OPS Fish & Wildlife Technician - 77902449

State of Florida • Quincy, FL

399d • $37,440 - $37,918

About The Position

The OPS Fish & Wildlife Technician position at the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission focuses on maintaining and improving public access opportunities on FWC-managed areas. This role involves outdoor work, hands-on maintenance, and collaboration with local recreation groups to enhance outdoor recreation experiences while supporting the agency's mission of managing fish and wildlife resources.

Requirements

• Ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions and physical labor using assorted hand, power, and gasoline tools.
• Ability to maintain all equipment in safe, usable condition.
• Ability to operate ATVs, 4x4 vehicles, paddlecraft, and small powerboats.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals of varying backgrounds.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in remote areas under inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret maps and charts, and use a compass and GPS.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with prescribed fire activities (not required).

Responsibilities

• Monitor, assess, clean, maintain, and repair public access infrastructure such as signs, trails, kiosks, boardwalks, and wildlife observation platforms.
• Conduct general handyman work.
• Develop relationships with local recreation groups including hiking, biking, horseback riding, paddling, fishing, and hunting.
• Propose new public access opportunities for potential implementation.
• Provide assistance to FWC-managed area staff on various projects.
• Clear, mark, and maintain recreational trails.
• Monitor recreational use and its impacts.
• Construct amenities such as camping platforms and benches.
• Conduct monitoring of trails and facilities to ensure they meet agency and state requirements.
• Participate in outreach programs, interacting with users and attending user group meetings.

Benefits

• Hourly pay of $18.23
• Opportunity to work outdoors
• Training opportunities in wildlife management and public access services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed