Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission · Florida · posted today
This position will be based in Tallahassee FL with a statewide operational focus, to enhance invasive plant management efforts by acting as a research liaison. The Invasive Plant Management Research program funds an average of $1.3 million of projects each year, but effectively translating a significant portion of our findings into large-scale management remains a logistical challenge. This role would bridge the gap between researchers and field biologists, ensuring the practical application of research through field trials and improved communication. This position would implement field trials of innovative management techniques and will expand the use of biological control as a supplemental management strategy. This role would support our section's goals by advancing management strategies that are essential to preserving native habitats and resources across the state. This position will also assist with the researching, planning, development, and maintenance of other projects as needed such as surveying and mapping EDRR (early detection rapid response) species that appear throughout the state. Persons applying for this position should be comfortable working independently in the field, have experience trailering and operating boats and ATVs and have experience in plant identification and the control of invasive species. Experience with public speaking or presenting information to the public and/or professional peer groups is preferred. Experience conducting or assisting with invasive plant research is highly preferred. The employee will be required to interact professionally with researchers, the public, and other partners to provide accurate information concerning invasive plant species, infested area conditions, and will attend regional and divisional meetings and training programs. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Incumbent must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work well with team members and members of the public. Other required knowledge, skills and abilities include: • Ability to work well both independently and in a team-setting in a fast-paced work environment, accurately record data, and meet deadlines; • knowledge of invasive plant management principles and practices; • understanding of basic scientific research principles and practices; • ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to plant management; • familiarity with nonnative species issues; • demonstrated technical writing ability; • public speaking experience; • experience working with the public and/or stakeholder representatives; • on occasion, the ability to travel for several days at a time throughout Florida. • Must have a valid Florida driver’s license Desired qualifications include: • Knowledge of biological control and experience with rearing insects • Good organizational and problem-solving skills • Experience with herbicide applications • Experience conducting scientific experiments in a field setting • Experience operating drones • Experience driving outboard boats and airboats • Experience trailering boats and other equipment • Ability to identify native and non-native plants in Florida
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