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Freshwater Macroinvertebrate Laboratory Technician (OPS Fish/Wildlife Technician)

Date: Oct 15, 2025

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Requisition No: 862883

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: Freshwater Macroinvertebrate Laboratory Technician (OPS Fish/Wildlife Technician)

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 77907284

Salary: $16 per hour

Posting Closing Date: 11/01/2025

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FWC Freshwater Fisheries Research Office

Fish and Wildlife Technician– OPS Position

$16 per hour

7386 NW 71st St.

Gainesville, FL

Freshwater Fisheries Research Office

Fish and Wildlife Technician - OPS 77907284

Gainesville, Florida - $16 per hour

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

A highschool diploma and two years 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 acreddited school or college may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Computer proficiency to include Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference may be given to candidates with experience identifying freshwater invertebrates.

Requirements:

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate.

Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Not to exceed 24 hours per week. Not eligible for Telework.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be responsible for laboratory processing of freshwater invertebrate samples collected from lakes, ponds, streams, and spring systems. Main duties encompass slide mounting of certain groups of aquatic invertebrates for identification, including Oligochaeta, Chironomidae, and Ceratopogonidae. Other duties include data entry, management of freshwater invertebrate databases and vouchered collections, assisting supervisor with production of reports, scientific publications, posters, and presentations, maintenance of laboratory equipment including meters, scales, analytical balances, ovens, and microscopes. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work independently and in a research team environment.

Knowledge of taxonomic literature and techniques used to identify major groups of freshwater invertebrates.

Ability to write legibly and record data accurately.

Ability to complete assigned tasks on, or before, deadlines.

Ability to operate a computer with a Windows operating system.

Ability to use Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point.

Ability to curate collections of freshwater invertebrates, including production of legible handwritten notes and labels for specimens.

Ability to enter recorded data into Excel spreadsheets.

Ability to manage Excel databases.

Why should I apply?

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

*Eligible OPS positions and qualifying applicants 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. .

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

Low Cost $25,000 Life Insurance

OPS FICA Alternative Retirement Plan

On the Job Trainings

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

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.

Location:

GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32653

Nearest Major Market:Gainesville