Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission · Florida · posted yesterday
The Wildlife Impact Management Section is seeking an energetic and motivated candidate to serve as a Wildlife Conflict Mitigation Biologist. The incumbent serves as the primary point of contact for human-wildlife conflict issues and provides information or methods to prevent or mitigate conflicts with wildlife. Assistance provided to the public or agency staff may be provided over the phone, in person, or in writing. Some fieldwork may occur but is not a regular component of this position. The successful candidate will occasionally represent the Wildlife Conflict Mitigation Program at outreach events by conducting presentations to citizen groups. The candidate may also conduct site visits and provide technical assistance, conflict mitigation strategies and loan equipment, as necessary. The Wildlife Conflict Mitigation Biologist works across multiple Divisions and Sections within FWC to: • Coordinate management of human-wildlife conflict situations including those involving bears, coyotes, birds, and other wildlife species. • Network to establish clear communication across the agency about emerging wildlife issues. • Assist with the implementation of response protocols for human-wildlife conflict situations in coordination with other FWC programs including the Division of Law Enforcement. Responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to the following: • Provide technical assistance to the public and other agencies on means to address human-wildlife conflicts and to promote strategies to coexist with wildlife. • Maintain familiarity with prevalent conflict wildlife issues and continually identify and share best technical assistance practices and protocols as required. • Provide coverage for other regional Wildlife Conflict Mitigation Biologists as needed. • Maintain an accurate and thorough daily log of public correspondence via the Wildlife Impact Management System database. • Participate in public outreach efforts as directed to increase appreciation for wildlife and address conflict wildlife abatement or other wildlife-related issues. • Monitor inbox for incoming online conflict reports for queries that may require additional follow-up and respond with direct communication with stakeholders as needed. • Occasionally support the FWC’s Nonnative Fish and Wildlife Program’s management efforts through response activities. • Remain up to date on Commission rules and regulations regarding protected wildlife, the take of wildlife, conflict wildlife abatement, and related issues. WHAT BENEFITS ARE APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES? • State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan - mandatory • Workers’ Compensation - mandatory • Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) - mandatory • Potential to participate in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements) • Deferred Compensation - voluntary • Employee Assistance Program – voluntary Answers to qualifying questions must be validated in application, resume and cover letter. 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. Location: PANAMA CITY, FL, US, 32401 PANAMA CITY, FL, US, 32404 PANAMA CITY, FL, US, 32402 PANAMA CITY, FL, US, 32405 Nearest Major Market: Panama City Find similar jobs:
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