FWC Job Announcement: FWRI 77072019, Research Administrator I - SES (Fisheries Independent Monitoring, Eastpoint)

(Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.) RESEARCH ADMINISTRATOR I-FWC - SES - 77072019 Date:  Jun 16, 2023 Location:  EASTPOINT, FL, US, 32328   APPLY NOW   The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify website.     Requisition No: 805199  Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Working Title: RESEARCH ADMINISTRATOR I-FWC - SES - 77072019 Position Number: 77072019  Salary:  $54,798 annually  Posting Closing Date: 07/06/2023    Open Competitive Opportunity   DIVISION: Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) SECTION: Marine Fisheries Research, Fisheries-Independent Monitoring program FACILITY: FWC/FWRI Apalachicola Field Lab   This is a full-time Select Exempt Service (SES) position with benefits. No moving expenses provided.   Top candidates will be required to give a 30-minute seminar at FWRI as part of the interview process.   In addition to submitting a completed State of Florida electronic employment application and completing the Qualifying Questions, applicants must attach a cover letter and an up-to-date resume to be considered. Submitted cover letter should at a minimum explain your interest in working as the Research Administrator I and identify your most relevant skills and experience. Incomplete applications will not be considered.   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  This position leads the Fisheries-Independent Monitoring program’s Apalachicola Field Lab fisheries operations. Conducts all aspects of the Fisheries-Independent Monitoring program with emphasis on directing and executing statistically valid research experiments and surveys in estuarine and marine waters on various sized boats to evaluate relative fish stock abundance, age composition, movement, growth, and health. Incumbent will be responsible for coordinating and conducting fisheries-independent sampling, supervising, hiring, and mentoring staff, and overseeing timely and accurate completion of administrative issues associated with the field lab. Duties also include statistically analyzing associated fisheries data, assisting with QA/QC protocols, writing and presenting scientific reports and/or manuscripts, assisting with the design and evaluation of sampling gear, preparing/reviewing proposals for continued and new surveys, and participating in the editorial review of scientific manuscripts. Responsibilities also include coordinating activities with other FWC/FWRI scientists, outside investigators, and agencies to accomplish research relevant to the FWC mission, representing FWRI at meetings and conferences related to above job duties, collaborating with all programs at the field lab, as well as participating in public outreach efforts, as appropriate, and assisting with other Institute programs as required.  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  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 and four years of professional experience in one of the physical or natural sciences or mathematics, one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; or a master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the physical or natural sciences or mathematics and three years of professional experience as described above; or a doctorate from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the physical or natural sciences or mathematics and two years of professional experience as described above, one of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Preference may be given to applicants with an advanced degree in one of the fisheries sciences who has managed a fisheries research program, including the supervision of scientific research staff. A successful track record in grant writing and administration and in the publication of research in peer reviewed journals is highly desired.  PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:  Knowledge of Florida juvenile and adult fish and invertebrate identification; methods and gear used for collection of fisheries samples; estuarine ecology theories and analyses; of principles of statistical design and analysis; management and supervisory practices. Skill to use various types of equipment in field research on fishes. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work assignments; analyze complex datasets; write effective scientific manuscripts and make effective oral presentations; lead and supervise; establish and maintain effective working relationships; maintain a valid driver's license; and complete a boater safety course.  Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results from a Background Check. There is no cost to the candidate for this check.    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. Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee Apply Now: https://jobs.myflorida.com/

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