Field Biologist - Invasive Plant Control (Part-Time)

National Experienced Workforce Solutions; Ochopee (FL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions) seeks an experienced Biologist for invasive plant control in Big Cypress area. You will plan and implement control projects, coordinate with a small natural resources team, and oversee contractors and volunteers in the field.

The role requires extensive invasive plant experience, a relevant degree, and capability with GIS and office software. This is a temporary, at-will enrollment under ESP for NPS.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in Implementing Invasive Plant Control or BA/BS in Biological Sciences with at least 3 years in invasive plant control in Florida.
• Driver's license and ORV operation experience; pesticide applicator license and helicopter transport experience preferred.
• Experience with Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Teams, MS Outlook and Adobe Acrobat.
• ArcGIS experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Survey and plan invasive plant control, and oversee treatments by staff or contractors.
• Identify significant invasive threats and plan project prioritization with staff.
• Provide logistical support and assist with fieldwork and outreach activities.
• Assess treatment effectiveness and prescribe follow-up actions.

Skills

Invasive plant control

Pesticide knowledge

Education

BA/BS in Biological Sciences

Tools

ArcGIS

Windows

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Teams

MS Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions) seeks an experienced Biologist for invasive plant control in Big Cypress area. You will plan and implement control projects, coordinate with a small natural resources team, and oversee contractors and volunteers in the field.

The role requires extensive invasive plant experience, a relevant degree, and capability with GIS and office software. This is a temporary, at-will enrollment under ESP for NPS.