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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
Environmental Protection
Bob Martinez Center
2600 Blair Stone Road Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2400 |
Ron DeSantis
Governor
Jeanette Nuñez
Lt. Governor
Noah Valenstein
Secretary
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 (Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.) Requisition No: 53443 Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Working Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST II - 77072812 Position Number: 77072812 Salary: $1,234.18 bi-weekly + benefits Posting Closing Date: 03/02/2019 Address and telephone number: 558 South Murphy Road. Wewahitchka, FL 32465 / 850-767-3634 Supervisor: Cathy Ricketts Annual Salary: $32,088.68 Requisition Manager: Phil Manor Description of duties: This Career Service position works with a team of biologists and technicians to manage natural communities and wildlife populations on the Apalachicola River Wildlife and Environmental Area (WEA). Assists lead biologist in planning, developing and implementing natural community restoration and wildlife management programs on the area. Provides assistance in the preparation of various plans and documents that guide multiple-use management. Assists with the application of land management treatments including prescribed burning, timber thinning, mowing and chopping, groundcover restoration, chemical control of invasive plants, and maintenance of wildlife openings. Surveys and monitors locally important and listed wildlife species including red cockaded woodpeckers 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, campgrounds, trails, fishing dock, observation tower/boardwalk, boat ramps, water control structures, fences, gates, and offices. Assists with management of public recreational use programs. 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. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: ▪ Knowledge and experience in conducting wildlife surveys with an emphasis on nongame species, analyzing data, and summarizing results. ▪ Knowledge and experience with various wildlife habitat management practices that benefit wildlife populations and restore natural communities ▪ Knowledge and experience with the application of prescribed fire ▪ Knowledge and experience with chemical or mechanical control of invasive exotic 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 deal effectively with customers ▪ 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, Access, etc.) Broadband code: 19-1023-02 Class code: 5028 Region: Northwest (03) Title: Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist II County: Gulf and Franklin Working hours: 7:00 am to 4:00 pm (CST), Monday through Friday, may require some night or weekend duty List of any subordinates supervised: none Residency requirement: Florida, must reside within a 25 mile radius of the Apalachicola River WEA Minimum Level of Education- Bachelor’s Degree in a life or physical science License Requirements: None EEO/AA/ADA and VP Employer 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. 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: Panama City |
(Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.) OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST I - F - 77900962 Date: Feb 12, 2019 Location: APALACHICOLA, FL, US, 32320 Apply now » Requisition No: 53975 Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Working Title: OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST I - F - 77900962 Position Number: 77900962 Salary: $14 to $15.50 per hour, Depending on Experience Posting Closing Date: 03/01/2019 Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) Section/Subsection: Marine Fisheries Research/Fisheries Independent Monitoring Anticipated start date: As soon as available, beginning as early as February 18th The Apalachicola Bay Field Office in Eastpoint, FL was impacted by Hurricane Michael. Office space for staff has been temporarily relocated to Apalachicola, FL. Job Description The incumbent hired for this position will be expected to serve as a lead field biologist for a large, dynamic Fisheries-Independent Monitoring (FIM) Program at the Apalachicola Bay Field Office with emphasis on carrying out statistically valid fisheries research surveys in both nearshore estuarine and offshore marine waters. The purpose of this research is to evaluate the relative stock abundance, occurrence, diversity and condition of Florida’s marine and brackish water fish populations. The incumbent will help coordinate and conduct offshore and estuarine fisheries-independent sampling efforts in the northeastern Gulf of Mexico and throughout several estuaries in the Florida Panhandle. Research will be conducted following strict FIM protocols using a variety of sampling methodologies including the use of seines, trawls, side-scan sonar, camera pods, and fish traps. Essential duties include participation as the lead and/or crew member with research cruise planning and preparation, offshore and estuarine field sampling, data entry and all associated data QA/QC; assists with maintaining and repairing sampling gear including boats, motors, trailers, nets, protective gear, office equipment, and laboratory equipment as needed; completes fish and invertebrate identifications in both field and lab settings which includes following strict QA/QC protocols using a microscope and dichotomous keys; performs basic routine summaries of fisheries data used in preparing technical and scientific reports, oral presentations, and/or manuscripts as assigned; performs and participates in public outreach efforts as appropriate. The incumbent will be part of a large, state-wide, multidisciplinary team of fisheries scientists within the FIM Program and will have opportunities to participate in an array of other offshore and inshore fisheries research efforts across all FWRI-FIM field laboratories. This position requires extensive travel to conduct both inshore and offshore field work. Travel to conduct offshore research will involve spending numerous consecutive days at sea every quarter, and travel to conduct inshore work will involve consecutive overnight hotel lodging to conduct field work throughout western Florida Panhandle estuaries. Incumbent must be able to perform strenuous physical activities in sometimes arduous weather conditions aboard offshore research vessels and while conducting inshore research sampling for long periods of time which includes heavy lifting. Minimum Requirements A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological sciences. A valid driver’s license. Preference may be given to candidates with the following: previous work in a fisheries program leading fisheries-independent fieldwork using a variety of sampling gears to survey fish populations in estuarine and/or offshore waters. Experience using dichotomous keys and either microscopes or video to identify juvenile and adult fishes found in marine and estuarine environments. Experience trailering and operating small vessels up to 24ft in length. Experience conducting routine maintenance of vehicles, small vessels, trailers and outboard motors used to conduct fisheries work. Experience providing mentorship and training to staff in a fisheries program. Knowledge, Skill(s), and Abilities Ability to conduct biological research using scientific methods. Ability to identify juvenile and adult fishes and invertebrates collected from Florida’s offshore marine and estuarine environments. Knowledge of principles and techniques used in fisheries research, including methods used for gathering and managing fisheries data. Ability to safely operate, trailer and maintain vehicles and small boats and motors. Ability to review, proof, enter and manage fisheries data following strict QA/QC procedures using various software packages (e.g., Excel, Access, SAS). Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written, in professional and public settings. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the public. Skill in the use of fish sampling equipment (e.g., trawls, seines, traps, side-scan sonar, cameras), computers and related software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), and laboratory equipment (e.g., microscopes). Ability to participate in multidisciplinary fisheries research efforts across all FWRI-FIM field laboratories which may involve overnight travel and/or extended field trips. Ability to perform strenuous physical activities under arduous conditions (e.g. inclement weather, rough water, boat engine exhaust, shoreline wading) for long periods of time, including heavy lifting. Ability to work more than 40 hours per week as needed to complete field work and maintain a valid FL driver's license. Ability to complete a boater safety course, and first aid/CPR training within 3 months of hire. To Apply Applicants are required to submit a complete, up-to-date, State of Florida Employment Application Profile electronically in People First (http://peoplefirst.myflorida. WHAT IS OPS EMPLOYMENT? Other Personal Services (OPS) employment is a temporary employer/employee relationship used solely for accomplishing short term or intermittent tasks. OPS employees do not fill established positions and may not be assigned the duties of any vacant authorized position. OPS employees are at-will employees and are subject to actions such as pay changes, changes to work assignment, and terminations at the pleasure of the agency head or designee. WHAT BENEFITS ARE APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES?
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. Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee Apply now »  |
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