REGIONAL DIRECTOR-FWC - 77000014 *PENDING RECLASSIFICATION TO SES*

Requisition No: 880971 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: REGIONAL DIRECTOR-FWC - 77000014 *PENDING RECLASSIFICATION TO SES*

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 77000014 

Salary:  $85,000 - $95,000 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 09/16/2026 

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Northwest Regional Office 

Regional Director   - 77000014 

Annual Salary Range: $85,000-$95,000

3911 County Road 2321

Panama City, FL

Bay County

Contact:  Office of Human Resources, 850-488-6411

Northwest Regional Office 

Regional Director - 77000014

*Pending Reclassification to SES*

Panama City, FL

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

Description: 

The Regional Director serves as a member of the Commission Senior Leadership Team, consulting with and providing recommendations to the Executive Director in the formulation and implementation of Commission policies and programs. Additionally, the Regional Director provides Office of Executive Director oversight and coordination for the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Provides Office of Executive Director oversight and coordination for the region.

The development of program philosophy; formulation and execution of operational strategies; and implementation of agency priority issues in partnership with Division and Office Directors and Regional Operations Office.

Provides administrative review of agency programs, which include land acquisition; management restoration and research projects; information and education programs between the Commission and various public and private agencies and organizations at the local, regional, state and national levels.

Serves as a contact for agency constituents to resolve issues relating to Commission programs, policies, regulations and personnel.

Works with FWC Commissioners and their staff to resolve constituent issues; briefs them on Commission programs, policies and operational issues; arranges field trips and work days as appropriate; and consults with them as necessary to coordinate Commission activities.

Directs programs and supervises the regional personnel responsible for purchasing; office management and maintenance; property management; and human resource support.

The selected candidate must pass a background check.

Preferred Education and Training

A four-year college or university degree plus years of supervisory or administrative experience is preferred.

A four-year college degree in the natural sciences, biological sciences or natural resource law enforcement is preferred.

An advanced degree in natural sciences, biological sciences or natural resource law enforcement is also preferred.

Supervisory and administrative experience in natural resource management, natural resource research or natural resource law enforcement is also preferred.

Employment in this position is contingent upon results of a level 2 criminal history check, in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.

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.

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.