Requisition No: 830286
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: OPS F&W BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST I - 77907235
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 77907235
Salary: $18/hour
Posting Closing Date: 08/20/2024
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FWC FWRI- Fisheries Dependent Monitoring
Biological Scientist I – OPS Position
$18 per hour
3911 Highway 2321
Panama City, FL 32409
FWRI-Fisheries Dependent Monitoring
Biological Scientist I - OPS 77907725
Panama City, Florida - $18 per hour
Applicants that live in Tallahassee, in addition to the Panama City to St. Marks area, would also be considered for the position
Our 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:
4 years professional experience in a closely related biological field or laboratory program is required; or
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological sciences can substitute for the required experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference may be given to individuals with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with a major in biological/marine sciences and those individuals demonstrating direct knowledge of fisheries, experience identifying finfish to species, and experience working in marine fisheries monitoring programs. Relevant marine-related experience preferred.
Requirements:
Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate.
Applicant must maintain a valid driver’s license and use of reliable transportation. Applicant must be able to lift at least 40 lbs.
Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.
Position is Home-based with access to an office at the Northwest Regional Office Annex.
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
Fisheries Dependent Monitoring (FDM) works directly with anglers to collect fisheries data across the state. FDM is seeking a candidate to conduct directed research and monitoring of recreational fisheries in Northwest Florida by assisting with new and ongoing marine recreational fishing surveys. Duties will include but are not limited to:
Conducting dockside interviews with recreational anglers to gather data on catch rates, effort, gear, and area fished;
Sampling fish dockside to collect accurate length and weight measurements and biological samples for age, growth, and reproduction;
Processing field and laboratory samples following standardized protocols;
Gathering detailed information on fish caught and release by recreational anglers;
Conducting data entry using tablets, personal computers, and database software;
Troubleshooting equipment and reviewing data for quality assurance;
Participating in public outreach efforts as appropriate; and
Performing other duties related to program and facility functions as requested by section supervisor.
This position requires the ability to work a flexible work schedule of 30 to 40 hours per week (variable by week), earlier in the morning and later at night for longer durations (8 hours or more) and will often require working weekends and holidays. The position requires direct contact with the public and representatives of the fishing industry regularly, and the qualified applicant will be expected to represent the Agency in a courteous and professional manner at all times. Applicants will be expected to work as part of a team and must also be able to work independently without supervision while adhering to specific deadlines and targets. The position will be home-based in the Eastern Panhandle of FL between Panama City and St. Mark’s. This position requires frequent travel throughout Bay, Gulf, Franklin and Wakulla counties and will require travel to other regions of Florida as needed. It may also require applicants to use their own vehicle to perform their job duties, with travel reimbursements available (at 44.5 cents/mile).
This project work will be paid through state and federal funds which are subject to annual renewals and appropriations. Continued employment is anticipated but contingent upon annual renewals of f
Location: Panama City, FL
Posted: Aug. 19, 2024, 7:18 p.m.
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