Biological Administrator I A - Ses - 77070059 1

Requisition No: 878300 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: BIOLOGICAL ADMINISTRATOR I A - SES - 77070059 1

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 77070059 

Salary:  $60,000 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 07/07/2026 

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Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI)

Marine Fisheries Research / Fisheries-Independent Monitoring program

$60,000 Annually

585 Prineville St.

Port Charlotte, FL

Biological Administrator 1A - CS 77070059

Charlotte Harbor, Florida - $60,000 Annually

Our organization:

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.

Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

8 years professional experience in a closely-related biological field or laboratory program, one of which must have been in a supervisory capacity, is required.  

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the physical or natural sciences or mathematics and four years of professional experience in one of the physical or natural sciences or mathematics, one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; or  

A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the physical or natural sciences or mathematics and three years of professional experience as described above, one of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; or  

A doctorate from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the physical or natural sciences or mathematics and two years of professional supervisory experience as described above can substitute for the required experience. 

 
Preferred Qualifications: 

Preference may be given to candidates with the following qualifications:

• A Master’s degree or Ph.D. in marine science or fisheries


• Multiple years of supervisory experience


• Demonstrated experience in fisheries-independent data collection, management, and analysis


• Strong technical writing and scientific communication skills

Requirements:
Employement in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate. 

Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.

Candidates selected for interviews are expected to present a seminar about their relevant research and experiences. Travel expenses for the interview are the candidate’s responsibility.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This position serves in a leadership role in the Fisheries-Independent Monitoring program of FWC’s Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, leading the Charlotte Harbor Field Laboratory. The Fisheries-Independent Monitoring (FIM) program collects abundance data on fish and invertebrates in Florida’s riverine, estuarine, and coastal reef habitats. It is FIM’s mission to provide timely and valuable data for use in the management and conservation of Florida’s diverse fishery resources. This position conducts all aspects of the FIM program with emphasis on directing and executing statistically valid research experiments and surveys in estuarine and marine waters on various sized boats to evaluate relative fish stock abundance, age composition, movement, growth, and health.

The Biological Administrator is responsible for coordinating and conducting fisheries-independent sampling, supervising personnel, and overseeing timely and accurate completion of administrative issues associated with the field lab. Scientific duties include statistically analyzing associated fisheries data, assisting with QA/QC protocols, writing and presenting scientific reports and/or manuscripts, assisting with the design and evaluation of sampling gear, preparing/reviewing proposals for continued and new surveys, and participating in the editorial review of scientific manuscripts. Administrative duties include developing and managing budgets, adhering to purchasing rules and policies, and managing the building. Supervisory duties include recruitment, training, work planning, and performance management.

Responsibilities also include coordinating activities with other FWC/FWRI scientists, outside investigators, and agencies to accomplish research relevant to the FWC mission, representing FWRI at meetings and conferences related to above job duties, collaborating with all programs at the field lab, as well as participating in public outreach efforts, as appropriate, and assisting with other Institute programs as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of management and supervisory practices

Knowledge in using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe Pro

Knowledge of statistical techniques for assessing single and multi-species processes

Knowledge of sampling designs, methods and gears used for collection of fisheries-independent data

Knowledge of fisheries biology and ecology

Knowledge of young-of-year, subadult and adult fish and invertebrate identification using dichotomous keys

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to work independently and within a team
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Ability to lead a team of scientists
Ability to perform strenuous physical activities under arduous conditions (e.g., inclement weather, rough water, shoreline wading)

Skill to collect and summarize complex fisheries data from various relational databases and outside sources

Skill to use various software packages to write code to manipulate or analyze data

Skill to develop and design fisheries research studies

Skill to maintain a valid Florida driver’s license

Skill to complete a small boat safety course

Why should I apply?

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
State of Florida employees enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement.  As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.

Health Premiums $4.17- Single / $15.00- Family Biweekly

No Cost $25,000 Life Insurance

Nine Paid State Holidays, One Personal Holiday per year

176 hours Annual Leave and 104 hours Sick Leave per year

Retirement Plan Options

State University and College Tuition Waiver Program

On the Job Trainings

Support for family planning, including paid maternity leave, adoption benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP), and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.

Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.

For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.

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.