Seasonal OPS Fish & Wildlife Technician - 77901338 1
About The Position
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, Freshwater Fisheries Research, is hiring seasonal, part-time technicians for a 20-week roving creel survey on Lake Monroe in Volusia County. The work runs from November 2026 through May 30, 2027, and averages approximately 20 hours per week. The position pays $15 per hour and is based in DeLeon Springs, Florida. Technicians interview anglers about their catch and harvest of freshwater fish and accurately record survey data while operating a boat independently and safely. They use FWC equipment, including trucks, trailers, and motorboats, solely for agency business and in a safe, lawful manner. Surveys take place in varied weather, including hot, cold, windy, and rainy conditions, unless conditions are dangerous; appropriate protective and safety gear is furnished. There may also be occasional opportunities to assist biologists with field sampling and laboratory work. The position is expected to work weekdays and weekend days and includes other duties as assigned. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate. The position is not eligible for telework. Applicants’ responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable from their application profile or resume, and information about employment gaps should be provided.
Requirements
- High school diploma and two years of post-high-school experience in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological, or related agriculture or construction; vocational training or an associate degree in a related field from an accredited school or college may substitute year for year for the required experience.
- Valid Florida driver’s license.
- Knowledge of common freshwater fishes.
- Skill in boat and outboard motor operation and trailer towing with a ½-ton truck.
- Ability to communicate effectively with the public and supervisors.
- Knowledge of sampling techniques for fish, aquatic habitat, and/or water quality.
- Ability to understand and follow technical instructions relating to sampling and evaluation of fish populations and aquatic habitats.
- Satisfactory Level 1 background check.
- Must be able to work in varied weather conditions, including hot, cold, windy, and rainy conditions, when conditions are not dangerous.
Nice To Haves
- Experience operating boats and trailering.
- Coursework in fisheries, wildlife, environmental, ecological, or a related field.
- Experience sampling freshwater fish and/or aquatic ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Interview anglers on Lake Monroe about their catch and harvest of freshwater fish species.
- Accurately record detailed survey data while operating a boat independently and safely.
- Operate FWC trucks, trailers, and motorboats for FWC business in a safe and law-abiding manner.
- Conduct surveys in varied weather conditions when conditions are not dangerous.
- Occasionally assist biologists with field sampling and laboratory work.
- Work weekdays and weekend days.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Eligible OPS positions and qualifying applicants may receive comprehensive health coverage, with stated biweekly premiums of $25 for single coverage and $90 for family coverage.
- Low-cost $25,000 life insurance.
- OPS FICA Alternative Retirement Plan.
- On-the-job training.
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
