FISH & WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN - 77000223

State of Florida•Milton, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Wildlife and Habitat Management Section (WHM) of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Division of Habitat and Species Conservation. The FWC’s Northwest Region Wildlife and Habitat Management Section is seeking a motivated Fish and Wildlife Technician to assist the Lead Area Biologist in implementing management activities to manage wildlife populations, improve wildlife habitat, and provide public recreational opportunities on Escribano Point Wildlife Management Area (WMA) located in Santa Rosa County. This position is part of a highly productive team of biologists and cooperators that restore and enhance habitats for the benefit of a variety of species and for the enjoyment of Florida residents and visitors. The successful candidate will be a key team member responsible for all aspects of management of the WMA including applications of prescribed fire as well as mechanical and chemical vegetation control to manage habitats utilized by imperiled and locally important species such as the reticulated flatwoods salamander. This position assists in the construction and maintenance of public use infrastructure including roads, parking areas, kiosks, picnic facilities, trails, boat ramps, water control structures, fences, gates, and equipment maintenance/storage compound as needed. Other duties include assisting with the management of public recreational use programs and with wildlife disease surveillance. The incumbent will operate, maintain and repair area equipment and vehicles including trucks, tractors, ATVs/UTVs, heavy equipment and various implements (disc harrows, mowers, sprayers, etc.) and transport heavy equipment as needed. This position assists other wildlife management areas as directed and provides technical assistance to individuals, organizations, and other government agencies regarding wildlife and habitat management. The successful candidate will attend regional and divisional meetings as well as various training courses as needed. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Requirements

A high school diploma and 1year 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.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Must possess and maintain a valid minimum Class E State of Florida driver’s license.
Must be able to operate ATVs, tractors, heavy equipment, and tools.
Must obtain a State of Florida Class A Commercial Driver’s License within 270 days of appointment and maintain license thereafter.
Occasional overnight travel is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in farm tractor, skid steer, or other heavy equipment operations.
Successfully completed basic wildland firefighter training - S-130/190, I-180.
Has at least 2 years of direct, applied experience in management of Florida natural communities
Possesses and maintains a Class A CDL License
Knowledge and experience with the application of prescribed fire
Knowledge and experience with chemical and mechanical control of invasive exotic vegetation
Knowledge and experience in electrical, plumbing, welding, painting and carpentry
Ability to operate, maintain, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment, tractors, farm implements, ATVs, and outboard motors
Ability to work independently and in a variety of weather conditions.
Ability to plan and prioritize work assignments and multi-task
Ability to communicate effectively with external and internal customers
Familiar with outdoor recreational activities
Basic use of personal computers
Ability to frequently push, pull and/or carry more than 50 pounds

Responsibilities

Assist the Lead Area Biologist in implementing management activities to manage wildlife populations, improve wildlife habitat, and provide public recreational opportunities on Escribano Point Wildlife Management Area (WMA) located in Santa Rosa County.
Responsible for all aspects of management of the WMA including applications of prescribed fire as well as mechanical and chemical vegetation control to manage habitats utilized by imperiled and locally important species such as the reticulated flatwoods salamander.
Assist in the construction and maintenance of public use infrastructure including roads, parking areas, kiosks, picnic facilities, trails, boat ramps, water control structures, fences, gates, and equipment maintenance/storage compound as needed.
Assist with the management of public recreational use programs and with wildlife disease surveillance.
Operate, maintain and repair area equipment and vehicles including trucks, tractors, ATVs/UTVs, heavy equipment and various implements (disc harrows, mowers, sprayers, etc.) and transport heavy equipment as needed.
Assist other wildlife management areas as directed and provides technical assistance to individuals, organizations, and other government agencies regarding wildlife and habitat management.
Attend regional and divisional meetings as well as various training courses as needed.

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