Requisition No: 851912
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST I - F - 77900855
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 77900855
Salary: $19 per hour
Posting Closing Date: 05/11/2025
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FWC/Fish & Wildlife Research Institute
Biological Scientist I - OPS Position
$19-$20/Hour, depending on experience
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Marine Fisheries Research/Fisheries Dependent Monitoring
Biologial Scientist I - OPS 77900855
St. Petersburg, FL $19-$20/Hour, depending on experience
Our organization:
The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.
Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.
Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
4 years professional experience in a closely-related biological field or laboratory program is required.
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological sciences can substitute for the required experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prefernce may be given to candidates with a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or univeristy with a major in one of the biological sciences.
Preference may be given to candidates with knowledge of fish biology and fisheries-dependent data collection or experience with SAS or similar statistical software.
Requirements:
Employment in this position is contingent upon a successful Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate prior to hire.
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
This is an OPS position, located in St. Petersburg, which supports Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) scientists within the Fishery Dependent Monitoring subsection. The position requires processing and cataloguing biological samples collected from recreational and commercial fisheries and assisting with data entry and QA/QC to ensure data quality.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of Marine Fish identification.
Experience with data entry software and Microsoft Office programs.
Ability to assess data accuracy and perform quality control checks.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team with minimum supervision.
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to apply problem-solving techniques.
Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
Why should I apply?
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
*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. .
Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
Low Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
OPS FICA Alternative Retirement Plan
On the Job Trainings
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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.
