Fisheries & Wildlife Bio Scientist Iv - 77070379

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Date:
Aug 20, 2026

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Requisition No:881604

Agency:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title:

FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST IV -

Position Title: Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist IV

Biweekly Rate of Pay: $1,945.56 + benefits

Supervisor: Maria Merrill for inquiries Maria.

Merrill

Broadband Code: 19-1023-04

Class Code: 5075

Region: Northwest

Working hours: 8 to 5; M-F

List of any subordinates supervised: 0-3 staff

Agency information: 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 is 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. The Division of Habitat & Species Conservation is comprised of six Sections and two offices.

This position works within the Imperiled Species Management Section (ISM) of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Division of Habitat and Species Conservation.

Minimum qualifications: A high school diploma and 7 years professional experience in a closely related biological field or laboratory program is required. A Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field can substitute for four of the 7 years of required experience.

Additional requirements :
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Previous experience with Florida manatee management or research programs and/or the state or federal environmental regulatory programs, including policy development, is highly preferred. A valid driver’s license and the ability to participate in periodic statewide travel is required.

Preferred qualifications :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of terminology, scientific method, principles, and techniques used in biological research, analyses or testing;
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection, particularly for imperiled or listed species;
• Skilled in effective written and verbal communication including public speaking and technical report writing;
• Skilled in administration and organization of tasks and assignments;
• Skilled MS software applications:
  Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required, and Google Earth Pro, ArcGIS 10.5+, ArcGIS Pro, or ArcGIS Online, SharePoint;
• Ability to perform complex quantitative analyses of scientific data;
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work assignments to meet deadlines;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff, the public, and stakeholders;
• Ability to work independently and on teams;
• Ability to review, evaluate, interpret and defend biological data;
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and good time management skills.

Description of Duties:

This is an opportunity to join our team within the Imperiled Species Management Section’s Manatee Management Program! This position is responsible for rule development, drafting protection measures for rules, permits and variances and issuance of related permits and variances associated with species and their habitat under the responsibility of the Section. This position will have a focus on rules associated with the Florida manatee, but it will also act as subject matter expert and provide administrative guidance for rule related tasks for marine turtles, Florida panthers, and Florida black bears.

Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Develops, monitors, and coordinates the establishment of…