OPS F&W Technician - 77907652
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. 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 and in a safe and law-abiding manner This position is seasonal and temporary.
Requirements
- 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.
- 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 safely and independently operating boat/outboard motor, launching/retrieving, maneuvering and holding position close to other boats, trailer towing and backing down boat ramp.
- Must acquire Florida boater safety training, CPR certification, 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 7am - 12pm and the latest shift being from 1pm - 6pm.
- Job duration: January – June 2026
- 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 agency
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to safely operate vehicles
- Ability to work in inclement weather
- Attention to detail
Nice To Haves
- Experience with data collection
- Experience communicating with the public
Responsibilities
- Monitoring of fishing effort of Lake Talquin
- Interview anglers on the water while operating a boat, asking specific questions about their catch and harvest of freshwater fish species
- Accurately recording detailed survey data
- Operating FWC vehicles and vehicles for FWC business only and in a safe and law-abiding manner
Benefits
- Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
- Low Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
- OPS FICA Alternative Retirement Plan
- On the Job Trainings
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
