OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST IV - 77901074

Requisition No: 828106 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST IV - 77901074

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 77901074 

Salary:  $37,440.00-$45,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 05/09/2024 

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OCCUPATION PROFILE

JOB FAMILY:  LIFE, PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCE

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP:  LIFE AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE

OCCUPATION:  FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS

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DESCRIPTION:

FWC-Division of Marine Fisheries Management, Fisheries Services Section

Position Number:  77901074

Title:                       OPS Biological Scientist IV, Lionfish Outreach Coordinator

Location:                 Tallahassee

County:                  Leon

Supervisor:            Daniel Ellinor

Salary:                    $18-$20/hour

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history record check to be completed prior to or within the first thirty days of employment.

Working Hours:          Up to 40 hours per week with schedule variations based on season and workload. Some overtime and travel required.

Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
State of Florida OPS employees 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. OPS employees also enjoy the ability to participate in the FICA Alternative Retirement Savings Plan.

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

Low-Cost Life Insurance

For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

A bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, communications, marine science, or a closely related field, and two years of professional experience is preferred. 

Four years of professional experience related to the duties and responsibilities provided herein may substitute for the required bachelor’s degree.

A valid driver’s license is required.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Administration of lionfish outreach and educational and programs within the FWC, Division of Marine Fisheries Management.
• Represent FWC at lionfish derbies, festivals, and conferences throughout Florida.
• Lead the coordination and administration of ongoing lionfish removal incentive programs. 
• Develop and implement innovative communication strategies to promote FWC lionfish programs and increase public participation.
• Collaborate with information technology staff to maintain and improve the FWC lionfish web pages.
• Assist with new and ongoing lionfish research projects.
• Maintain social media outlets and promote FWC lionfish programs.

EXAMPLES OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong marketing and advertising skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be self-directed and outgoing with the ability to work professionally with coworkers and the public.
• Ability to communicateS effectively and in a courteous manner with a diverse range of people in person, on the phone and through video conferencing.
• Experience using various social media platforms.
• Must be willing and able to travel around the state for various events, workshops, and outreach activities.
• Must be willing and able to work weekends and other periods outside of a typical work week.
• Knowledge of personal computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience using Adobe Illustrator, In-design, and photoshop preferred.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workloads.
• Ability to think critically and collaborate with others.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver’s license 
• Open water SCUBA certification from a nationally recognized agency.

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.