FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST II - 77000252

State of Florida • Punta Gorda, FL

14d • Onsite

About The Position

An exciting opportunity exists for an entry-level Fish and Wildlife Biologist to join a team of employees within FWC’s Wildlife and Habitat Management Section in managing a lead Wildlife Management Area (WMA). FWC’s Southwest Region is seeking a motivated applicant that is willing and able to work outdoors in a variety of conditions throughout the year in fulfillment of their job responsibilities. Primary responsibilities include assisting in the development and implementation of management programs for Babcock-Webb WMA. This position will participate in the prescribed burn program on the WMA. Job duties also include public hunt management, biological data collection, wildlife surveys, invasive non-native plant control, and other various habitat management techniques. This position also assists with coordination of the development and periodic revision of long-range, comprehensive management plans, annual work plans, budget proposals, area regulations, and reports. The incumbent will also be working with other staff throughout the region to enhance wildlife habitat and promote compatible recreational use for the general public.

Requirements

• A high school diploma and 5 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 4 years of experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work well with team members and members of the public.
• Knowledge of wildlife ecology, game management, wildlife and habitat surveying and inventory
• Knowledge and experience with the application of prescribed fire
• Knowledge and experience with the chemical and/or mechanical control of vegetation
• Ability to identify common and imperiled species
• Ability to write technical reports
• Ability to operate outdoors under inclement weather conditions
• Ability to work productively unsupervised
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with cooperators, coworkers, and constituents
• Skilled in use of Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, etc.)

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the development and implementation of management programs for Babcock-Webb WMA.
• Participate in the prescribed burn program on the WMA.
• Public hunt management
• Biological data collection
• Wildlife surveys
• Invasive non-native plant control
• Various habitat management techniques
• Coordination of the development and periodic revision of long-range, comprehensive management plans, annual work plans, budget proposals, area regulations, and reports.
• Working with other staff throughout the region to enhance wildlife habitat and promote compatible recreational use for the general public.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees