Deadline: Sun, 04/07/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Job Field: Other Job Type: Full Time Location: Florida Location Detail: Eustis, Florida Job Description: The Division of Habitat & Species Conservation is comprised of six Sections and two offices. This positon is in the Aquatic Habitat Conservation and Restoration Section. The Aquatic Habitat Restoration/Enhancement Subsection (AHRE) is seeking an energetic and motivated candidate to serve as an Outreach Specialist. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic and self-motivated to complete quality work on time and demonstrate strong communication abilities to develop and carry out projects with minimal supervision and as an effective team member to the Subsection. Description of responsibilities and duties: Primary duties will include independently developing and implementing various outreach and education initiatives including presenting to the public at outreach festivals and special events both in person and virtually, including youth programming opportunities, coordinating Ask FWC, What’s Happening on My Lake, and records requests, AHRE technical reporting, and assisting aquatic habitat restoration/enhancement project operations and monitoring. This position will also serve as a liaison with HSC Communications. This position will be responsible for developing and updating internal and external website content, coordinating and responding to information and records requests, managing GovDelivery accounts, and scheduling and reporting AHRE aquatic plant management operations through Plant Management Authorization Reporting System (PMARS). This position will include extensive driving throughout Florida to attend or host events, festivals, meetings, workshops and support aquatic habitat restoration/enhancement projects, with occasional weekend work hours. Must be able to work independently and have an ability to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences. Additional duties will include: Identifying outreach needs and priorities and developing innovative approaches to engage the public and reach new audiences focused on aquatic habitat restoration/enhancement. Coordinating, editing, and overseeing the preparation and updates of educational information including regular review and updates of printed materials, digital media, and websites. Overseeing the development of the AHRE annual report. Collaborating on timely outreach needs with regional staff for emerging issues. Overseeing and maintaining inventory for printed and digital materials and outreach supplies. Assisting staff with developing internal and external public meetings, training, or workshops. Operation of 4x4 vehicles, trailers, boats, airboats, and ATVs to access remote habitat enhancement project field sites. Operation of drones to collect images of vegetation or wildlife management on publicly owned land or water. Maintain project vehicles, boats, and field and laboratory equipment in working condition. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications: Knowledge Skills and Abilities required for the position: Professional experience working in outreach and communication. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing for various audiences. Ability to review and edit documents and presentations to agency standards. Experience with public speaking, including presenting information to large audiences. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, strong critical thinking, and the ability to coordinate multiple projects at one time. Knowledge of the biological sciences and scientific principles of freshwater aquatic biology, ecology, and conservation. Ability to assist freshwater habitat restoration projects and spend long hours in or on the water in various weather conditions. Familiarity with software programs including but not limited to design software, Adobe pro, and Microsoft 365 apps including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint. Ability to provide excellent customer service and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to multi-task and work independently, work well in a fast-paced work environment, and adhere to time constraints. Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and complete work assignments and projects according to established deadlines. Desired qualifications include: Demonstrated ability to organize and coordinate events. Demonstrated experience with print media and in web content creation and management; The ability to travel overnight for several days at a time. Ability to write grants to support educational events and secure outreach materials. Salary: 45,000 How to Apply: https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/EUSTIS-Pending-Reclass-to-Fisheries-&-Wildlife-Biological-Scientist-III-Outreach-Specialist-FL-32726/1145912600/
