Requisition No: 800696
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST III – 77000931
Position Number: 77000931
Salary: min annual salary $39,267.80 max annual salary $43,194.58- plus benefits
Posting Closing Date: 05/18/2023
Job Opportunity Announcement
Pending Vacancy
TITLE: Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist III
SECTION: North Central Region – Division of Freshwater Fisheries Management
PAY RANGE: min annual salary $39,267.80 max annual salary $43,194.58- plus benefits.
LOCATION: Lake City Regional Office
3377 E. US Hwy 90
Lake City, FL 32055
Columbia County
CONTACT: Allen Martin
3377 E. US Hwy 90
Lake City, FL 32055
386-623-1836
Allen.Martin@MyFWC.com
SUPERVISOR: Allen Martin, Biological Administrator II
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
DESCRIPTION OF JOB DUTIES:
This position is part of a regional team with FWC’s Division of Freshwater Fisheries Management and is located in Lake City, FL. The selected candidate will work with the Regional Fisheries Administrator to lead the management of freshwater fisheries resources in Florida’s North Central Region (17 counties); design, supervise and implement biological studies on aquatic resources; implement agency established protocols to assess sportfish populations; compile, analyze and interpret biological data; and compile technical reports. The person selected for this position will be required to regularly interact with individuals from within and outside the agency and the general public. This position is responsible for the leadership and supervision of two Fish and Wildlife Biologist II and various Other Personal Services (OPS) staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as the regional lead for fish community and angler utilization sampling
- Assesses freshwater fisheries resources utilizing established sampling methodologies and gear.
- Establish and maintain stakeholder contacts with anglers, fish camps, local governmental officials, tackle shop owners, fishing guides, outdoor media, fishing clubs, NGOs, etc. to ensure effective, two-way communication relative to FWC programs and projects.
- Facilitate the development of interagency partnerships, stakeholder relationships, and cooperative agreements with local governments in order to protect, manage, and enhance fisheries resources
- Work with Division of Habitat and Species Aquatic Habitat Restoration and Enhancement and Invasive Plant Management personnel to maintain expertise in those areas and ensure that DFFM’s interests are considered when planning projects and other work
- Coordinate with Regional Freshwater Fisheries Administrator and HSC staff to develop aquatic restoration, enhancement, aquatic plant management, and other projects that emphasize improving or maintaining sport fish populations, angler access or the creation of new fishing opportunities.
- Serve as DFFM representative on intra- and inter-agency groups.
- Data compilation, management, and analysis.
- Drafting/editing of quarterly and annual reports.
- Operates/maintains boats, motors, trailers, and other sampling equipment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of Florida’s freshwater fish, fisheries, fish population dynamics, and fish management techniques.
- Knowledge of freshwater aquatic plants and related management techniques.
- Knowledge of aquatic habitat restoration techniques.
- Knowledge of data analysis techniques relevant to fisheries biology.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software applications
- Skill in the operation of boats, outboard motors, trailers, etc.
- Skill in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, data analysis, fish population analysis programs, etc.
- Skill in the use of scientific and field equipment
- Skill in personnel development
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
- Ability to develop new or revised habitat restoration or enhancement techniques based on system conditions.
- Ability to work with internal and external personnel, managers, government officials, riparian land owners, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques
- Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to fish and wildlife management
- Ability to travel overnight and work flexible hours to meet project objectives
- Ability to design and conduct biological studies/surveys.
- Ability to identify freshwater fish to species level.
DESIRED MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a life or physical science and three years of professional experience in a field or laboratory program; OR
- A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a life or physical science and one year of professional experience in a field or laboratory program.
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 interest in the position.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
State of Florida employees enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement. As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.
Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
No Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
Nine Paid State Holidays, One Personal Holiday per year
4 hours Annual Leave and 4 hours Sick Leave accrual each biweekly
For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.
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”.
Certain veterans and spouses of veterans receive preference in employment by the state as provided by Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, and are encouraged to apply. For applicants claiming Veterans’ Preference, please attach your supporting documentation when you apply for a vacancy. Applicants may also fax their supporting documentation to People First at 1-888-403-2110 by the closing date.
FWC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application / selection process, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to
provide the accommodation.
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.