OPS F & W Tech - 77902272

Science Technology Engineering And Mathematics; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking a part-time Nonnative Fish and Wildlife Technician to conduct early detection and rapid response work on invasive species, particularly Burmese pythons in southwest Florida. The role involves surveying for and removing nonnative wildlife, caring for captive animals, and maintaining data records.

Candidates should have a high school diploma with at least one year of related experience (or an associate degree substitute), be able to

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 1 year post-high school experience in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, or related fields (or vocational/associate degree substitute).
• Ability to handle wild animals including reptiles and large nonnative constrictor snakes.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive 4WD truck off-road.
• Knowledge of nonnative fish and wildlife issues in Florida and ability to identify native and nonnative species.
• Experience with wildlife trapping or removal techniques; ability to work independently and humanely manage wildlife.
• Demonstrated field skills, public communication ability, and willingness to work nights, weekends, and variable schedules.

Skills

Wildlife handling

Driver's license

Species identification

Wildlife trapping/removal

Field skills

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma

1 year post-high school experience or associate substitute

Job description

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission seeks a part-time Nonnative Fish and Wildlife Technician to conduct early detection and rapid response work on invasive species, particularly Burmese pythons in southwest Florida.

The position involves surveying for and removing nonnative wildlife using various methods, caring for captive animals, maintaining data records, and responding to human-wildlife conflicts across public and private lands in the region.

Key qualifications:

• High school diploma plus 1 year post-high school experience in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, or related fields (or vocational/associate degree substitute)
• Ability to handle wild animals including reptiles and large nonnative constrictor snakes
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive 4WD truck off-road
• Knowledge of nonnative fish and wildlife issues in Florida and ability to identify native and nonnative species
• Experience with wildlife trapping or removal techniques; ability to work independently and humanely manage wildlife
• Demonstrated field skills, public communication ability, and willingness to work nights, weekends, and variable schedules