Ops Biological Scientist Ii

OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST II Date: Apr 5, 2024 Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 826147 Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation CommissionWorking Title: OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST IIPay Plan: TempPosition Number: 77909017 Salary: $20 per hour, up to 40 hours per week, and partial benefits. Posting Closing Date: 04/21/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) OCCUPATION PROFILE JOB FAMILY: LIFE, PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCE OCCUPATIONAL GROUP: LIFE AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE OCCUPATION: FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS DESCRIPTION: FWC-Division of Marine Fisheries Management, Fisheries Services Section Position Number: 77909017 Title: OPS Fish & Wildlife Biological Scientist II Location: Tallahassee, Florida County: Leon Supervisor: Nicole Nichols Salary: $20 per hour, up to 40 hours per week, and partial benefits. Benefits: OPS employees working 32 or more hours per week may obtain health insurance coverage for $25 biweekly for Single Coverage or $90 biweekly for Family Coverage. Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/)Closing Date: April 21, 2024 Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history record check. Minimum Qualifications: Four years of professional experience directly related to the Description of Duties and Responsibilities provided herein may substitute for the Bachelor of Science degree. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Education, Biology (or a related biological field) and knowledge of marine ecology and saltwater fish. In addition to submitting a completed state application via People First and completing the qualifying questions, applicants arerequired to submit a current résuméhighlighting their qualifications and interest in the position. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: This exciting position provides saltwater angler engagement support for Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Division of Marine Fisheries Management – Outreach and Education Subsection. Primary duties include working with FWC’s saltwater angler recognition program, Catch a Florida Memory (CAFM), coordinating the Monofilament Recovery and Recycling Program (MRRP), and supporting other education and outreach programs and initiatives. Successful applicants will be proficient at photo identification of saltwater fish and shark species commonly targeted by anglers in Florida, have strong communication and organizational skills, experience in customer service, be knowledgeable of web-based programs, and have a positive attitude. RESPONSIBILITIES:

Review and approve CAFM participant photo submissions in a timely manner.

Provide excellent customer service to CAFM participants and other stakeholders.

Develop a masterful understanding of the CAFM program categories including Life List, Reel Big Fish, Grand Slams, and Triple Threat Club.

Become proficient in use of CAFM public-facing and staff-facing web applications.

Develop suggestions and possible solutions to improve processing and efficiency of CAFM.

Lead the coordination of the Monofilament Recovery and Recycling Program (MRRP).

Serve as the Outreach and Education representative in managing communications from the Division’s primary email.

Assist with outreach and educational events and initiatives, such as supporting the School Fishing Club Program, updating Outreach and Education webpages, and attending outreach events or conducting presentations.

All other duties as needed and directed by the supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Proficiency in photo identification of fish and sharks targeted by saltwater anglers in Florida.

Knowledge of personal computers and related software (Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, Excel, and Access).

Excellent communication and customer service skills (public speaking, electronic communications, and personal interactions).

Excellent organizational skills.

Knowledge of web-based programs and web programming

Knowledge of saltwater fishing (techniques, gear, regulations, and experience).

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of stakeholders and staff.

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.Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee