FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST II

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Job Ttitle: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST II

Company: State of Florida


Description: Requisition No: 844419Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation CommissionWorking Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST II – 77073235Pay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 77073235Salary: $41,199 AnnuallyPosting Closing Date: 02/06/2025Total Compensation EstimatorFWC Fish and Wildlife Research InstituteMarine Mammal Research ProgramBiological Scientist II – Career Service Position with Benefits$1,584.61 Biweekly, $41,199 Annually100 Eighth Ave SESaint Petersburg, FL 33701Fish and Wildlife Research InstituteBiological Scientist II – CS 77073235Saint Petersburg, Florida – $41,199 AnnuallyOur organization:The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.Minimum Qualifications:Preferred Qualifications:Preference may be given to candidates with the following qualifications: experience with operating and trailering watercraft, experience with wildlife tracking using radio-telemetry.Requirements:
Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate.Applicants are required to submit a complete, up-to-date, State of Florida Application Form electronically in People First, by midnight on the closing date listed. Go to: (enter 77073235 in the keyword search field). Applicants must also upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information (including email and phone) for three references with their People First application by the closing date, but these do not replace the requirement for a completed State of Florida application form. Applicants are required to complete the additional application questions (answers of ‘see resume’ are not sufficient). If you experience technical difficulties during the application process, please call People First at 1-877-562-7287.Position Overview and Responsibilities:The person in this position will collaborate with FWRI scientists to conduct field research and collect data on manatee behavior, ecology, habitat, distribution, and threats. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with tagging manatees through capture and in-water replacement of tags, independently tracking tagged manatees with radio-telemetry and sonic equipment by boat and from shore, and recording behavioral observations and environmental data. Additional field responsibilities may include conducting aerial surveys, photo-identification, genetic biopsy sampling, temperature monitoring, habitat assessments, and other field work as assigned. Office and lab responsibilities include entering, editing, and verifying data; monitoring manatee movement behavior using satellite-linked telemetry; maintaining project databases, equipment inventories, and records; creating and updating written procedures; providing summary information and data to managers as needed; purchasing and constructing tagging and other project-related gear; and assisting with maintenance of field and lab equipment, vehicle, and vessel. The person in this position may take on supervision of an OPS staff. Travel may be state-wide.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of wildlife ecology, biology, and natural systemsKnowledge of principles and techniques of scientific researchKnowledge of methods of biological data collectionProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Adobe AcrobatSkilled in wildlife tracking using radio-telemetrySkilled in the safe operation and trailering of small watercraft (up to 24ft.), able to complete a small boat safety course within the probationary periodSkilled in the aerial survey of wildlifeSkilled in the use and maintenance of scientific field equipment, including digital SLR camerasSkilled in problem-solving, especially in field situationsAbility to record data independently and accurately in a sometimes-harsh field environmentAbility to perform detail-oriented work in an organized mannerAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingAbility to work independently and as part of a team; establish and maintain effective working relationshipsAbility to swim with sufficient skill to perform in-water researchAbility to maintain a U.S. driver’s licenseWhy should I apply?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 BiweeklyNo Cost $25,000 Life InsuranceNine Paid State Holidays, One Personal Holiday per year4 hours Annual Leave and 4 hours Sick Leave accrued BiweeklyRetirement Plan OptionsState University and College Tuition Waiver ProgramOn the Job TrainingsSupport for family planning, including paid maternity leave, adoption benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP), and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.For a more complete list of benefits, visit .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 . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.Location:ST PETERSBURG, FL, US, 33701

Salary: $41199 per year

Location: Saint Petersburg, FL

Date: Sat, 25 Jan 2025 08:23:44 GMT


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