OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37979309

State of Florida • FL

83d • $15 - $22

About The Position

This position is located in Key Largo, Florida, and is a seasonal OPS position with insurance available through participation in State Group Insurance. The role involves working as an OPS Invasive/Non-native Plant and Wildlife Technician at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park. The technician will travel to other state parks in the Florida Keys to assist in job-related tasks. The applicant must be willing and able to work outdoors in various conditions, which are often very hot, humid, and buggy. The technician will interact professionally with the public and partners, providing accurate information concerning wildlife, area conditions, rules, and regulations. The position requires participation in FPS District 5 and Florida Key Invasive Exotic Task Force workdays.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of the Florida Keys’ invasive exotic animal and plant species.
• Experience applying herbicide to invasive plants.
• Experience conducting wildlife surveys.
• Basic GPS and GIS skills.
• Basic use of personal computers.
• Ability to work independently and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to frequently push, pull and/or carry more than 40 pounds.
• Ability to work 40 hours a week with a variable schedule, including irregular start/end times.

Responsibilities

• 75% outside field work non-native plant removal, including monitoring and removal of invasive, non-native animal and plant species.
• Special focus on the control of cats and Burmese python, as well as other non-native reptile species.
• Identification and removal of exotic plants, which will include removal by hand and the use of herbicides.
• 10% maintenance of equipment used in the field daily.
• 10% office work, which may require some survey and assessment work.
• 5% performs related work as required.

Benefits

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements).
• Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b).
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan).
• Flexible Spending Accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees