FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST II - 77070458

Requisition No: 869744 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST II - 77070458

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77070458 

Salary:  $41,000 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 02/28/2026 

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FWC-FWRI Fisheries Dependent Monitoring

Biological Scientist II – Career Service Position with Benefits

$1,576.92 Biweekly, $41,000 Annually

100 8th Ave SE

St. Petersburg, FL

 Fisheries Dependent Monitoring

Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist II - CS 77070458

St. Petersburg, Florida - $41,000 Annually

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 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 and one year of professional biological experience in a field or laboratory program; or

A master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the biological sciences can substitute for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications: 
Preference may be given to candidates with:
Prior fisheries experience
Familiarity with commercial data processing 

Requirements:

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 & Level 2 background check at no cost to the candidate. 

Valid Driver’s License
 

Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday..

Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application, resume, and cover letter.  Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Perform data compilation, analyses, computerization for the processing of electronic Marine Fisheries Trip Tickets. Maintain and revise, as necessary, processing procedure manuals.

Prepare reports, summaries and/ or interpretations of fisheries catch and effort data in response to requests by state and federal fisheries managers, fisheries organizations, individual fishers and dealers, and the scientific community. Process landings requests from fishers and dealers for endorsements and other qualifications.

Assist with other research program data compilation, analyses, computerization, and other related work in the Fisheries Dependent Monitoring group as required (to include occasional field sampling and fish ID training).

Assist with other institute programs and activities as required. Participate in public outreach efforts, as appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of personal computer operations

Knowledge of database and spreadsheet software

Knowledge of statistical analysis

Knowledge of marine fish and invertebrates of Florida

Ability to communicate to the public effectively, with tact and diplomacy

Ability to write technical reports and prepare tables

Ability to gather, maintain and analyze data

Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments

Ability to maintain electronic records

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Why should I apply?

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 contributions. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement.  As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.

Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly

No Cost $25,000 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 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.

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.