OPS FISH/WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN - 77907255 Date: Jun 17, 2024 Location: ST PETERSBURG, FL, US, 33701 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) . Requisition No: 831160 Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Working Title: OPS FISH/WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN - 77907255 Pay Plan: Temp Position Number: 77907255 Salary: $18.00 per Hour Posting Closing Date: 07/01/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) FWC FWRI Florida Biodiversity Collection Fish/Wildlife Technician (Marine Invertebrate Collection) – OPS Position $18 per hour 100 8th Ave SE St. Petersburg, FL Florida Biodiversity Collection Fish/Wildlife Technician (Marine Invertebrate Collection) - OPS 77907255 Saint Petersburg, Florida - $18 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: A high school diploma and two years of post high school experience in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological or related agriculture or construction is required. Vocational training or an Associate’s degree in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological or related agriculture or construction from an accredited school or college may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Preferred Qualifications: Preference may be given to candidates with the following qualifications: Experience working with biological specimens Experience identifying marine invertebrate fauna One or more years of graduate education in biology, zoology, or related fields Requirements: Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate. Typical office hours are 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Work duties are generally onsite; eligible for telework very occasionally. 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: Report to and assist Collection Manager in curation and maintenance of biodiversity research collection. Assist with tours of the collection, workshops, Marine Quest, and other outreach events that require interacting and presenting scientific information to the public, FWC staff, and other stakeholders. Assist with preparing, shipping, and receiving loans. Monitor supply stocks (Specimen containers, shipping supplies, ethanol, etc.) and make recommendations to replenish inventory. Assist with species identification of marine invertebrates using updated taxonomy. Manage the shelving and storage of specimens, including: arranging specimens to maximize available shelf space; retrieving and re-shelving specimens as requested; replacing evaporated preservative as needed. Make corrections and updates to the collection database. Print and stuff labels for newly-cataloged items and updated specimens. Assist with specimen digitization efforts including photography and data entry in collections database software. Assist with collections-improvement projects as requested including collecting trips in the field, backlog species ID efforts, and database tasks. Assist with training volunteers and interns in species identification, specimen curation and maintenance, and other tasks as assigned. Perform other tasks and duties as requested. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Competence with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook. General familiarity with marine invertebrates of the Gulf of Mexico with a deeper interest and knowledge in a particular group. Ability and willingness to present on that group, train others, and otherwise communicate your knowledge to colleagues and the public both orally and in writing. Ability to use taxonomic keys for species identification in various marine invertebrate groups. Ability to work independently, stay on-task with or without direct supervision, and identify and propose collection improvement projects. Experience working safely with flammable materials such as ethanol. Ability to climb stepladders and step-stools while handling up to 3 gallons of liquid. Ability to act on changing priorities and responsibilities Ability to organize and file documents Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others High attention to detail and strong organizational skills 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. Nearest Major Market:Tampa