Ops Fish & Wildlife Technician - 77902483

State of Florida • Gainesville, FL

9d • Onsite

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.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years old.
• Must have valid State of Florida driver’s license.
• High school diploma, or equivalent, is required.
• Two years of post-high school education in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological, or agricultural programs are required.
• Must have passed, or pass upon hiring, an approved boater safety course.
• In addition to submitting a completed state application via People First, applicants are required to submit a current resume and cover letter highlighting their qualifications and interest in the position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating motorboats and trailering.
• Coursework in fisheries, wildlife, ecological, or related field.
• Experience sampling freshwater fish and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with freshwater fishery monitoring and management activities including, but not limited to: conducting a creel survey, boat electrofishing, data entry, equipment maintenance, outreach events, transporting fish, and various research projects.
• The creel survey will consist of interviewing anglers by asking specific questions about their catch and harvest of freshwater fish species, accurately recording detailed survey data while operating a boat independently and safely.
• Incumbent will be responsible for operating FWC equipment (ex. trucks, trailers and motorboats) for FWC business only and in a safe and law-abiding manner.
• Field work will be conducted in all-weather types including hot, cold, windy, and/or rainy conditions as long as conditions are not dangerous.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions.
• 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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED