

• Create maps to support land acquisition and conservation planning.

• Use GIS for spatial analyses, such as identifying properties with specific natural resource

attributes or landowners meeting defined criteria.

Outreach and Communications

• Assist in creating outreach materials.

• Support outreach and education efforts on a limited basis.

• Write grant proposals for land conservation and stewardship.

• Attend Big Waters Foundation events as a representative of the organization.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in natural sciences (biology, forestry, environmental studies, restoration

ecology, botany, or related field). Relevant experience may substitute for a degree with

demonstrable expertise.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in stewardship and land protection, including work with

volunteers, ecological restoration, exotic species control, replanting, reporting, plan writing,

and CE monitoring/enforcement.

• Proficiency in GIS applications and spatial analysis.

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Ability to organize and manage volunteers effectively.

• Strong conflict-resolution skills and ability to maintain positive relationships with diverse

stakeholders.

• Ability and willingness to collaborate with local, state, regional, and national partners to build

strong conservation coalitions.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to set priorities.

• Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Flexible, self-directed, and able to work under pressure.

• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and accurate record keeping.

• Ability to read maps and navigate in the field using maps and GPS.

• Ability to operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, and field equipment.

• Competency with computer software including ESRI ArcGIS, Microsoft Word, Excel,

PowerPoint, and web-based tools.

• Physical ability to travel to remote properties, hike and wade through varied terrain and

conditions, and work outdoors for extended periods with potential wildlife encounters.

• Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and clean driving record (Florida license required).

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Desirable Qualifications

• Familiarity with Florida native plants.

• Ability to identify plants using a dichotomous key.

• Comfortable with public speaking and presentations.

• Florida Herbicide Applicator certification.

• First Aid certification.

• Prescribed Fire certification(s).

Seasonal Field Biologist - Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy (Tallahassee, FL)

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Last Date to Apply: Open until filled, Priority by September 21, 2025

Start/End Date: November 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026

Compensation: $17-19/hr DOE

About the Organization

The Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy (ARC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on the conservation and restoration of amphibian and reptile populations and their habitats across the United States. ARC focuses on implementing field programs in high-priority areas for amphibians and reptiles to improve their chances of survival. Our work includes inventory, monitoring, research, habitat restoration, population augmentation, and developing management plans across Priority Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Areas (PARCAs). Learn more at ARCProtects.org.

Position Description

ARC is seeking a seasonal Biological Technician near Tallahassee, FL. This position does not provide housing or housing assistance.  Primary duties will include participation in field projects in the Apalachicola PARCA and St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge. Projects are diverse in nature, but generally involve habitat restoration and management through rare herp inventory and monitoring, invasive plant/animal removal, population management, and community engagement. In a 3-person crew, your team will work independently with a remote supervisor to meet project goals. This position is on-location to:

• Assist in monitoring efforts and data collection for focal herpetofauna and invasive species using eDNA, trapping, and targeted surveys.

• Assist in egg collection and larval-rearing for frosted flatwoods salamander headstarting program.

• Survey for larval and adult salamanders via daytime dipnetting and nocturnal spotlight surveys.

• Mesocosm tank maintenance including routine monitoring of plankton food colonies for larval salamanders.

• Assist in invasive plant control efforts including manual removal, mechanical removal, and herbicide application within and surrounding ephemeral wetlands.

• Assist in vegetation and habitat surveys of ephemeral wetlands.

• Assist in project reporting and survey implementation.

• Represent ARC’s on-the-ground presence to build relationships and communicate with state/federal agencies, private citizens, and organizations.

Desired Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field

• 2+ years experience with wildlife monitoring projects, preferably herpetofauna 

• Experience working with flatwoods salamanders, headstarting, or other T&E species.

• Working knowledge of North Florida species, ecosystems, and herpetofauna sampling methods.

• Experience using digital maps to identify, relay, and track project boundaries and data. 

• Willingness to periodically travel, camp, or work varied hours (e.g. night surveys)  

• Ability to execute multiple projects, maintain organized results, and relay issues to meet project deadlines.

• Applicant must be self-motivated, responsible, and have the ability to solve problems.

• Experience navigating landscapes and driving 4×4 roads with offline and digital maps.

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work long hours outdoors, year-round.

OPS Research Assistant - FWC (Lakeland, FL)

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Posting Closing Date: 09/19/2025 

$20 per hour

3900 Drane Field Road

Lakeland, FL 33811

Minimum Qualifications: 4 years professional experience in a closely-related biological field, laboratory program, physical or natural sciences, or mathematics is required. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the physical or natural sciences or mathematics can substitute for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference may be given to candidates with field experience identifying and sampling aquatic vegetation and/or working in aquatic environments with currents (i.e., rivers or tidal areas).

Requirements: Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate. Employment in this position requires possession of a valid Florida driver’s license.

Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Work hours during field trips often deviate from this schedule and are established by the sampling team. This position is not eligible for Telework.

Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.

Submit a cover letter and resume with your application materials. 

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is a temporary, full-time (>30 hours/week) biological research position funded by a State Wildlife Grant through 6/30/2027, with potential continuation contingent upon future grant awards. The position will serve on the statewide Freshwater Plants Research team, whose mission is to conduct applied research to assist and inform ecosystem managers on priority aquatic plant issues. Priority issues vary over time as needed by the management community and currently include assessment of submergent and emergent aquatic plant communities in lakes and rivers, aquatic plant control techniques, habitat restoration, and revegetation methods. Specific job duties include but are not limited to the following:

Serve as a crew member of a sampling team to collect biological data for the project: Assessment of Aquatic Vegetation and Salinity in Coastal Wetlands of Florida Rivers. The study area will include 10 rivers along the Florida gulf coast. The sampling protocol will include navigating sampling sites using handheld GPS units, identifying and surveying aquatic vegetation coverage within sampling plots, and measuring water quality parameters along the sampling reach. Duties will include operating FWC vehicles, towing trailers, and operating vessels in waters of the state. Duties will include participation in overnight sampling trips, and potentially working under extreme environmental conditions (e.g., heat, winds and rough water, currents, sheltering from storms, and long hours in the field as needed to complete work assignments).

Maintain sampling equipment, vehicles, and vessels and prepare for sampling trips. Enter field data into computer databases, including quality assurance quality control (QAQC) measures to ensure accuracy of entries. Assist with data analysis and writing grant reports to document project progress and results. Assist Freshwater Plants Research staff with supplemental data collection including literature reviews, data downloads from agency websites, and/or additional field sampling efforts. Promote and participate in FWC public outreach events (e.g., Marine Quest) as assigned. Complete administrative tasks including agency training; submission of timesheets, vehicle reports, and travel forms; and keeping current on email and schedule via Outlook calendar.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles and techniques used in scientific research including the collection and organization of field data, freshwater plant identification, and ecology.

Skill in the safe operation of vehicles, trailers, and watercraft (<25 ft.); the use of scientific sampling equipment such as GPS and YSI water quality meters; and computer operation and software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

OPS-Government Operations Consultant I - FWC (Tallahassee)

Requisition No: 859322

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: OPS -Government Operations Consultant I - 77909029

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 77909029

Salary: $21.63 an hour

Posting Closing Date: 09/21/2025

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Position Number: 77909029

Position Title: OPS Government Operations Consultant I

If OPS Hourly Rate: $21.63/hourly

Supervisor: Dean Cox

Supervisor contact information for inquiries: 850-487-9573

Broadband Code: 13-1111-03

Position location: 2002 Old St. Augustine Rd., Tallahassee, Florida 32301

Region: Northwest

County: Leon

Working hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 am-5 pm

List of any subordinates supervised: None

Residency Requirement: Yes

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

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Agency information

Our organization: The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.

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

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.

The Division of Habitat & Species Conservation is comprised of six Sections and two offices. This position works within the Land Conservation and Planning (LCP) program of the Wildlife Habitat Management Section of the Division of Habitat and Species Conservation.

Minimum qualifications: A high school diploma and five years of professional experience in administrative work. An associate’s degree can substitute for two of the five years’ experience and a bachelor’s degree can substitute for four of the five years’ experience.

Preferred qualifications: A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License (required).

• Training and background in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), with the ability to develop GIS layers and conduct GIS analyses for commission-managed lands, Florida Forever projects, and potential conservation land acquisitions (required).

• ESRI certification (preferred, not required).

• Familiarity with My Florida Marketplace (preferred, not required).

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with staff, agency partners, and stakeholders.

• Ability to travel occasionally throughout Florida to assist acquisition agents and planners with meetings and site visits.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate acquisition-related documents, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and maintain accurate records.

Position Description

The LCP program provides a unique opportunity to combine conservation, planning, and real estate in a statewide role. The program is responsible for conservation land acquisition and land management planning across Florida, overseeing matters affecting more than six million acres within the Wildlife Management Area (WMA) system and facilitating the land conservation goals of the agency through programs such as Florida Forever.

This position plays a critical role in supporting:

• The Acquisition and Restoration Council

• FWC’s Land Management Planning Program

• The FWC Florida Forever Additions and Inholdings Land Acquisition Program

• Intra-agency and inter-agency coordination

• Stakeholder engagement and public meetings

The OPS Government Operations Consultant will perform GIS analysis, review real estate due diligence, assist with easement reviews, support conservation acquisition and land management planning initiatives, and provide office and operational support for the LCP program.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of acquisition project proposals, prospectuses, and related documents.

• Perform GIS tasks, including maintaining acquisition geodatabases and conducting spatial analyses for Florida Forever projects, acquisition proposals, and FWC-managed lands.

• Maintain spreadsheets, logs, files, databases, and other program records to improve workflow and functionality.

• Support property and lease inventory tracking and related administrative duties.

• Monitor operational activities to ensure alignment with statewide goals.

• Investigate, analyze, and make recommendations to resolve programmatic, administrative, and operational issues.

• Consult with supervisors and staff to develop and implement solutions for acquisition and planning challenges.

• Coordinate and facilitate inter- and intra-agency meetings; prepare public communication materials regarding FWC-managed areas and acquisition projects.

• Attend and support meetings related to land acquisition projects and management plan development.

• Travel as needed to assist planners and acquisition agents with site visits and stakeholder meetings.

• Assist with travel arrangements and reimbursements for program staff.

• Handle all office purchasing, including land acquisition documentation and procurement paperwork.

• Perform other related duties as assigned, and complete training as required to support professional development.

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.

Location:

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301

Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist IV – FWC (Kissimmee, FL)

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Posting Closing Date: 09/12/2025 

OPS Hourly Rate of Pay: $24.32 an hour

Supervisor: Mark Asleson

Supervisor contact information: (352) 274-3706 or Mark.Asleson@MyFWC.com

Working hours: 40 hrs./week

Percent of Travel Required: 0-25% 

Minimum qualifications: A high school diploma and 7 years professional experience in a closely related biological field is required. A Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field can substitute for four of the 7 years of required experience.

Preferred qualifications:  Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Wildlife or Fisheries Management, Zoology, Environmental Sciences or other closely related curriculum and three years of professional experience in a natural resource program. 

Description of position:

The Office of Conservation Planning Services (OCPS) is seeking an energetic and motivated candidate to work within a team of wildlife biologists providing assistance to private and public landowners.  This position offers the opportunity to influence management decisions on a landscape level by developing and fostering long-term partnerships with private landowners who own and manage over half of Florida’s natural resources.  

OCPS provides scientific support and technical assistance to a wide array of private and public sector landowners and local, state, and federal governmental entities on habitat-related issues. OCPS develops comprehensive habitat-based management plans, develops and implements incentive programs for private landowners, provides recommendations for implementation of habitat management programs on private and publicly-owned land, and conducts habitat assessments on conservation easements such as gopher tortoise recipient sites. 

The OCPS Northeast/South Region Team’s primary function is development, administration and delivery of voluntary, incentive-based programs including, but not limited to, FARM Bill Conservation Programs, Forest Stewardship Program, Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program, Payment for Ecosystem Services Programs, Gopher Tortoise Recipient Site Program, and Private Lands Tool Cache.  This position will have the opportunity to closely coordinate and act as a liaison to implement FARM Bill programs including but not limited to CSP, ACEP, EQIP, and RCPP.  

Duties and responsibilities:

Include but are not limited to building and fostering long-term partnerships with landowners, biological data collection and analysis; writing Conservation Stewardship Plans, reports and land management prescriptions; monitoring and evaluating program-funded fish and wildlife habitat enhancement activities, collecting wildlife observations in the field, and planning and conducting educational workshops/field days.

In addition, the position will assist in the review and comment on resource management plans for military facilities, proposed land use planning changes and county and other land management plans. 

Desired qualifications include: 

The ability to positively communicate with a wide variety of landowners who have different land-uses and objectives for their property, passion for motivating landowners to actively manage their habitats in ways that benefit wildlife, the ability and desire to be open-minded while working within a team of biologists to develop long-term partnerships with private landowners, the ability to work as a team as well as work alone when needed, Geographical Information System experience, excellent communicative skills both verbal and written, knowledge of Florida plant/animal communities, knowledge of habitat management techniques, the ability to travel overnight less than 25%, work alone in the field 50% of the time, and public speaking ability.

Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist IV - FWC (Lake City, FL)

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Posting Closing Date: 09/14/2025 

Salary: $1,945.56 bi-weekly + benefits

Supervisor: Natalie Montero-McAllister, Imperiled Species Policy Administrator

Working Hours: Monday – Friday 8-5, with occasional non-standard hours

List of subordinates supervised: 2 OPS Biological Scientist IV, 2 OPS Biological Scientist III, 1 OPS Biological Technician

Residency requirement: Florida 

Minimum qualifications: A high school diploma and seven years of professional experience in a closely related biological field or laboratory program is required. A Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field can substitute for four of the seven years of required experience. 

Preferred qualifications: A Bachelor of Science degree in one of the biological sciences and three years of professional biological experience. . At least one year of professional mammal conservation experience and at least one year of supervisory and project leader experience in conservation programs are strongly preferred. A Master of Science degree in one of the biological sciences is strongly preferred

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.

To apply: In addition to submitting an electronic State of Florida employment application and completing the qualifying questions, a resume and cover letter must be attached describing your interest in this position and relevant experience.

Description of Duties

Are you interested in developing and leading conservation actions for imperiled and rare mammal species that are facing declines in Florida? The Mammal Conservation Coordinator is a key team member who works with other FWC staff, external partners, and stakeholders to create conservation solutions for issues affecting imperiled mammals in Florida. This Career Service position is part of the Wildlife Diversity Conservation Section of the Division of Habitat and Species Conservation. 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.

As an important member of the team overseeing conservation of Florida’s species of greatest conservation need, the individual in this position has the exciting opportunity to significantly impact conservation outcomes and policy for listed and other imperiled mammals in Florida. The position requires passion for conservation, dedication to working with diverse stakeholders, and ability to work creatively to address conservation and policy-related challenges. The position is responsible for coordinating mammal conservation and management activities with staff from across the agency and with external partners. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Working independently and collaboratively with FWC staff, external partners (e.g., US Fish and Wildlife Service, Florida Park Service) and stakeholders;

• Coordinating the development, revision and implementation of Species Action Plans, Species Conservation Measures and Permitting Guidelines, and other components of Florida’s Imperiled Species Management Plan;

• Developing, implementing and participating in projects and initiatives to promote mammal conservation;

• Writing and editing project reports and other scientific and management documents (e.g., guidance documents, conference posters);

• Serving as a liaison between FWC work units and providing expertise on mammals and policy to inform and influence conservation;

• Providing oversight on permit review and biological opinions, applying for and administering grants and providing technical assistance;

• Supporting the state and federal wildlife listing processes through expertise, review and coordination;

• Representing the agency through participating on various teams that further conservation goals for mammals (e.g., Southeastern Bat Diversity Network, numerous working groups);

• Being detail-oriented and handling multiple responsibilities concurrently; and

• Assisting with outreach activities and preparing outreach materials.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Florida’s mammals, ecology, and natural communities.

• Knowledge of state and national conservation programs and laws (e.g., North American Bat Monitoring Program, Florida’s listing and permitting rules, Federal Endangered Species Act) and collaborative governance.

• Supervisory skills including setting clear expectations, establishing a positive work environment, maintaining accountability and adapting leadership skills.

• Strong ability to communicate effectively in-person and virtually, both in writing and orally, to large and small groups, to persons of varying familiarity with wildlife conservation, as well as articulately and with influence.

• Ability to work independently to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments within deadlines.

• Skilled in excellent organizational management (time management, project management, information management) and problem solving.

• Able to work collaboratively with co-workers ,stakeholders, and partners to achieve desired results and foster professional relationships.

• Ability to provide clear, timely, and effective updates to colleagues, direct reports and management.

• Skilled in group facilitation techniques and meeting planning and development.

• Ability to work 40 hours a week with occasional overnight travel associated with agency mission critical guidelines. This includes travel to conferences, meetings, training and other relevant activities.