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OPS Fisheries & Wildlife Bio Sci IV - 77907406

CareersElite.com · Tallahassee, FL · 2 wk ago
Manufacturing$24.32/hrFull-time

About the 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. The FWC values making quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the biological sciences and three years of professional biological experience in a field or laboratory program; or

A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the biological sciences and two years of professional experience as described above; or

A doctorate from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the biological sciences and one year of professional experience as described above.

7 years professional experience in a closely related biological field or laboratory program can substitute for the required bachelor’s degree.

Preferred Qualifications

  • A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major courses of study in one of the biological sciences and three years of professional experience as described above; or
  • A doctorate from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the biological sciences.

Requirements

  • Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate.
  • Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
  • Not eligible for Telework.
  • 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.
  • Must maintain a valid driver license.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Principal Investigator on statewide land cover mapping project.
  • Use remotely sensed, photo-interpreted, and ground-mapped data to update and edit the existing Cooperative Land Cover statewide map, including various aspects of data preparation, production, and validation.
  • Use image processing software to classify medium resolution satellite imagery according to an established land cover classification schema.
  • Compile classified data into a statewide data set.
  • Assist with FWC’s ArcGIS Enterprise deployment by managing configuration and development of ArcGIS Experience Builder applications for the Tallahassee CSA office, and assisting with ArcGIS Online, adding users, and licensing.
  • Evaluate and conduct additional improvements to the Cooperative Land Cover map, such as inclusion of qualitative measures for high priority communities.
  • Consolidate and standardize the map data.
  • Develop user interface for access/use by staff and partners.
  • Coordinate and collaborate with Florida Natural Areas Inventory (FNAI) staff on edits and updates to the Florida Cooperative Land Cover (CLC) map.
  • Coordinate with FNAI on review of semi-annual/annual updates of the CLC.
  • Work with FWC and FNAI to modify the land classification schema as determined necessary.
  • Maintain and respond to input received from a dedicated email address established for comments on the Cooperative Land Cover Map.
  • Provide technical support to FWC biologists and external users regarding interpretation and use of the Cooperative Land Cover map and associated classification schema.
  • Perform public outreach, as appropriate, and other duties as assigned including supervising OPS staff for special land cover projects.
  • Travel out of area for several days at a time.

Skills

  • Principles and practices of wildlife and fisheries biology, statistical analysis, natural resource management, GIS, cartography, and digital remote sensing.
  • GIS database and application design, development, and implementation.
  • Scientific research procedure and techniques.
  • Computer operations and the use of related software for GIS and image processing.
  • Principles and practices used in manipulating ecological and environmental data to create cartographic depictions of species distributions.
  • Ability to collect, record, and analyze scientific data relating to biological sciences.
  • Ability to plan and coordinate work assignments.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally, graphically, and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with FWRI staff, FWC staff, and other government agencies.
  • Skill in technical writing and public speaking.
  • Skill in the use and application of ArcGIS GIS software.
  • Skill in spatial and relational database design and management.
  • Skill in project management and cartographic design.

Pay

$24.32 per hour

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage with 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) eligibility.

For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.

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