Job Description

Requisition No: 843057 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST IV - 77073259

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77073259 

Salary: $1,923.08 biweekly + benefits 

Posting Closing Date: 01/07/2025 

Total Compensation Estimator 

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

FWC Mission Statement: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Title: FTE Fisheries and Wildlife Biologist IV

Working Title: Nonnative Fish and Wildlife Permitting Coordinator

Salary: $1,923.08 biweekly + benefits

Position number: 77073259

Broadband/Class Code: 19-1023-04/5075

Level of Education: A Bachelor’s degree in life or physical sciences is preferred.

Region : Northwest

County: Leon

Working hours: 40hrs/week 8-5, M-F, occasional nights and weekend required. Overnight travel may be required.

List of any subordinates supervised: Minimum of 3 OPS staff members.

Residency requirement: None

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Division: Habitat and Species Conservation

Section: Wildlife Impact Management

Sub-section: Nonnative Fish and Wildlife Program

Address :  Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission,  Wildlife Impact Management Section, 620 South Meridian Street,  Tallahassee, FL 32399

Supervisor: Nonnative Fish and Wildlife Program Coordinator

Minimum Qualifications: Prefer a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the biological sciences and at least three years of professional biological experience; or

A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the biological sciences and two years of professional experience; or

A doctorate from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the biological sciences.

A valid driver’s license required. 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 expressing their interest in the position.

Cover letters and resumes should be uploaded to the People First System.

Applications without a cover letter and resume are deemed incomplete and will not be considered .

Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist IV Duties

The Nonnative Fish and Wildlife Program within the Wildlife Impact Management Section of the FWC’s Division of Habitat and Species Conservation is seeking an energetic and motivated candidate to serve as the Nonnative Fish and Wildlife Permitting Coordinator. The incumbent will be primarily responsible for oversight of all permitting activities related to Prohibited, Conditional, and nonnative fish and wildlife species in the state of Florida. This program provides statewide leadership, including monitoring of new species introductions, assessing nonnative species impacts, providing leadership on nonnative fish and wildlife management and research, developing and implementing policies and regulation, and coordination with partners and stakeholders on nonnative fish and wildlife issues. This position will have the opportunity to work on challenging nonnative species issues as part of a dedicated and collaborative team.

The mission of the Wildlife Impact Management Section is to minimize adverse impacts of fish and wildlife on Florida’s environment, economy, and human health and safety.

Primary duties will include:

• • Supervising 3 OPS Nonnative Fish and Wildlife Permitting Specialists and ensuring all aspects of permits issued or denied are in accordance with FWC rules and policy and all applicable Florida Statutes;
• Monitoring workload of the permitting team and develop solutions to streamline processes;
• Managing nonnative species permitting SharePoint and other databases related to permitting;
• Serving as a subject matter expert for nonnative fish and wildlife regulations and permitting requirements;
• Assisting in the development of FWC policy on nonnative fish and wildlife species;
• Serving on multiple agency teams, helping lead agency teams, or serving on interagency work groups;
• Writing quarterly and annual reports related to permitting in a timely manner;
  • Working closely and effectively with internal and external stakeholders, such as the FWC’s Division of Law Enforcement’s Captive Wildlife Program, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, industry and exhibition representatives, and other state and federal agencies on permitting-related issues;
  • Working with partner agencies and appropriate agency staff to implement any necessary training and education;
  • Serving on multiple agency teams, helping lead agency teams, or serving on interagency work groups.

Additional duties will include:

• Conducting other activities and tasks as necessary to support other staff ;
• Responding to other wildlife conflict issues as needed.

The incumbent is also responsible for other miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor.

In carrying out duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware and abide by the Commission's standards of conduct, as well as any and all Commission rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.

Responsible for the timely and accurate processing and/or approval, as appropriate, of vendor invoices and warrants for payment of goods received or services rendered to avoid automatic interest penalty payments to said vendors.

Responsible for adhering to the provisions and requirements for Section 215.422.F.S., related State Comptroller's rules and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures.

Courteously assists Commission constituents to resolve questions or problems they may have in matters relating to the Commission, its programs or fish and wildlife conservation generally. Seeks to garner public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida's citizens in a positive and proactive manner.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and is able to work well with team members and members of the public;

• Ability to work well in a fast-paced work climate, and able to adhere to regulatory time constraints;
• Knowledge of wildlife science and ecology;
• Familiarity with nonnative fish and wildlife species issues;
• Experience working with members of the public or stakeholder representatives;
• Demonstrated skill in excellent customer service;
• Technical writing ability; and
• Public speaking.

Desired qualifications include:

• Demonstrated working knowledge and experience in permitting processes;
• Supervisory experience;
• Demonstrated leadership abilities;
• The ability to positively and effectively communicate with stakeholders and coworkers;
• Ability and desire to be open-minded while working within a team of biologists to develop long-term solutions to nonnative fish and wildlife management challenges;
• Ability to multi-task as well as work alone when needed;
• Knowledge of Florida plant/animal communities;
• Computer experience (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint); and
• The ability to travel less than 25%.

In addition to submitting an electronic State of Florida employment application and completing the qualifying questions, please attach a cover letter. This letter should at a minimum explain your interest in the position and the organization and identify your most relevant skills or experiences.

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. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. 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. 

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