State of Florida
BIOLOGICAL ADMINISTRATOR I - SES - 77072957
State of Florida, Inverness, Florida, United States, 34453
Overview
BIOLOGICAL ADMINISTRATOR I - SES - 77072957 - State of Florida Requisition No: 862039 Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Working Title: BIOLOGICAL ADMINISTRATOR I - SES - 77072957 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 77072957 Salary: $2,407.69 biweekly + benefits Posting Closing Date: 10/23/2025 Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Position location : 8275 East Fort Cooper Rd, Inverness, FL 34450 Responsibilities
This position is responsible for assessing aquatic plant populations, recommending and permitting aquatic plant control programs for both the private and public sectors, providing educational and informational services, monitoring aquatic plant control operations, providing extension services upon request, and conducting investigations for violations of the aquatic plant permitting rules. The incumbent will direct, on a region-wide basis, permitting and enforcement activities under the rules of Chapters 68F-20, 68F-54 and 68A-23.088, F.A.C. Provides guidance to regional staff for issuing new permits and formulating permit modifications. Ensures that permits are being issued consistently and within the required time frame. Supervises enforcement activities within a region and coordinates with the appropriate agencies. Supervises personnel activities and performs review and performance planning of regional staff. Coordinates work schedules to effectively use equipment and staff time. The incumbent will assist in organizing, coordinating and directing the activities of the field operations subsection within their region. The incumbent will assist in filling staff vacancies including developing criteria for advertising open positions, interviewing and making hire recommendations. They will identify staff deficiencies and provide staff direction and training as needed. The incumbent’s supervisory responsibilities include direct supervision of up to 4 FTE positions and 2 OPS positions within their region. The incumbent is also responsible for other miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor. It is expected that all FWC employees courteously assist Commission constituents to resolve questions or problems they may have on matters relating to the Commission, its programs or fish and wildlife conservation in general; and garner public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida's citizens in a positive and proactive manner. Minimum qualifications
A high school diploma and seven years professional experience in a closely related biological field or laboratory program is required. A Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field can substitute for four of the seven years of required experience. Prefer a bachelor’s degree in a life or physical science. *In addition to submitting a completed State of Florida electronic application and completing the qualifying questions, applicants must attach a cover letter and up to date resume to be considered. Submitted cover letter should at a minimum explain your interest in working as the Invasive Plant Management Field Operations Subsection Biological Administrator I and identify your most relevant skills and experience. Incomplete applications will not be considered.* Answers to qualifying questions must be validated in the application, resume and cover letter. Description Of Duties
This position is responsible for assessing aquatic plant populations, recommending and permitting aquatic plant control programs for both the private and public sectors, providing educational and informational services, monitoring aquatic plant control operations, providing extension services upon request, and conducting investigations for violations of the aquatic plant permitting rules. The incumbent will direct, on a region-wide basis, permitting and enforcement activities under the rules of Chapters 68F-20, 68F-54 and 68A-23.088, F.A.C. Provides guidance to regional staff for issuing new permits and formulating permit modifications. Ensures that permits are being issued consistently and within the required time frame. Supervises enforcement activities within a region and coordinates with the appropriate agencies. Supervises personnel activities and performs review and performance planning of regional staff. Coordinates work schedules to effectively use equipment and staff time. The incumbent for this position will assist in organizing, coordinating and directing the activities of the field operations subsection within their region. The incumbent will assist in filling staff vacancies including developing criteria for advertising open positions, interviewing and making hire recommendations. They will identify staff deficiencies and provide staff direction and training as needed. The incumbent’s supervisory responsibilities include direct supervision of up to 4 FTE positions and 2 OPS positions within their region. The incumbent is also responsible for other miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor. It is expected that all FWC employees courteously assist Commission constituents to resolve questions or problems they may have on matters relating to the Commission, its programs or fish and wildlife conservation in general; and garner public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida's citizens in a positive and proactive manner. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required For The Position
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
Highly organized with excellent communication and leadership skills. Ability to supervise others/staff effectively. Ability to work well in a fast-paced work climate, and to adhere to regulatory time constraints; Knowledge of invasive plant management 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 working with the public and/or stakeholder representatives. The ability to travel for several days at a time throughout Florida. 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. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries
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BIOLOGICAL ADMINISTRATOR I - SES - 77072957 - State of Florida Requisition No: 862039 Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Working Title: BIOLOGICAL ADMINISTRATOR I - SES - 77072957 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 77072957 Salary: $2,407.69 biweekly + benefits Posting Closing Date: 10/23/2025 Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Position location : 8275 East Fort Cooper Rd, Inverness, FL 34450 Responsibilities
This position is responsible for assessing aquatic plant populations, recommending and permitting aquatic plant control programs for both the private and public sectors, providing educational and informational services, monitoring aquatic plant control operations, providing extension services upon request, and conducting investigations for violations of the aquatic plant permitting rules. The incumbent will direct, on a region-wide basis, permitting and enforcement activities under the rules of Chapters 68F-20, 68F-54 and 68A-23.088, F.A.C. Provides guidance to regional staff for issuing new permits and formulating permit modifications. Ensures that permits are being issued consistently and within the required time frame. Supervises enforcement activities within a region and coordinates with the appropriate agencies. Supervises personnel activities and performs review and performance planning of regional staff. Coordinates work schedules to effectively use equipment and staff time. The incumbent will assist in organizing, coordinating and directing the activities of the field operations subsection within their region. The incumbent will assist in filling staff vacancies including developing criteria for advertising open positions, interviewing and making hire recommendations. They will identify staff deficiencies and provide staff direction and training as needed. The incumbent’s supervisory responsibilities include direct supervision of up to 4 FTE positions and 2 OPS positions within their region. The incumbent is also responsible for other miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor. It is expected that all FWC employees courteously assist Commission constituents to resolve questions or problems they may have on matters relating to the Commission, its programs or fish and wildlife conservation in general; and garner public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida's citizens in a positive and proactive manner. Minimum qualifications
A high school diploma and seven years professional experience in a closely related biological field or laboratory program is required. A Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field can substitute for four of the seven years of required experience. Prefer a bachelor’s degree in a life or physical science. *In addition to submitting a completed State of Florida electronic application and completing the qualifying questions, applicants must attach a cover letter and up to date resume to be considered. Submitted cover letter should at a minimum explain your interest in working as the Invasive Plant Management Field Operations Subsection Biological Administrator I and identify your most relevant skills and experience. Incomplete applications will not be considered.* Answers to qualifying questions must be validated in the application, resume and cover letter. Description Of Duties
This position is responsible for assessing aquatic plant populations, recommending and permitting aquatic plant control programs for both the private and public sectors, providing educational and informational services, monitoring aquatic plant control operations, providing extension services upon request, and conducting investigations for violations of the aquatic plant permitting rules. The incumbent will direct, on a region-wide basis, permitting and enforcement activities under the rules of Chapters 68F-20, 68F-54 and 68A-23.088, F.A.C. Provides guidance to regional staff for issuing new permits and formulating permit modifications. Ensures that permits are being issued consistently and within the required time frame. Supervises enforcement activities within a region and coordinates with the appropriate agencies. Supervises personnel activities and performs review and performance planning of regional staff. Coordinates work schedules to effectively use equipment and staff time. The incumbent for this position will assist in organizing, coordinating and directing the activities of the field operations subsection within their region. The incumbent will assist in filling staff vacancies including developing criteria for advertising open positions, interviewing and making hire recommendations. They will identify staff deficiencies and provide staff direction and training as needed. The incumbent’s supervisory responsibilities include direct supervision of up to 4 FTE positions and 2 OPS positions within their region. The incumbent is also responsible for other miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor. It is expected that all FWC employees courteously assist Commission constituents to resolve questions or problems they may have on matters relating to the Commission, its programs or fish and wildlife conservation in general; and garner public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida's citizens in a positive and proactive manner. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required For The Position
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
Highly organized with excellent communication and leadership skills. Ability to supervise others/staff effectively. Ability to work well in a fast-paced work climate, and to adhere to regulatory time constraints; Knowledge of invasive plant management 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 working with the public and/or stakeholder representatives. The ability to travel for several days at a time throughout Florida. 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. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries
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