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FISH & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST III - 77072917

Date: Dec 19, 2025

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Requisition No: 867250

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: FISH & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST III - 77072917

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77072917

Salary: AGENCY TO UPDATE

Posting Closing Date: 01/05/2026

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FWC Division of Marine Fisheries Management

Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist III– Career Service Position with Benefits

$1730.77 - $1846.15 Biweekly, $45,000 - $48,000 Annually

1875 Orange Avenue East

Tallahassee, Fl 32311

FWC – Division of Marine Fisheries Management

Federal Fisheries Section

Fisheries & Wildlife Biological Scientist III - CS 77072917

Tallahassee, Florida - $45,000 – 48,000 Annually

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

Minimum Qualifications:

Six years of professional experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities provided herein.

A post-secondary degree(s) in life or physical science may substitute for the required experience as follows:

+ Bachelor of Science degree and two years of direct professional experience.

or

+ A Master of Science degree and a minimum of one year of direct professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference may be given to candidates with a Master of Science degree and one year of professional experience.

Requirements:

+ Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.

+ Working hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

+ Some travel is required and may include weeknights, weekends and holidays.

+ Responses to qualifying questions should be able to be verified by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.

+ Computer proficiency to include skills in Microsoft software including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements:

+ Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This position serves as a subject matter expert about state management of Florida reef fish species and assists in the development of technical papers and presentations on Florida fisheries to support the Commission’s rulemaking process. This position also develops and coordinates federal fisheries disaster response plans.

The Commission expects its employees to be courteous and respectful while assisting Commission customers and stakeholders, ensuring each encounter is as positive as possible. Employees should promptly resolve questions or problems relating to the Commission, its programs and/or fish and wildlife resources. Employees should seek to gain public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida’s citizens in a positive and proactive manner and by listening to what the customer wants and striving to meet their needs. When appropriate, employees will explain the reasons for agency actions or decisions while communicating a consistent FWC point-of-view.

+ Responsible for following the provisions and requirements in Section 215.422, Florida Statutes, related to the Comptroller’s rules and FWC’s invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures .

+ Work at FWC is cross-functional meaning duties may cross division/office lines. The Commission expects employees to function across FWC’s organizational structure by providing their skills and expertise wherever needed through work on teams or as directed.

+ Assists Section Leader and Federal Fisheries Team as serving as a subject matter expert about state management of red snapper and other species.

+ Gathers, synthesizes, and manages fisheries dependent and independent data necessary to characterize and assess the status of fisheries affecting Florida.

+ Develops technical papers and presentations on management of various fisheries affecting Florida to guide and support the Commission's rulemaking process.

+ Participates in rulemaking process to help Commission build a record in support of their decisions. Drafts supporting documents in coordination with legal staff.

+ Helps senior staff develop advice to Commission on appropriate responses regarding federal fisheries topics.

+ Coordinates with other state and federal agencies, universities, private marine-related institutions, and other groups or organizations with an interest in marine fisheries resources to assist federal fisheries section.\

+ Coordinates with commercial and recreational fishers and other stakeholders to identify and find solutions to federal fisheries management issues.

+ Assist with the gathering and synthesizing of historical regulatory information to inform on-going and future rulemaking and management decisions. Research historical management actions and decisions in support of division and agency staff.

+ Develop and coordinate fishery disaster response plans. Assist with initial disaster assessment and audit projects funded by federal fisheries disaster funds.

+ Collect and submit data for fishery disaster declarations as well as disperse funds and oversee projects once the projects receive funding.

+ Work with other state agencies, as well as with federal agencies to ensure responses to stakeholders are timely and effective.

+ Coordinates research projects that are relevant to federal fisheries management decisions.

+ Conducts public workshops, Advisory Board/Workgroup meetings, and other information gathering meetings on issues relating to Florida’s marine fisheries.

+ Responds to public inquiries regarding marine fisheries issues.

+ Provides support to Section leader, Deputy Director, and Division Director on special assignments as assigned.

+ Performs other related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ Knowledge of general biological principles and knowledge of marine fisheries management issues and topics.

+ Knowledge of computer software including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

+ Ability to review and interpret fisheries regulations.

+ Ability to professionally communicate effectively both orally and in writing to a variety of audiences.

+ Working knowledge of state purchasing rules and procedures.

+ Ability to listen well, ask appropriate questions, and effectively convey information on fishing regulations and other topics.

+ Ability to use good judgment in decision-making and planning skills.

+ Ability to synthesize highly technical information for public dissemination.

+ Ability to understand, evaluate, analyze and organize marine resource (especially fisheries) information into a logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials and for coherent presentations to a variety of audiences.

+ Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and complete work assignments.

+ Ability to obtain appropriate equipment, facilities and materials as necessary to complete work.

+ Ability to conduct fact finding research to identify essential information and utilize problem solving techniques.

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of people.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

+ Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.

+ Able and willing to travel and work overtime hours, including some weekends, weeknights, and holidays.

+ Skilled in time management, consistently reports to work and meetings in a timely manner.

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.

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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location:

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316

Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee