Deadline: Fri, 01/26/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Full Time Location: Florida Location Detail: Branford, Florida Job Description: JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT Position Number – 77902369 Position Title – OPS Biological Scientist II Field Office Address – 1920 NE 100th St. Rd., Branford, FL 32008, (386) 935-4074 Supervisor - Matthew Barker Hourly Pay Rate - $20.83 Region – North Central Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Description of duties – This OPS position serves as a Biological Scientist II for the Wildlife and Environmental Areas (WEAs) in the North District of the North Central Region. This position is under the supervision of the Lead Area Biologist for Branan Field, Bell Ridge Longleaf, Fort White, Lafayette Forest, and Suwannee Ridge WEAs. The individual in this position also assists with habitat and land management efforts and wildlife survey activities on additional public lands in the district that have been established as wildlife management areas (WMAs). Duties include, but are not limited to: • Performing habitat restoration using prescribed fire, planting of native vegetation, and other techniques. • Performing wildlife surveys for multiple species. • Surveying and treating exotic vegetation using herbicides and other methods. • Monitoring archeological resources. • Operating tractors, dozers, and other equipment. • Maintaining roads, equipment, and office building. • Accurately and routinely submitting reports of activities and accomplishments using online databases and ArcGIS. • Providing technical assistance to other biologists. Qualifications: Level of Education – Bachelor of Science degree with a major in one of the biological sciences, or a Master of Science degree in one of the biological sciences. Four years of directly related professional experience can substitute for the required Bachelor of Science degree. License Requirements – Florida Class E Driver’s License Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – • Knowledge and experience in conducting wildlife surveys, including game and nongame species, analyzing data, and summarizing results. • Applied knowledge of the application of prescribed fire. • Applied knowledge of chemical or mechanical control of invasive vegetation. • Knowledge of ArcGIS and GPS and their 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 multiple work assignments. • Ability to communicate effectively with external and internal customers. • Skill in use of Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Access, etc.) Miscellaneous: Working Hours – Monday – Friday, 8am - 5pm, with weekend and after-hours work occasionally required List of Subordinates Supervised – none Residency Requirement – none Qualifying Questions – 1. Do you have a Bachelor of Science degree in wildlife management, ecology, or biology? 2. Do you have a Master of Science degree in wildlife management, ecology, or biology? 3. Do you have experience working with ArcGIS? 4. Do you have direct experience with the application of prescribed fire? 5. Do you have experience identifying and treating non-native plant species in Florida? 6. Have you performed upland bird surveys? 7. Do you have experience taking biological data from hunter harvested animals? 8. Have you performed archeological or cultural resource monitoring? Salary: $20.83/hr. Maximum of 1920 hours per fiscal year Benefits: OPS Employment Description: The position is OPS (Other Personnel Services), which means that employees are paid for the number of hours they work. OPS employees have the option to receive health insurance benefits. OPS employees do not receive any form of paid leave, paid holidays, or participation in the Florida Retirement System; OPS employees do contribute to a separate retirement plan. 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. How to Apply: Please complete the State of Florida Employment Application Form. (https://www.floridajobs.org/forms/personnel/stateemploymentapp.pdf) You may attach a resume, but a completed SOF application is required. Combine your letter of interest, SOF application, and response to the Qualifying Questions in one PDF document and email to matthew.barker@myfwc.com
