BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST III
Major: Wildlife | State: Florida | Job Type: Full Time | Date Posted: April 20, 2008
Employer: Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
Description:Working Title:
OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST III
Broadband/Class Level:
FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS - Level 3
Broadband/Class Code:
19-1023-03
Pay Grade/Pay Band:
BB009
Position Number:
77901764
Closing Date:
4/29/2008
Location:
WEST PALM BEACH
County:
Palm Beach County
Annual Salary Range:
$19.00 an hour
Announcement Type:
Open Competitive
Facility:
DESCRIPTION:
OCCUPATION PROFILE
JOB FAMILY: LIFE, PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCE
OCCUPATIONAL GROUP: LIFE AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE
OCCUPATION: FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS
19-1023
ONLY ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED
SALARY $19.00 AN HOUR
OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST III --NO BENEFITS
DESCRIPTION
Position Number: 77901764
Address 8535 Northlake Boulevard, West Palm Beach
Supervisor: Ricardo Zambrano
Contact Persons: Ricardo Zambrano
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
8535 Northlake Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33412
Email: Ricardo. Zambrano@MyFWC.com
Description of Duties: The person in this position: Serves as the
Wildlife Assistance Biologist for the South Region, in the Species
Conservation Planning Section. Plans, organizes, and coordinates
programs to manage or avert conflicts between humans and wildlife in
Florida's 10-county South Region. Provides technical assistance over
the phone and in writing to the public, both to individuals and
organizations, as well as Commission staff and other agencies primarily
regarding resolution or abatement of nuisance wildlife events. Reviews
or coordinates the review and issuance of some permits. Inputs and
manages data and/or databases associated with these projects as
necessary. Provides administrative support for these activities as
necessary. Assists in conducting other activities as assigned. NOTE:
You are encouraged to also apply for equivalent positions being
advertised in Marion County (Position #77909044), and in Columbia County
(Position #77902408), for which we will interview and fill based on the
pool of applicants received.
Broadband Code: 19-1023-03
Class Code: 5074
Region: South
Class Title: OPS Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist III
County: Palm Beach
Working Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm
List of Subordinates Supervised: None
Residency Requirement: None
Pay Rate: $19.00/hr
Benefits: As an OPS position this position does not include career
service benefits (e.g., paid leave, holidays or defined benefit
retirement plan).
Level of Education: B.S. degree in the biological sciences. Prefer:
A degree in wildlife science or related discipline; 1 year of
professional biological experience; organizational experience;
experience using MS Office.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
A Bachelor's degree with a major in wildlife science, ecology, natural
resources, or similar discipline preferred, but applicants with other
degrees and coursework in biology will be considered. Preference will
be given to those with applied knowledge and experience in animal damage
control techniques and those who hold post-graduate degrees with similar
experience. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in
writing. Skilled in the use of computers for word processing,
information management, and communications. Good organizational,
customer service, and problem solving skills preferred. Experience
providing technical assistance to the public preferred. Ability to work
flexible hours, including some evenings or weekends. Good abilities to
work well with minimal supervision and establish and maintain effective
working relationships.
Certain veterans and spouses of veterans receive preference in
employment by the state as provided by Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,
and are encouraged to apply.
FWC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer. If you
require an accommodation to participate in the application / selection
process, please contact the hiring authority n advance.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
EFFECTIVE: 09/09/02
History: 07/01/02
Requirements:
Closest Major City
West Palm Beach
Occupation
BIOLOGICAL SCIENTISTS, ALL OTHER
Education
Bachelors (or equivalent work experience)
Job Type
Full Time
Region/County
Palm Beach County
Years of Experience
1-3 years
Percent of Travel
1-25%
Introduction
F. Simone Johnson
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
620 South Meridian Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1600
Phone (850) 488-3831
Fax (850) 921-7793 S/C 291-7793
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Location: WEST PALM BEACH
Qualifications:
Misc:
Documents:
Address: Contact Persons: Ricardo Zambrano
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
8535 Northlake Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33412
Email: Ricardo. Zambrano@MyFWC.com
F. Simone Johnson
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
620 South Meridian Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1600
Phone (850) 488-3831
Fax (850) 921-7793 S/C 291-7793
You may leave the list at any time by sending a "SIGNOFF FWCJOBANNOUNCE-L" command to LISTSERV@LISTSERV.MYFWC.COM
You may change your address at any time by sending a "CHANGE FWCJOBANNOUNCE-L newaddr" command to LISTSERV@LISTSERV.MYFWC.COM
Online applications may be submitted through People First at https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com
Salary:
Benefits:
Deadline: April 29, 2008