OPS Bio Scientist I - FWC - 77902141

Florida; Tequesta (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier benefits

Health premiums

Life Insurance

OPS FICA Retirement Plan

On the Job Training

FMLA

Job summary

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission in Tequesta, FL seeks a Seasonal Biological Scientist I to support marine mammal research and necropsy efforts. The role includes fielding hotline calls, rescuing distressed manatees, and performing necropsies while recording observations and generating reports.

Responsibilities include transporting carcasses to SEFL, assisting with rescue operations, and using Excel, Access, and ArcGIS.

Qualifications

• 4 years of professional experience in a closely-related biological field or laboratory program is required.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological sciences can substitute for the required experience.
• Preference may be given to candidates with marine mammal strandings and necropsy experience.

Responsibilities

• Field calls from the public and agencies regarding marine mammals.
• Verify distressed manatees and coordinate rescue when needed.
• Recover manatee carcasses for the Southeast Field Lab (SEFL).
• Conduct field and laboratory necropsies and complete associated reports.
• Occasionally transport carcasses to the necropsy facility in St. Petersburg.
• Assist in manatee rescue and transport operations and other research projects.
• Operate Excel, Access, Word and ArcGIS to manage data.

Skills

marine mammal strandings

necropsy techniques

data collection

research methods

ArcGIS

Excel

Access

biomedical field equipment

vehicle operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences substitute for experience

Tools

Excel

Access

ArcGIS

PIT tags

Job description

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Requisition No:885550

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

OPS Biological Scientist I- FWC – OPS Position

$20.00/hour, Seasonal

Tequesta, FL

Fish and Wildlife Research Institute

Biological Scientist I - OPS 77902141

Tequesta, Florida-$20 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:

• 4 years professional experience in a closely-related biological field or laboratory program is required.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological sciences can substitute for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preference may be given to candidates with the following qualifications:
• Marine mammal stranding-response experience.
• Experience assisting with conducting high quality marine mammal necropsies and collecting the necessary samples and data to determine cause of strand/death.
• Experience with necropsy report writing and editing.
• The ability to safely operate and trailer boats less than 30 feet in length is also highly desired.

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, Tuesday through Saturday. Not eligible for Telework.

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

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is a seasonal position and is funded for six months from date of hire (no medical/supplemental benefits are applicable to this positions).

Duties include but are not limited to fielding FWC hotline calls from the public, Law Enforcement, or other agencies regarding marine mammals, particularly manatees. Verification of distressed manatees potentially in need of rescue. Responding to and recovering manatee carcasses for the Southeast Field Lab (SEFL). Serve as a member of FWC’s manatee necropsy team conducting field and laboratory necropsies on manatees, record observations and complete associated necropsy reports. Occasional transportation of manatee carcasses to the necropsy facility in St. Petersburg. Responsible for carcass disposal and cleaning of equipment and instruments. Assist in manatee rescue and transport operations to the appropriate rehabilitation facility. Participate in manatee rescue and capture operations away from designated area as needed. Assist with other research projects (temperature probes, photo ID, etc.) as needed. Operate a computer and software such as Excel, Access, and word. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of: marine mammal strandings; marine mammal anatomy and necropsy techniques; methods of data collection; principles and techniques of research and analysis; SLR digital cameras, filters, and lenses.

Skills: use of databases, spreadsheets, word processing, and graphics software such as Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint and ArcGIS; use of scientific biomedical field equipment such as PIT tags and biopsy equipment. Familiarity with capture, handling, and transport of marine mammals.

Abilities to: perform daily manual labor requiring handling of heavy and sharp objects. Must be physically fit and perform strenuous duties and lift at least 75 lbs. Be able to swim sufficiently to save oneself in an emergency. Write scientific reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships; communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Safely operate vehicles. Speak effectively to the public. Ability to work individually and as part of a team. Possess or be able to obtain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

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.

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.

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:

TEQUESTA, FL, US, 33469

Nearest Major Market:

Palm Beach

Nearest Secondary Market:

Miami

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.