*sorry for any cross-postings* JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Agency: Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Position Class: FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS Location: JACKSONVILLE, FL Annual Salary: $39,863.72 Position Number: 77072001 Employment link: https://jobs.myflorida.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view-168559&ERFormI D=newjoblist&ERFormCode=any&JServSessionIdroot=okc58g0e41.JS1
** This position is being RE-ADVERTISED to broaden the applicant base. Previous applicants DO NOT need to re-apply in order to be considered. ** JOB DESCRIPTION Recover marine mammal carcasses for necropsy from the northeast sector of Florida and transport to central necropsy facility in St Petersburg. Responsible for accurate sample collection and measurements along with photographic documentation of carcasses. Responsible for appropriate disposal of carcasses. Conduct necropsies on badly decomposed manatee carcasses and completes associated necropsy reports. Conduct necropsies on other stranded marine mammals as time warrants. Participate in manatee rescue operations including site coordination as well as vessel operation, capture, and transportation of animal to appropriate ocean aria. Conduct rescues on other marine mammals as time warrants. Responsible for developing and monitoring annual working budget ensuring that expenditures do not exceed spending authority. Responsible for the supervision of assigned OPS personnel. Serve in on-call status after operating hours in weekly rotation with at least three other staff members for the purpose of responding to statewide manatee emergencies. Responsible for daily operation of manatee activities in northeast Florida field station including telephone communications, coordination of required purchases and operational accounts with salvage staff at FWRI, preventative maintenance and minor repair of field equipment, vehicles, boats and trailers. Prepare field reports and office written communications. Plan and conduct manatee field research projects such as aerial surveys and photo identification as warranted and within the framework of FWRI's manatee research program. Assist with Right Whale and other cetacean research projects. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A bachelor's degree in one of the physical or natural sciences and two years of related experience. Applicants with a master's degree as described above or in Marine Science are encouraged to apply and may receive preference. Applicants having experience with marine mammal necropsies and stranding may also be given preference. REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: biological sciences; principles and techniques used In research on marine mammals, methods of data collection; principles and techniques of research and analysis associated with marine mammals. Ability and willingness to fly aerial surveys. Ability to: collect and analyze data; utilize problem solving techniques; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures; prepare written reports; track budget and assess budgetary needs: plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; use personal computers and database software; supervise people, establish and maintain effective working relationships; work under adverse conditions such as recovering, transporting, and necropsy rotting carcasses. Ability to swim with sufficient skill to save oneself in the event of an emergency; safely operate vehicles, trailers and boats up to 22'; maintain a valid driver's license and work hours In excess of 40 per week and serve in on-call status on a rotational basis; and acquire certification of completion of a boater safety course within the probationary period. The state of Florida is an EEO/AA Employer. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, veterans and spouses of veterans may receive preference in employment and are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation to participate in the process, please contact the hiring authority in advance. Federal law requires that we hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized aliens who can provide proof of their identity and employment eligibility. Thomas R. Reinert, Ph.D. Research Administrator - Tequesta Field Laboratory Marine Mammal Program -- Manatees Fish & Wildlife Research Institute Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission 19100 SE Federal Hwy Tequesta, FL 33469 Phone: 561-575-5408 Fax: 561-743-6228 Visit our website: http://research.MyFWC.com/
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