Requisition No: 821449 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: OPS Fisheries & Wildlife Bio Sci III - 77902337

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 77902337 

Salary:  $23.44 an hour 

Posting Closing Date: 07/10/2024 

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Title: OPS Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist III

Working Title: OPS Education and Outreach Specialist

Salary: $23.44/hour (not to exceed 1,920 contract hours per year)

Position number: 77902337

Broadband/Class Code:  19-1023-02

Level of Education: Prefer a Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences

Region: North Central Region

Working hours: 40hrs/week 8-5, M-F, occasional nights and weekends and occasional travel may be required; potential to telework up to 2 days a week upon approval.

List of any subordinates supervised: None

Residency requirement: None

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Division: Habitat and Species Conservation

Section: Wildlife Impact Management

Sub-section:  Wildlife Assistance Program 

Address: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 6224 NW 43rd Street Suite B, Gainesville, Fl. 32653

Supervisor: Jessica Moore, Wildlife Assistance Program, Education and Outreach Coordinator

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, with 2 years professional experience is preferred. A valid Florida driver’s license is required. In addition to submitting a completed state application via People First, applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume highlighting their qualifications and expressing their interest in the position (applications without a cover letter and resume will not be considered).

 

Description of Position:

The Wildlife Impact Management Section is seeking an energetic and motivated candidate to serve as an Education and Outreach Specialist for the Wildlife Assistance Program (WAP). Primary duties will include web content creation and editing to ensure accuracy of online content (most often via Umbraco content management software) for multiple Wildlife Assistance Program related websites, including, but not limited to, MyFWC.com species profile pages;  assisting with education and outreach initiatives related to human-wildlife conflict; and coordination with the FWC Office of Information Technology and Division of Habitat and Species Conservation (HSC) Public Relations team for content review. This position will assist with planning and implementing various wildlife conflict outreach and education initiatives including presenting to the public and various stakeholders at outreach events both in person and virtually using Microsoft Teams, Eventbrite, and Facebook Live platforms. Duties include designing and distributing outreach materials, creating physical and digital educational materials including content for social media, newsletters, event flyers, posters, websites, etc., using PowerPoint, Canva or similar platforms, and conducting other outreach projects.

 

Additional duties will include:

Coordinating and scheduling regular review and updates of the FWC’s WAP printed materials, digital media, websites Leading the development of the Wildlife Assistance Program’s annual report; Conducting living with wildlife presentations, pet safety and hazing trainings in virtual and in-person formats; Creating and editing content for education and outreach activities including PowerPoint presentations, workshops, trainings and static displays pertaining to human wildlife conflict issues; Collaborating on timely outreach needs with regional staff for emerging issues; Representing the Wildlife Assistance Program at special events and providing public presentations. Conducting independent projects designed to further the Wildlife Assistance Program (WAP) Living with Wildlife educational programs; Coordinating with staff and maintaining inventory for printed materials and outreach supplies; Organizing and maintaining digital files on SharePoint This position may take on other duties as assigned on special assignments. 

 

It is expected that all FWC employees courteously assist Commission constituents to resolve questions or problems they may have on matters relating to the Commission, its programs, or fish and wildlife conservation in general; and garner public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida's citizens in a positive and proactive manner. 

 

Knowledge, skills and abilities required for the position: 

 

Demonstrated experience print media and in web content creation and management; Familiarity with Umbraco or similar content management system; Familiarity with Canva or similar design software; Familiarity with human-wildlife conflict issues; Demonstrated skill in excellent customer service;  Ability to review and edit documents and presentations to agency standards; Ability to multi-task and work independently; Ability to work well in a fast-paced work environment and adhere to time constraints; Ability to generate ideas for public engagement and develop those into action items; Ability to engage staff for new web content creation, evaluate operations, troubleshoot issues and develop solutions to improve efficiency; Experience working with the public and stakeholders; Ability to communicate verbally and in creative, educational and technical writing for various audiences; Ability to positively and effectively communicate with stakeholders and colleagues; Computer experience (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).

 

Desired qualifications include:

Familiarity with document accessibility using Adobe Acrobat Pro; Familiarity with Microsoft Teams and Teams Live functions; Ability to identify native and nonnative fish and wildlife; Familiarity with state and federal laws governing wildlife, particularly native species in Florida; Ability to travel less than 25%.

 

FWC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application / selection process, please contact the hiring authority in advance.  

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Florida driver’s license

 

WHAT BENEFITS ARE APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES?

State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan - mandatory Workers’ Compensation - mandatory Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) - mandatory Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements) Deferred Compensation - voluntary Employee Assistance Program – voluntary

 

WHAT BENEFITS ARE NOT APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES?

Any form of paid leave Paid holidays Participation in the Florida Retirement System Reinstatement rights or retention rights

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.