Fisheries & Wildlife Bio Scientist II -
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Job Description
Requisition No:855168
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST II -
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number:
Salary: $40000 plus benefits
Posting Closing Date: 07/08/2025
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Agency:Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Section:Division of Freshwater Fisheries Management Blackwater Fisheries Center
Working Title:Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist II
Pay Plan:Career Service
Position Number:
Salary:Anticipated salary: $40000 annually plus benefits
Location: Blackwater Fisheries Center
8384 Fish Hatchery Rd.
Holt FL 32564
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:
- 5 years of professional experience in a closely related biological field or laboratory program is required.
- A bachelors degree with a major in biological or physical science can substitute for 4 years of professional experience.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Florida drivers license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference may be given to candidates with the following qualifications:
- A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in biological or physical science - preferably in the fisheries/aquaculture science field and two years of professional experience in an aquaculture setting; or
- A masters degree from an accredited college or university in biological or physical science preferably in the fisheries/aquaculture science field.
- Previous aquaculture experience in culturing and rearing fish intensively (indoor tanks) and extensively (outdoor ponds).
Requirements:
- Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate.
- Typical hours are from 7:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Central Standard Time Monday through Friday. Not eligible for Telework. This position requires periodic work time on weekends evenings and in excess of 8 hours/day. Occasional overnight travel may be required.
- Ability to work outdoors in the heat or cold and in water for extended periods to accomplish job duties.
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
FWC seeks a dynamic individual to work as a team member in a freshwater fish hatchery production setting at Blackwater Fisheries Center. Candidates should possess strong skills and documentable experience in two or more of the following fields: agriculture aquaculture fisheries science/management aquatic ecology natural resources management research hydrology entomology ichthyology limnology engineering basic statistics and population dynamics.
Daily activities will include assisting with all aspects of the intensive and extensive production of freshwater fish to meet variable annual goals including pond preparation management monitoring harvesting and stocking. Cleaning and maintaining intensive tanks and raceways. Coordination with hatchery and regional staff will be required. Job duties include routine equipment building and facilities maintenance.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of aquaculture and pond management
- Knowledge of basic water quality testing techniques and parameters for fish culture
- Knowledge of data analysis techniques relevant to aquaculture production
- Knowledge of project planning
- Skill in writing (both technical and popular articles)
- Possess good customer service telephone and data management skills
- Ability to professionally explain Project Division and Agency programs policies and procedures to the public and other stakeholders
- Ability to lift and move 60 lbs.
Why should I apply
If you are looking to work closely with a dedicated team to carry out fish culture practices and are a self-motivated person who thinks innovatively and is passionate about fish culture and production for the benefit of conservation this position is for you. Blackwater Fisheries Center is located in Santa Rosa County FL. in a rural area within the beautiful Blackwater State Forest with numerous nearby recreational opportunities and close proximity to Crestview Milton and Pensacola FL.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
State of Florida employees 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 employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement.
- Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
- No Cost $25000 Life Insurance
- Nine Paid State Holidays One Personal Holiday per year
- 4 hours Annual Leave and 4 hours Sick Leave accrued Biweekly
- Retirement Plan Options
- State University and College Tuition Waiver Program
- On the Job Trainings
- Support for family planning including paid maternity leave adoption benefits Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP) and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.
- Paid administrative leave for mentoring volunteering voting and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.
For a more complete list of benefits visit 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-). 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 Statutescandidates 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 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.
Employment Type
Commission
