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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
OPS Biological Scientist
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A Biologist studies plant and animal life and conducts research in one of many specialized areas. May observe and study different types of animals or plants and their habitats or ecosystems, or study cell biology or microorganisms, or research questions relating to human biology and health.
$70,077 / year median in Florida
+7% projected growth
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Loading... OPS Biological Scientist Save Job Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission West Palm Beach, Florida LinkedIn Copy URL Email Facebook Job Type Temporary Salary $19.23 per hour Deadline Sep 28, 2026 Min. Experience 0 - 1 year Save Job LinkedIn Copy URL Email Facebook Incumbent will be responsible for the operation of a waterfowl hunting check station at one of the Stormwater Treatment Areas (STA) in South Florida for the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Specific duties include opening the STA, checking in permitted hunters, conducting a lottery for unpermitted hunters, correctly identifying and recording species harvested, reporting hunting pressure and harvest results via the internet, and representing the agency in a professional manner while providing service to the public. There are up to four positions to be filled with this announcement, with one-two employees for each check station.
All the STAs are in remote locations with no store/facilities nearby (there is a portable toilet at each site). Hours are on Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday (depending on the STA), starting at 3:45 am until two hours after sunset each day (approximately 16 hours per day). Hunts occur on weekends from mid-November through mid-February (including around holidays). There are scouting days on weekends before each hunting season begins. STA 1
Smith@MyFWC.com When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board. Category Outdoor Recreation , Wildlife Loading...
All the STAs are in remote locations with no store/facilities nearby (there is a portable toilet at each site). Hours are on Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday (depending on the STA), starting at 3:45 am until two hours after sunset each day (approximately 16 hours per day). Hunts occur on weekends from mid-November through mid-February (including around holidays). There are scouting days on weekends before each hunting season begins. STA 1
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Located in the center of Palm Beach County, south of the US Highway 98 Twentymile Bend bordering Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge on the northwest side. Hunts occur on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. STA 2: Located in southwestern Palm Beach County, just north of the Broward County line and just east of US Highway 27. Hunts occur on Saturdays only. A travel trailer with electricity, air conditioning, and restroom may be available for the nights before and after each hunt. STA 3/4: Located in southwestern Palm Beach County, adjacent to the Broward County line and just west of US Highway 27. Hunts occur on Fridays and Sundays. A travel trailer with electricity, air conditioning, and restroom may be available for the nights before and after each hunt.Qualifications :
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in one of the life sciences, reliable transportation, a reliable cell phone, and the ability to work long hours independently once trained. Applicants with waterfowl experience preferred. How To Apply To apply, please email your resume to Ashlyn Smith at Ashlyn.Smith@MyFWC.com When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board. Category Outdoor Recreation , Wildlife Loading...