Senior Fisheries Management Data Scientist

Other; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The OPS Fisheries & Wildlife Bio Scientist IV supports the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Division of Marine Fisheries Management in Tallahassee. The role serves as a subject matter expert on state fisheries management, conducting data analysis, developing outreach materials, and maintaining stakeholder relationships with recreational and commercial fishermen.

Responsibilities include fisheries data interpretation, public education, disaster assessments, and support for

Qualifications

• Six years of professional experience in fisheries or marine resource management, or equivalent substitution with relevant degree and experience.
• Knowledge of marine fisheries management principles and biological sciences.
• Proficiency with Excel, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and writing skills with ability to synthesize technical information for diverse audiences.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Data interpretation and analysis to support fisheries management decisions.
• Develop outreach materials and educational content for diverse audiences.
• Maintain stakeholder relationships with recreational and commercial fishermen.
• Support agency leadership on marine resource management issues and disaster assessments.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Public outreach

Tools

Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

The OPS Fisheries & Wildlife Bio Scientist IV supports the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Division of Marine Fisheries Management in Tallahassee. The role serves as a subject matter expert on state fisheries management, conducting data analysis, developing outreach materials, and maintaining stakeholder relationships with recreational and commercial fishermen.

Responsibilities include fisheries data interpretation, public education, disaster assessments, and support for