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State of Florida · 3 days ago

OPS Fish & Wildlife Technician - 77909075

Daytona Beach, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$16.83/hr - $16.83/hr

1+ years exp

The State of Florida's Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking an OPS Fish & Wildlife Technician for a seasonal position. The role involves assisting biologists with wildlife surveys, data collection, and management practices to protect seabird and shorebird populations in the Northeast region of Florida.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Assist FWC biologists and partners in surveying nesting seabird and shorebird populations following monitoring protocols outlined in the Florida Shorebird Database (http://flshorebirddatabase.org). Surveys may also be required to be conducted independently

Collect related data on nest success and productivity

Collect information on predation (e.g., via track observation, remote camera deployment and data analysis)

Enter data into the Florida Shorebird Database

Assist with posting regulatory signage for management at Critical Wildlife Areas and other priority shorebird nesting sites

Maintain signs that are posted around nesting sites throughout the season, especially immediately following storms or other disturbance events. This work often requires effective coordination with managers of the sites where posting is being conducted

Construct and maintain decoys and electric fencing at a social attraction site

Perform other related and necessary work as required

Responsible for maintaining posted signs to ensure areas are continuously protected

Approach beachgoers in a positive and friendly manner to effectively inform the public about beach-nesting birds and reasons why areas are posted, especially during times of high beach usage, such as Memorial and Independence Day weekends

Report violations to law enforcement as needed

Qualification

Wildlife management experienceData management skillsBird identification skillsEcology knowledgeComputer proficiencyCommunication skillsIndependenceTeamworkFlexibility

Required

A high school diploma and 1 year of post-high school experience in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological or related agriculture or construction is required

Vocational training or an associate's degree in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological or related agriculture or construction from an accredited school or college may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check

Eligible candidates must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License

Preferred

Experience working for a natural resource management agency preferred

Must have strong sea- and shorebird identification skills and strong data management skills

Experience working on the ecology, conservation, or management of seabird or shorebird populations, or other non-game wildlife species preferred

Must have good abilities to communicate and work effectively with others

Ability to use computers efficiently is required

Must possess a valid Driver's License and be able to drive a 4x4 pick-up truck and ATV

Must have a highly flexible work schedule (including weekend availability) and be able to work effectively with little direct supervision, in remote locations, and under hot and humid weather conditions