Fisheries & Wildlife Bio Scientist Iv

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Requisition No: 866960

Agency:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title:

FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST IV -

Position Number:

Salary: $2076.92 - $2192.31 Biweekly, $54,000 - $57,000 Annually

FWC Division of Marine Fisheries Management

Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist IV – Career Service Position with Benefits

$2076.92 - $2192.31 Biweekly, $54,000 - $57,000 Annually

2796 Overseas Highway

Marathon, FL 33050

Anticipated Vacancy

FWC – Division of Marine Fisheries Management

Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist IV - CS

Marathon, Florida - $54,000 - $57,000 Annually

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. Visit our website for more information:

Eight years of professional experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities provided herein.

A post‑secondary degree(s) in life or physical science may substitute for the required experience as follows:

• Bachelor of Science degree and four years of professional experience.

or

• A Master of Science degree and a minimum of three years of professional experience.

Preference may be given to candidates with a Master of Science degree and three years of professional experience.

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.

• Working hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
• Some travel is required and may include weeknights, weekends and holidays.
• 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.
• Computer proficiency to include skills in Microsoft software including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

This position synthesizes technical fisheries assessment information in support of the agency’s marine fisheries rule‑making process, reviews and interprets stock assessments and fisheries regulations, evaluates life history and fisheries‑dependent and independent data, and develops reports and presentations on marine fishery issues.

• Assists Section Leaders by serving as a subject matter expert about federal fishery management actions, state management of marine fisheries, and Endangered Species Act and state listing proposals affecting fisheries in the Florida Keys.
• Represents the Division of Marine Fisheries Management at regional events and meetings relating to marine fisheries management.
• Develops productive working relationships with local fisheries management stakeholders, including recreational and commercial fishermen. Identifies and characterizes local marine fisheries management issues.
• Reviews and interprets fisheries dependent and independent data and other available scientific information to characterize the status of regional marine fisheries.
• Develops technical papers and presentations on management of various fisheries affecting Florida to guide and support the Commission’s rule‑making process. Participates in the rule‑making process to help the Commission build a record…