Fisheries & Wildlife Bio Scientist Iii

FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST III -

Date:
Jan 6, 2026

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Requisition No: 866949

Agency:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title:

FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST III -

Position Title – Biological Scientist III

Rate of Pay/Salary: $1,730.77 bi-weekly + benefits

Supervisor & Position number – Caity Savoia

Position Location: TBD within region (Office in Midway option)

Region: Northwest

Working Hours: M-F, 8 AM – 5 PM (Hours may vary with workload and may require work on weekends and non-traditional hours.)

Subordinates Supervised: None

Residency Requirement: within Florida, Northwest region

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:
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 Aquatic Habitat Conservation and Restoration Section of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Division of Habitat and Species Conservation.

Minimum qualifications:

• A high school diploma and 6 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 6 years of required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in one of the biological sciences and three years of professional biological experience.
• At least one year of professional wetland conservation experience and at least one year of project leader experience in conservation programs are strongly preferred.
• A Master of Science degree in one of the biological sciences is strongly preferred.

This is a full-time employment position that is eligible for all career service state employee benefits including paid leave, health insurance, retirement benefits, tuition waivers for continuing education and numerous agency trainings for professional development.

To apply: In addition to submitting an electronic State of Florida employment application and completing the qualifying questions, a resume and cover letter must be attached describing your interest in this position and relevant experience.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Required for the Position:

Knowledge of coastal, estuarine and marine ecosystems; ability to identify opportunities for and conduct aquatic (marine and estuarine) habitat restoration; knowledge of terminology, principles, and techniques used in aquatic resource management or habitat restoration; knowledge of data collection methods; ability to collect, record, and analyze scientific data relating to the biological sciences; ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;

ability to write technical reports; ability to pursue grant funding for restoration projects; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff, the public and other stakeholders; ability to work independently; ability to occasionally travel; knowledge of personal computers and related software (proficiency in the use of GPS hardware and GIS software is preferred); proficient in small boat and trailer handling.

Other job-related requirements for this position:

The ability to spend long hours in and on the water in various weather conditions on a year-round basis. Physical stamina to perform rigorous activities in…