Ops Biological Scientist Iii

Requisition No: 867534

Agency:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title:

OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST III –

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.

• 6 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 two years of professional biological experience in a field or laboratory program.
• A master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the biological sciences and one year of professional experience as described above.
• A doctorate from an accredited college or university in one of the biological sciences can substitute for the required experience.

• Preference may be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree or higher, from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological sciences.
• Preference also may be given to candidates demonstrating direct knowledge of agriculture, horticulture, and/or aquaculture.

• Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate.

M‑F, 7 AM – 4 PM (Hours may vary based on workload and may be required to work weekends and non‑traditional hours; some schedule flexibility may be available. Remote work is not available for this position.)

List of any subordinates supervised:
None

The Florida Bass Conservation Center (FBCC) is seeking qualified applicants for an OPS Fish and Wildlife Biologist III position. The FBCC is the major freshwater gamefish production hatchery in the state of Florida. Additionally, FBCC is bringing a new aquatic vegetation production facility online. The incumbent will be the lead worker for this new facility and eelgrass (tapegrass) production project. The incumbent will work with Division of Habitat and Species Conservation’s Aquatic Habitat Restoration and Enhancement subsection to plan and conduct horticulture operations supplying freshwater submerged aquatic vegetation to aquatic habitat management projects.

The incumbent will also assist with intensive fish culture operations and should be motivated, detailed oriented, and have an ability to complete tasks largely without supervision. Examples of routine tasks include planting and harvesting eelgrass, tank cleaning and setup, fish feeding, basic data collection and entry, performing water quality tests, oversight of mechanical operations, and assistance with visiting tour groups, outreach, and purchases as needed.

The incumbent will be expected to assist in design and implementation of specific scientific studies conducted at the hatchery and may be asked to assist in extensive pond management, pond feeding, and harvest.

• Knowledge of basic scientific terminology and principles.
• Knowledge of water chemistry.
• Skill in the use of MS Office Software.
• Ability to generate, analyze and communicate biological data.
• Ability to problem‑solve and handle conflict with professionalism.
• Ability to effectively communicate written and orally with the scientific community and with public stakeholders.
• Ability to work in teams and independently to complete tasks in a timely and organized manner.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability…