Ops F/w Bio Scientist Ii

Requisition No: 829693

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: OPS F/W Bio Scientist II - 77907648

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 77907648

**Salary**: $18 - $20 (experience depending)

Posting Closing Date: 06/08/2024

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**FWC Fish and Wildlife Research Institute**

**Marine Fisheries Research**

**Biological Scientist II - OPS Position 77907648**

**$18-20 per hour depending on experience**

**Fish and Wildlife Research Institute**

**Marine Fisheries Research**

**Biological Scientist II - OPS 77907648**

**$18-20 per hour depending on experience**

**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**:

- 5 years professional experience in a closely-related biological field or laboratory program is required.
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological sciences and one year of professional biological experience in a field or laboratory program; or
- A master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the biological sciences can substitute for the required experience.
- Valid driver's license.

**Requirements**:
Employment in this position is temporary - grant funded for one year.

**Position Overview and Responsibilities**:
**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:

- Knowledge of fish morphology, identification of marine fishes to species, offshore recreational fishing methods and behavior, biological sampling techniques, statistical survey sampling methods, data collection, and data entry.
- Be able to conduct complex field work in adverse conditions. Preference may be given to individuals having at least one year of direct experience working in marine fisheries monitoring programs.
- Detail-oriented with good organizational and time management skills.
- Operate a personal computer and various word processing and data software.

**Why should I apply?**

**The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida**:
*Eligible OPS positions and qualifying applicants may 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..

Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly

Low Cost $25,000 Life Insurance

OPS FICA Alternative Retirement Plan

On the Job Trainings

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.