Deadline: Wed, 10/25/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Full Time Location: Florida Location Detail: Gainesville, Florida Job Description: This position serves as the Avian Research Subsection Leader in the Wildlife Research Section of the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute and will be based at the Wildlife Research Lab in Gainesville. Responsibilities include directing FWC’s statewide research program on nongame and game birds, with a focus on imperiled species. Conducts and directs complex biological and ecological research on birds and their habitats. Designs and implements studies, obtains outside funding when appropriate, prepares and monitors study budgets, analyzes results and presents results through technical and popular publications, public presentations, seminars, and technical assistance. Hires, mentors, and supervises FTE and OPS research scientists and technicians designing and implementing research and management work on birds and their habitats. Ensures scientific rigor is maintained on all studies executed by the subsection. Coordinates with other FWC sections, divisions, and offices and other agencies and organizations in identifying and prioritizing information needs for management of birds and in developing research to meet those needs. Fosters communication between the subsection and other divisions and sections in the agency and ensures subsection activities address agency information needs effectively and efficiently. Provides technical assistance on management and conservation of birds to the Commission, other FWC staff, other agencies and organizations, and the public through personal communications, correspondence and reports, presentations, and effective participation in teams and working groups. Coordinates technical input concerning birds for reviews of applications for state and federal permits. Promotes and participates in public outreach efforts. Develops and monitors annual subsection budgets and ensures that expenditures do not exceed spending authority. Qualifications: Candidates may be given preference if they have a doctorate from an accredited college or university with major course of study in avian research, four years of professional wildlife research experience, experience in the management of scientific staff and extensive bird banding experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: management principles and practices; Florida’s avian wildlife resources; and the terminology, principles, techniques, data collection and analysis methods, and equipment used in field and laboratory biological research. Skill in safe and proper use of scientific laboratory and field equipment, including vehicles. Ability to: manage and lead a biological research program; effectively supervise others, determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure completion of work assignments; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; work effectively in a team environment; work cooperatively with others to identify and prioritize research needs and implement research and management activities; ability to assess budgetary needs and develop and track budgets; formulate, follow, and ensure compliance with rules, policies, and procedures; design and conduct scientific research including collecting, recording, analyzing, and reporting biological data; prepare technical reports and articles; communicate effectively orally and in writing; work independently; solve problems and make decisions; work outdoors in extreme weather conditions and isolated locations; and travel as necessary for fieldwork and meetings. Salary: $70,000 Benefits: Annual leave, sick leave, retirement plan, health insurance, etc. How to Apply: Submit application, resume, and cover letter to: https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/GAINESVILLE-RESEARCH-ADMINISTRATOR-II-FWC-SES-77000860-FL-32601/1071440500/
