Requisition No: 835510
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST IV - 77000895
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 77000895
Salary: $1,923.08 biweekly + benefits
Posting Closing Date: 09/15/2024
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FWC Mission Statement: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.
Title: Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist IV
Working Title: Senior Wildlife Assistance Biologist
Salary: $1,923.08 biweekly
Position number: 77000895
Class Code: 19-1023-04/5075
Broadband Level: LEVEL 3 - LIFE AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE 19-1023-04
Level of Education: A Bachelor’s degree with a major in wildlife science, ecology, natural resources, or similar discipline preferred.
Region: North Central
County: Alachua
Working hours: 40hrs/week 8-5, M-F, some nights and weekend work may be required.
List of any subordinates supervised: Up to (4) OPS Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist III (Wildlife Assistance Biologist)
Residency requirement: None
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Division: Habitat and Species Conservation
Section: Wildlife Impact Management
Sub-section: Wildlife Assistance Program
Address: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 6224 NW 43rd street Suite B,Gainesville, FL 32653
Supervisor: Greg Kaufmann, Biological Administrator III
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check
DESCRIPTION OF JOB DUTIES:
The Wildlife Impact Management Section is seeking an energetic and motivated candidate to serve as a Senior Wildlife Assistance Biologist. This position serves as one of two Senior Wildlife Assistance Biologists for the Wildlife Assistance Program within the Wildlife Impact Management Section. This position is expected to foster strong relationships with local communities and government partners and develop lasting stakeholder engagement strategies focused on mitigating human-wildlife conflict. Duties and responsibilities include:
• Provide day-to-day supervision of the assigned Wildlife Assistance Biologists, including hiring and onboarding.
• Help coordinate internal and external stakeholder communication on behalf of the Wildlife Assistance Program related to wildlife damage management, human-wildlife conflict resolution, and coexisting with wildlife strategies.
• Monitor call volumes and types of incidents, analyze incident data, and scan for emerging issues that may require detailed follow-up and customized approaches to mitigating human-wildlife conflict.
• Identify communities experiencing human-wildlife conflict and engage with governing bodies and community partners to provide sustainable solutions to mitigate and resolve wildlife conflicts and to foster the appreciation of Florida’s native wildlife.
• Assist communications staff with responses to media requests regarding human-wildlife conflicts.
• Develop education and outreach materials in coordination with biological and communications subject matter experts and community relations staff.
• Organize and conduct education and outreach activities and events, including public speaking, on behalf of the Wildlife Assistance Program.
• Work with constituents and stakeholders to resolve wildlife conflict issues and to promote co-existing with wildlife.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of the biological sciences and scientific principles of wildlife biology, ecology, human dimensions, conservation
• Knowledge of wildlife management issues in Florida including animal damage control techniques
• Skilled in the use of computers for word processing, information management, communications, data management
• Excellent public speaking skills
• Ability to identify native and non-native wildlife
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced work environment and adhere to time constraints with minimal supervision
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with the public, stakeholder representatives, and coworkers
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to travel overnight less than 25% of the time
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the biological sciences and at least three years of professional biological experience is preferred; or
• A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the biological sciences and two years of professional experience; or
• A doctorate from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the biological sciences.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Knowledge and experience addressing Human Dimensions of Wildlife Management and Wildlife Conflict
• Experience working within a program covering
Location: Gainesville, FL
Posted: Sept. 9, 2024, 9:34 a.m.
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