FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST III - 77073169

Requisition No: 864416 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST III - 77073169

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77073169 

Salary:  $1,730.77 biweekly + benefits 

Posting Closing Date: 11/03/2025 

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Position Number: 77073169

Position Title: Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist III

FTE Biweekly Rate of Pay: $1,730.77 + benefits

Supervisor: Danielle Gadzala

Supervisor contact information for inquiries Danielle.Gadzala@MyFWC.com

Broadband Code: 19-1023-03

Class Code: 5074

Position location: Northwest Regional Office, 3911 Highway 2321 Panama City, FL 32409

Region: Northwest

County: Bay County

Working hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm

List of any subordinates supervised: None

Residency Requirement: None 

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.

The Division of Habitat & Species Conservation is comprised of six Sections and two offices. This position works within the Wildlife Diversity Conservation Section (WDC) of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Division of Habitat and Species Conservation.

Minimum qualifications: A high school diploma and 6 years professional experience in a closely related biological field or laboratory program is required. A Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field can substitute for four of the 6 years of required experience. 

Preferred qualifications:

Preferred Bachelor of Science degree in wildlife biology, ecology, conservation, or a natural resource conservation field in a life or physical science, or 4 years of direct experience. This position requires strong abilities to work in a team environment as well as the ability to work independently. To be successful in this position requires strong skills in leadership, partnership development and maintenance, administration, and organization including time and information management. The ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and in promoting interpersonal relationships is a necessity in this position.  This position requires the use of computers for word processing, information management, and communications within shared working spaces such as SharePoint and Google Docs. Familiarity with ArcGIS is required, with the ability to create, edit, and analyze geospatial data and produce informative maps and reports. The person in position must be able to apply technical and scientific knowledge to the development and implementation of projects and issues; analyze, interpret, and explain complex technical issues regarding wildlife conservation activities; and interpret operational needs and develop integrated creative solutions. This position requires skill at time management and prioritization, the ability to elicit cooperation as necessary to achieve objectives and ensure proper completion of work assignments and program activities. This position requires moderately strenuous wildlife management and monitoring activities outdoors during hot, humid, and buggy conditions, sometimes during inclement weather. The ability to safely operate a variety of vehicles and equipment including GPS units, hand tools, power tools, 4WD vehicles, ATVs, trailers, and boats up to 19 feet is preferred.

Description of Duties:

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to implement the State Wildlife Action Plan.
• Maintain awareness of agency and regional wildlife conservation priorities and work with potential Project Investigators to identify and develop potential projects that address these priorities.
• Work within a team to develop priority projects through broad-based partner support that are designed to accomplish programmatic goals.
• Lead teams through a conservation planning and prioritization process by identifying appropriate partners, facilitating project development, and securing resources to achieve goals.
• Programmatic outreach through presentations, written communication including email, scientific and popular publication and website updates.
• Provide technical and other assistance for wildlife research and monitoring, conservation coordination, and management projects.
• Complete administrative duties such as vehicle reporting, purchase tracking, and travel forms in a timely manner.

How To Apply:

Application packets must be submitted through the State of Florida’s official employment site (https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/) and must include a cover letter and resume in addition to the state application. Application packets without a cover letter, resume and state application will not be considered for the position.

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.