OPS F&W Technician

Working Title:

OPS F&W Technician -

Pay Plan:
Seasonal

Position Number:

Salary: $15/hour

Posting Closing Date: 01/28/2026

Location:

5300 High Bridge Rd, Quincy, FL 32351

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.

Our values are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.

A high school diploma and two years of post high school experience in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological or related agriculture or construction is required. Vocational training or an Associate’s degree in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological or related agriculture or construction from an accredited school or college may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

• Experience with data collection
• Experience communicating with the public

• Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to operate boats, motors, and trailers.
• Must be proficient in operating boat/outboard motor, launching/retrieving, maneuvering, and towing trailers.
• Must acquire Florida boater safety training, CPR certification, and FWC boat & trailer training.
• Creel shifts are scheduled via random selection, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Shifts will be conducted 10 days a month. Each shift will be 5 hours, with the earliest shift being 7 am–12 pm and the latest shift 1 pm–6 pm.
• Job duration:
  January – June 2026.

Job duties include the monitoring of fishing effort of Lake Talquin. This position will interview anglers on the water while operating a boat, asking specific questions about their catch and harvest of freshwater fish species. This position is responsible for accurately recording detailed survey data. Surveys are conducted in sometimes inclement weather, including heat, cold, wind, and rain. The incumbent will be responsible for operating FWC vehicles and vehicles for FWC business only in a safe and law‑abiding manner.

This position is seasonal and temporary.

• Ability to trailer, launch, and safely operate boats up to 20 ft in length.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the public.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and appropriately represent the agency.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to safely operate vehicles.
• Ability to work in inclement weather.
• Attention to detail.

Eligible OPS positions provide opportunities to work as part of a team dedicated to the stewardship of Florida’s natural resources. You will gain hands‑on experience, professional development, and a sense of contributing to the public good.

• Top‑tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage with low deductibles and monthly out‑of‑pocket contributions.
• Health Premiums: $25.00 – Single / $90.00 – Family Biweekly.
• Low Cost Life Insurance: $25,000.
• OPS FICA Alternative Retirement Plan.
• On‑the‑Job Trainings.
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
• For a more complete list of benefits, visit

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

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center . Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act.