OPS Fish & Wildlife tech - 77901618

Date: Apr 24, 2024

Location:

LAKE WALES, FL, US, 33853 LAKE WALES, FL, US, 33859

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Requisition No: 827709

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: OPS Fish & Wildlife tech - 77901618

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 77901618

Salary: $18.23 an hour

Posting Closing Date: 05/16/2024

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FWC Mission Statement: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Anticipated vacancy

Position number:77901618

Address and telephone number: Lake Wales Ridge Wildlife and Environmental Area, 1630 Royce Ranch Ave, Lake Placid, Fl 33852; (863) 699-3937

Supervisor: Elysia Dytrych

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check

Description of duties: THIS IS AN OPS POSITION. IT IS NOT CAREER SERVICE. The Division of Habitat & Species Conservation is comprised of six Sections and two offices. This position is in the Wildlife Habitat Management Section. This is an exciting opportunity for a Fish and Wildlife Technician to assist with chemical and mechanical control of desirable and non-desirable vegetation on the Lake Wales Ridge Wildlife and Environmental Area. This position will also assist biologists with wildlife management activities for game and non-game species to include surveys, check station management, accurate technical biological data collection, and prescribed fire. The position will also be expected to prepare and submit accurate daily, weekly, and bi-weekly reports for herbicide application, timesheets, and accomplishments. Finally, this position interacts professionally with the public and partners providing accurate information concerning wildlife, area conditions, rules, and regulations.

KSAs: Applicants should have prior experience treating invasive non-native plant species, and those with a Florida Natural Areas Pesticide License may be given preference. Identification of non-native invasive plant species common to southwest Florida, or the ability to learn, is a must. Applicants should have strong organizational and communication skills, GIS proficiency and will be expected to work cooperatively with other members of a team. Applicant will be expected to professionally represent the agency to members of the public. Work will be conducted in rugged field conditions, and applicant must be able to lift 50 pounds. A valid driver’s license and ability to trailer and operate 4WD vehicles, including ATVs, UTVs and 4x4 trucks with trailers, is required. Applicant must be self-sufficient and capable of troubleshooting maintenance issues that come up in the field. Applicant must have the ability to operate outdoors under inclement weather conditions, the ability to work productively alone with remote supervision or as member of a team. Applicant will be expected to have the flexibility to occasionally work long hours and variable schedules, such as nights, weekends, or holidays. Applicant is also expected to occasionally travel for training or other purposes.

Additional requirements : Employee allowed to work a maximum of 1,920 hours per year.

Starting pay rate: $18.23/hr.

Broadband code:19-4021-01

Class code:5031

Region:Southwest

Title:Fish/Wildlife Technician

County:Highlands

City:Lake Placid

Working hours:Monday through Friday 8am – 5pm (maximum allowable hours per year: 1,920)

List of any subordinates supervised:N/A

Residency requirement:Required to reside within 25 miles of the Lake Wales Ridge Wildlife and Environmental Area Field Office.

Level of Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Additional Requirements:Must possess or obtain a valid Florida Driver’s License. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Occasional overnight travel is required.

WHAT BENEFITSAREAPPLICABLE 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 (must meet eligibility requirements. Consult with People First or the servicing Human Resource Office for details.)

• Deferred Compensation - voluntary

• Employee Assistance Program – voluntary

• Learn more at https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/eligibility_and_enrollment/ops_employees

WHAT BENEFITSARE NOTAPPLICABLE 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.

Nearest Major Market:Lakeland