Regional Invasive & Aquatic Plant Program Manager

Science Technology Engineering And Mathematics; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission seeks a Biological Administrator I to lead regional invasive plant management programs in Florida. You will supervise 6 FTE and 1 OPS staff, oversee permitting and enforcement, and coordinate field operations across the region.

You will assess plant populations, develop control strategies, provide educational services, and ensure regulatory compliance and consistent permit issuance while collaborating with public and stakeholder groups.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of invasive plant management principles and practices.
• Familiarity with nonnative species issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; public speaking capability.
• Ability to supervise staff effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with the public and stakeholder representatives; ability to travel throughout Florida for several days at a time.

Responsibilities

• Manage invasive plant and aquatic plant control programs across a Florida region.
• Supervise 6 FTE and 1 OPS staff.
• Oversee permitting and enforcement activities related to aquatic plant management.
• Coordinate regional field operations.
• Assess plant populations and recommend control strategies.
• Provide educational services and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ensure consistent permit issuance and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Invasive plant management

Public speaking

Technical writing

Staff supervision

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field

High school diploma

Job description

Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission seeks a Biological Administrator I to lead regional invasive plant management programs in Florida. You will supervise 6 FTE and 1 OPS staff, oversee permitting and enforcement, and coordinate field operations across the region.

You will assess plant populations, develop control strategies, provide educational services, and ensure regulatory compliance and consistent permit issuance while collaborating with public and stakeholder groups.