FWC Job Announcement: FWRI #77000115, F/W Biological Scientist II (Freshwater Fisheries, Palm Bay)

FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST II - 77000115

Date: Nov 14, 2018

Location: PALM BAY, FL, US, 32909

 

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Requisition No: 45096 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)

Working Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST II - 77000115

Position Number: 77000115 

Salary:  $35,745 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 11/30/2018

 

Anticipated Vacancy

 

Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI)

Section: Freshwater Fisheries Research

No moving expenses provided. The pay rate is non-negotiable

 

Job Description

This position serves as a project biologist at the FWRI Freshwater Fisheries Research field office in Palm Bay, Florida. The primary focus of work is monitoring and research of sportfish, fish communities, recreational fisheries, and associated habitats in the upper St. Johns River watershed and other aquatic resources as needed. Study areas include river, lake, and impoundment habitats.

The incumbent will be expected to plan and conduct field sampling in support of a long-term fishery monitoring program and multidisciplinary research projects on important fishery resources in the upper St. Johns River basin. Duties in addition to field work will include analysis of quantitative and qualitative fisheries and habitat data, preparation of annual study reports as assigned, dissemination of study findings in public and professional settings, participation in preparation of publications for peer review journals, supervision of technicians as assigned, as well as basic equipment maintenance.

 

Minimum Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological sciences and at least one year of professional biological experience in a field or laboratory program; or a master’s degrees from an accredited college or university in one of the biological sciences.

Valid driver’s license.

 

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants that have majors in fisheries science or fish biology or professional experience in a fisheries field program may be given preference. Coursework in population dynamics and ecology is preferred.

 

Entry Level Knowledge, Skill(s), and Abilities

• Knowledge of methods and gears used to collect fish.
• Knowledge of basic principles of fisheries science.
• Knowledge of research study design
• Knowledge of basic data management and statistical analysis
• Skill in the use scientific laboratory and field equipment
• Skill in the use of personal computers and basic software programs such as the Microsoft Office package
• Able to trailer vessels up to 5000 lbs. and 21’ in length including launching and loading
• Able to safely operate outboard powers vessels to 21’ in length and 150 horsepower
• Able to safely operate airboats
• Able to effectively communicate scientific findings in written, verbal, and visual formats to stakeholders and to scientific peers
• Able to conduct fieldwork in all weather conditions
• Able to establish effective working relationships with coworkers and the public
• Must be physically fit: able to vertically lift at least 50 lbs, walk or stand for extended periods of time, and swim sufficiently to save oneself
• Able to participate in occasional overnight travel, evening and weekend work as required.
• Possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license within a month of employment

 

Where To Apply

Applicants are required to apply through People First by the closing date listed.  Resumes and supporting documentation may be submitted at the same time of application online.

 

If you experience technical difficulties during the application process or when attaching documents, call People First staffing at 1-877-562-7287. 

 

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

 

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

 

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

 

Nearest Major Market: Melbourne

 

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