FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST II - 77072937

State of Florida • De Leon Springs, FL

425d • $40,000 - $40,000

About The Position

The Fisheries & Wildlife Bio Scientist II position at the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission involves planning, directing, and participating in freshwater fish population and community monitoring. The role focuses on data collection, analysis, and reporting related to fish populations in the Middle St. Johns River Basin and surrounding areas. The position also includes supervising OPS personnel and assisting in various research studies related to fish biology and ecology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences and one year of professional biological experience, or a master's degree in biological sciences.
• Knowledge of biological sciences and research techniques related to freshwater fishes.
• Skill in using scientific laboratory and field equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science degree in Fisheries/Aquatic Sciences.
• Experience sampling fish, habitat, and water quality in freshwater ecosystems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, R and R Studio, and/or ArcGIS.
• Experience extracting, processing, and aging otoliths.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and participate in freshwater fish population and community monitoring.
• Conduct sportfish monitoring, fish community monitoring, and seasonal creel surveys.
• Collect data for fish length frequency, age and growth, and other population parameters.
• Analyze data and develop models for research findings.
• Prepare annual reports and oral presentations of findings.
• Assist in developing and executing field activities for research studies.
• Measure physical and chemical water parameters and assess aquatic habitats.
• Supervise OPS personnel, including recruitment, training, and performance reviews.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage with low deductibles and contributions.
• Option to select between FRS Pension Plan and FRS Investment Plan for retirement.
• Tuition waiver program for state university and community college systems.
• Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, and voting.
• Paid maternity leave and adoption benefits.
• Nine paid state holidays and one personal holiday per year.
• 4 hours of annual leave and 4 hours of sick leave accrued biweekly.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree