Requisition No: 854278
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: OPS Biological Scientist I - 77907745
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 77907745
Salary: $19/hour
Posting Closing Date: 06/18/2025
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- $19 per hour
4 years professional experience in a closely-related biological field or laboratory program is required; or
Preferred Qualifications:
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
Conducting dockside interviews with recreational anglers to gather data on catch rates, effort, gear, and area fished;
Sampling fish dockside to collect accurate length and weight measurements and biological samples for age, growth, and reproduction;
Processing field and laboratory samples following standardized protocols;
Gathering detailed information on fish caught and release by recreational anglers;
Conducting data entry using tablets, personal computers, and database software;
Troubleshooting equipment and reviewing data for quality assurance;
Participating in public outreach efforts as appropriate; and
Performing other duties related to program and facility functions as requested by section supervisor.
This position requires the ability to work a flexible work schedule of 30-40 hours per week (variable by week) and will require working weekends (Friday- Sunday) and holidays. The position requires direct contact with the public and representatives of the fishing industry daily, and the qualified applicant will be expected to represent the Agency in a courteous and professional manner at all times. Applicants will be expected to work as part of a team and must also be able to work independently without supervision while adhering to specific deadlines and targets. The position will be based at the Indian River Field Laboratory in Melbourne, FL. This position requires frequent daytime travel throughout Brevard, Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin counties and will require travel to other regions of Florida as needed. The applicant must live in one of the counties mentioned. It may also require applicants to use their own vehicle to perform their job duties, with travel reimbursements available (at 44.5 cents/mile).
To learn more about the projects we are hiring for, visit: http://myfwc.com/research/saltwater/fishstats/recreational-fisheries/landings/ and https://myfwc.com/fishing/saltwater/recreational/state-reef-fish-survey/.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Fish morphology and identification of marine fishes to species;
Statistical survey sampling methods and data collection.
Ability to:
Communicate with the public effectively utilizing tact and diplomacy;
Gather, maintain and analyze data;
Maintain field sampling equipment;
Establish and preserve effective work relationships;
Operate a tablet and computer along with associated software, such as spreadsheets and word processing;
Think logically and apply problem-solving techniques;
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;
Multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines;
Act on changing priorities and responsibilities;
Work under adverse conditions;
Work weekends and holidays as needed.
- Eligible OPS positions and qualifying applicants may enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions.
For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/
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.
