F & W BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST III - 77072742

Requisition No: 862183 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: F & W BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST III - 77072742

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77072742 

Salary:  $45,000 - $48,000 Annually/ $1730.77 - $1846.15 biweekly 

Posting Closing Date: 10/14/2025 

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FWC Division of Marine Fisheries Management

Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist III – Career Service Position with Benefits

$1730.77 - $1846.15 Biweekly, $45,000 - $48,000 Annually

1875 E. Orange Ave

Tallahassee, FL 32311

FWC – Division of Marine Fisheries Management

Analysis and Rulemaking Section

Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist III - CS 77072742

Tallahassee, Florida - $45,000 - $48,000 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. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com

Minimum Qualifications:

Six years of professional experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities provided herein.

A post-secondary degree(s) in life or physical science may substitute for the required experience as follows:

• Bachelor of Science degree and two years of direct professional experience.

or

• A Master of Science degree and a minimum of one year of direct professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Preference may be given to candidates with a Master of Science degree and one year of professional experience.

Requirements:

• Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. 
• Working hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
• Some travel is required and may include weeknights, weekends and holidays.
• Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume.  Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.
• Computer proficiency to include skills in Microsoft software including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This position serves as the Division Historian and will maintain and research historical rulemaking records to inform rulemaking and management decisions. Additionally, the successful candidate will assist in the development of technical papers and presentations on Florida’s fisheries to support the Commission’s rulemaking process. This position is also the Division’s representative in the northwest Florida region and will build relationships with stakeholders in the region and support the regional director as needed.

The Commission expects its employees to be courteous and respectful while assisting Commission customers and stakeholders, ensuring each encounter is as positive as possible.  Employees should promptly resolve questions or problems relating to the Commission, its programs and/or fish and wildlife resources.  Employees should seek to gain public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida’s citizens in a positive and proactive manner and by listening to what the customer wants and striving to meet their needs.  When appropriate, employees will explain the reasons for agency actions or decisions while communicating a consistent FWC point-of-view.

• Work at FWC is cross-functional meaning duties may cross division/office lines.  The Commission expects employees to function across FWC’s organizational structure by providing their skills and expertise wherever needed through work on teams or as directed.
• Support the Section Leader in the development and monitoring of the division’s Annual Workplan, including tracking emerging issues.
• Participates in the rulemaking process to help the Commission build a record in support of their decisions. 
• Drafts supporting documents in coordination with legal staff. 
• Maintain the Division’s Record of Decision for rule and policy development as it occurs, including for Executive Orders.
• Works with senior staff in the development of technical papers and presentations on management of various Florida marine fisheries to guide and support the Commission’s rulemaking process.
• Prepare and maintain rulemaking history documents for major fish and invertebrate species by compiling management history from the records of Commission rulemaking and supplementing that record with relevant biological, social, and economic information. 
• Research, synthesize, and manage historical regulatory information to inform ongoing and future rulemaking and management decisions in support of agency staff.
• Manage the Division’s historical records in hard copy files, electronic records, and Laserfiche. Assists Division staff members with Laserfiche as needed.
• Edit Commission meeting minutes as needed.
• Represent the Division in the Northwest Region by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with marine fisheries stakeholders. Also coordinate with and brief the Regional Director on northwest Florida and statewide marine fisheries issues and stakeholder concerns.
• Is knowledgeable about and, as needed, coordinates and assists in Division of Marine Fisheries Management outreach events in Northwest Florida.
• Work with senior staff to coordinate with commercial and recreational fishers and other stakeholders to support the Commission’s management process.
• Communicate and coordinate with division outreach staff on pre- and post-Commission meeting changes and any standardized responses for dissemination via website, phone calls, emails, outreach events, and other forums.
• Assist with coordinating and conducting public workshops and other information-gathering meetings on issues relating to Florida’s marine fisheries.
• Assist the Division’s Special Projects coordinator with response to public record requests.
• Work with the Division’s Public Information Specialist to provide content for FWC’s public marine fisheries websites and maintain/manage the Division SharePoint site
• Provides support to Section Leader, Deputy, and Division Director on special assignments as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of general biological principles and knowledge of marine fisheries management issues and topics.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to use good judgment in decision-making and planning skills.
• Ability to synthesize highly technical information for public dissemination.
• Ability to understand, evaluate, analyze and organize marine resource (especially fisheries) information into a logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials and for coherent presentations to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and complete work assignments.
• Ability to conduct fact finding research and utilize problem solving techniques.
• Ability to review and interpret fisheries regulations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of people.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Must be willing and able to travel and work overtime hours, including some weekends, weeknights, and holidays. 
• Knowledge of Microsoft software including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Teams.

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.