Florida Department of Health in Glades County and is a key member of the Epidemiology Staff.
The position will be responsible for completing investigations of individuals who are reported with communicable or reportable disease. This includes specific counseling, education, and follow-up activities to affected patients, households, groups, institutions, or communities as appropriate to prevent further transmissions or exposure.
The position will be responsible to collect and maintain data as well as provide analysis of data to track incidence, prevalence, risk factors, and trends for disease. It will coordinate foodborne and waterborne illness investigations, & Infection Control
backssments and Responses. This includes data collection, reporting, follow-up, and monitoring. The position will coordinate with environmental health, disease control programs, health centers and CHD staff to ensure coordination of care.
The position is responsible for case management of TB clients. The position will identify contacts of active TB clients and conduct contact investigations including education, appropriate testing, and follow-up, as indicated. The position is responsible for thorough documentation in HMS re: compliance, correspondence, care, and coordination and will perform input of completed reportable and non-reportable disease cases in the Merlin and Epi databases.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must have thorough knowledge epidemiological and publice health principals, practices and techniques.
Ability for critical thinking, prioritizing, and multi-tasking. MUST HAVE EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND ABILITY TO EDUCATE AND COUNSEL CLIENTS ON HEALTH-RELATED MATTERS AND TO EFFECTIVELY WORK WITH MANAGEMENT AND SUBORDINATES. A. STATUTES, RULES, AND REGULATIONS THAT PERTAIN TO THE PROGRAM. B. MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE: 1. KNOWLEDGE OF THE PREVENTION OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES OF PUBLIC HEALTH SIGNIFICANCE, PREVENTION OF DISEASES OF ENVIRONMENTAL ORIGIN, PREVENTION OF INJURIES, PROMOTION OF HEALTHY BEHAVIORS, RESPONSE TO DISASTERS AND ASSISTANCE IN THE RECOVERY, AND PROVIDING ACCESS TO CARE.
2. USE OF INSTITUTE OF HEALTHCARE IMPROVEMENT QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROCESS C. INITIATIVE: IS SELF-CONFIDENT, MOTIVATED, AND HAS AN ENTHUSIASTIC DRIVE TO PERFORM CURRENT JOB DUTIES & UNDERTAKES DUTIES OF GREATER RESPONSIBILITY. D. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: SHOWS UNDERSTANDING, FRIENDLINESS, COURTESY, TACT, EMPATHY, COOPERATION, CONCERN, AND POLITENESS TO OTHERS; RELATES WELL TO DIFFERENT PEOPLE FROM VARIED BACKGROUNDS AND DIFFERENT SITUATIONS. E. TECHNOLOGY: NAVIGATES THE INTERNET, USES OFFICE SUITE AND ASSORTED SOFTWARE, AND USES TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT.
F. MOTIVATIONAL SKILLS: MOTIVATES, PROVIDES CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK, POSITIVE RECOGNITION, AND ORGANIZE ACTIVITIES TO IMPROVE THE CLINIC TEAM SKILLS AND PERFORMANCE. G. HUMAN RELATIONS: WORKS WITH OTHERS IN A PROFESSIONAL, CONSIDERATE AND HELPFUL MANNER. PROJECTS A POSITIVE IMAGE OF DOH-GLADES AND SELF. H. COMMUNICATION (ORAL & WRITTEN): TAKES THE INITIATIVE TO COMMUNICATE ACCURATE, UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION TO PEERS AND MANAGEMENT. EXPRESSES THOUGHTS CLEARLY, BOTH VERBALLY AND IN WRITING. LISTENS AND UNDERSTANDS THE VIEWS OF OTHERS. I. CUSTOMER SERVICE: WORKS WITH CLIENTS AND CUSTOMERS (THAT IS, ANY INDIVIDUALS WHO USES OR RECEIVES THE SERVICES OR PRODUCTS THAT YOUR WORK UNIT PRODUCES, INCLUDING THE PUBLIC, INDIVIDUALS WHO WORK IN THE AGENCY, OTHER AGENCIES, OR ORGANIZATIONS OUTSIDE THE GOVERNMENT) TO backs S THEIR NEEDS, PROVIDE INFORMATION OR ASSISTANCE, RESOLVE THEIR PROBLEMS, OR SATISFY THEIR EXPECTATIONS; KNOWS ABOUT AVAILABLE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES; IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING EXCELLENCE IN PRODUCTS AND SERVICES.
J. TIME MANAGEMENT: MANAGES A VARIETY OF RESPONSIBILITIES IN A TIMELY, EFFICIENT MANNERAND HAS THE ABILITY TO PRIORITIZE TASKS. K. FLEXIBILITY: MUST HAVE THE ABILITY TO FLEX WORK SCHEDULE AND TRAVEL.
L. GATHERING INFORMATION: OBSERVE, RECEIVE, AND OBTAIN INFORMATION FROM ALL RELEVANT SOURCES. KNOWLEDGE OF METHODS OF DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS. ABILITY TO COLLECT, EVALUATE, AND ANALYZE, DATA TO DEVELOP ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATIONS, SOLVE PROBLEMS, DOCUMENT WORKFLOW, AND OTHER ACTIVITIES RELATING TO THE IMPROVEMENT OF OPERATION AND MANAGEMENT PRACTICES. ABILITY TO ORGANIZE DATA INTO LOGICAL FORMAT FOR THE PRESENTATION IN REPORTS, DOCUMENTS, AND OTHER WRITTEN MATERIALS. M. TRAINING AND TEACHING OTHERS: WILL COMPLETE MANDATORY TRAININGS WITHIN REQUIRED TIME FRAMES.
IDENTIFY THE EDUCATIONAL NEEDS OF OTHERS; DEVELOP FORMAL EDUCATIONAL OR TRAINING PROGRAMS OR CLASSES; TEACH AND INSTRUCT OTHERS. N. PROBLEM SOLVING: 1. ABILITY TO UTILIZE PROBLEM-SOLVING TECHNIQUES. 2. ABILITY TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY. THIS POSITION REQUIRES THE ABILITY TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY WITH MINIMAL SUPERVISION. Qualifications: Minimum: Willing to work during or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency? Emergency duty required of the incumbent of this position includes working in Special Needs or Red Cross Shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural Have a bachelor’s degree in science, intermediate computer skills, and knowledge in epidemiological statistical methods Must possess a valid Florida driver's license Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values: Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision: To be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Values: I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems. A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect. R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners. E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement. Where You Will Work: Moore Haven, Florida The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available: • State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory) • Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements.
Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office) • Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed) • Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed) • Deferred Compensation (voluntary) • Employee Assistance Program (voluntary) • And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www. mybenefits. Please be advised: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
For more information, please visit the SSS website: http: //www. sss. gov If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.
E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center -xyz X).
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. Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.
Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
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 -xyz X). 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.
equipment operator qualification testing/observation. Health insurance available after 90 days - Vision, Dental & Aflac plans available - Year-round work - Overtime available. Drug Free Work Environment & EEO-M/F/D/V. For consideration please call Chrissy 561-791-xyz X.
reflect and recharge. The manufacturer’s signature brands include Belgard® and Echelon® hardscape and masonry materials; Barrette Outdoor Living® and Moisture Shield® fencing, decking and railing; Sakrete® and Amerimix® packaged concrete and mortar; Techniseal® sands, jointing technologies and surface protectors; Pebble Tec® pool finishes; plus popular brands of landscape and gardening materials.
Summary As an Oldcastle Maintenance and Repair Mechanic, you will be responsible for the preventive maintenance, repair and installation of manufacturing equipment. Maintenance and Repair Mechanics also provide maintenance support for the various facilities and structures on company property.
The successful candidate must be able to work safely in a fast-paced, covered and uncovered manufacturing facility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Install, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair equipment, electrical components and special purpose machines as assigned Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary Operate a variety of hand and power tools to repair, grease, weld, cut, change parts and complete tasks as assigned Inspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, or perform other maintenance actions, following checklists.
Perform routine preventive
maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly Dismantle equipment to gain access to and remove defective parts using hoists, cranes, hand tools and power tools Ability to think independently while successfully functioning in a team environment, with a proven track record of contributing toward team goals Requirements At least 3 years of maintenance/electrician experience with at least two years working in a manufacturing environment.
Requires prior experience with PLCs, and ability to read schematics High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Working knowledge of basic safety programs, particularly lock-out/tag-out procedures, as well as principles of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and mechanics Physical Requirements Physical requirements include lifting at least 65 lbs.
extended standing, walking, sitting, bending, climbing, working inside and outside, and use of fall protection equipment Able to perform job tasks in sometimes dusty, hot and/or cold working conditions What CRH Offers You Highly competitive base pay Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs Group retirement savings program Health and wellness programs A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion About CRH CRH has a long and proud heritage.
We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization. If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application.
Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest! Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.
As a restaurant team member, we want you to go beyond the day-to-day work and truly succeed. You will have the chance to interact with people from all over, making their travels and their day better. If you enjoy making people smile and are looking for a great opportunity to grow along with a winning team, join us today.
We are hiring immediately! How You Will Fit In Be at least 16 years old. Win customers over by being friendly and impressing them with your care. Prepare and maintain food products in accordance with health regulations and company standards. Always put the safety and happiness of your customers first. Operate all assigned equipment safely and efficiently. Ability to work
a flexible schedule to include some nights, weekends, and/or holidays. Be reliable, accountable, and presentable. Capability to lift up to 50 pounds, working up to 8-hour shifts and doing light paperwork, including basic math.
Benefits That Can’t Be Beat Medical/Dental/Vision and Life Insurance Plans Flexible Scheduling Road to Success Program for career development On-the-job training Competitive pay (weekly pay) Team Member bonus program Referral bonuses Holiday pay 401(k) with matching contributions Parental Leave Adoption Assistance Pet Insurance Benefits for part time team member too! Employee Assistance Program Typical Physical Demands Regularly required to talk and hear Requires
standing and walking, with some bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing Occasional lifting of up to 50lbs Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus Work Environment While performing these duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outdoor elements in all seasons.
Occasionally, the employee will also be exposed to fumes and particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud at times. While performing these duties, the employee may be exposed to dirt, dust, grime, grease, oil, gas, high-concentrated cleaning solutions, etc.
Diversity Statement From the founding of Love’s, our leaders have been passionate about providing excellent customer experiences and helping our Team Members grow. We do both within a culture of respect and inclusion. In order to sustain this culture, we will welcome individuals who are diverse in experiences, age, race, gender, interactionual orientation, religion and physical or mental ability. Also, we are committed to sustaining a professional working environment where ALL people feel respected. By doing these things we will cultivate a diversity of thought and a spirit of innovation.
Grow Far with Love's Opportunity is our biggest benefit! As a family-based company, we are committed to adhering to our values. Ensuring that each and every one of our people succeed is central to these values. The Road to Success Program offers leadership and management skills training. If management is your path, we’ll help you get there. As a merit-based culture, we champion creative and valuable ideas and hard work is not only recognized but rewarded. Whether you’re looking for part-time work to supplement your income or to grow into a leadership role, with Love’s all roads lead to success.
Job Function(s): Restaurant Love’ s Travel Stops & Country Stores is the industry-leading travel stop network in the United States. For more than 55 years, we have provided customers with highway hospitality and “Clean Places, Friendly Faces. ” We are passionate about serving drivers with clean, modern facilities stocked with fuel, food and supplies. We offer meals from popular restaurant chains, trucking supplies, showers and everything needed to get back on the road quickly. The Love’s Family of Companies includes: Gemini Motor Transport, one of the industry’s safest trucking fleets Speedco, the light mechanical and trucking service specialists Musket, a rapidly growing, Houston-based commodities supplier and trader Trillium, a Houston-based alternative fuels expert
hospitality. As a retail cashier, we want you to go beyond the day-to-day work and truly succeed. You will have the chance to interact with people from all over, making their travels and their day better. If you enjoy making people smile and are looking for a great opportunity to grow along with a winning team, join us today!
How You Will Fit In Win customers over by being friendly and impressing them with your care Always put the safety and happiness of your customers first Take ownership in helping to run the store, operating the point of sale system, assisting customers, and providing general housekeeping Be a source for answers as customers ask for directions or need to locate something
in the store Ability to work a flexible schedule to include some nights, weekends or holidays Be reliable, accountable and presentable Capability to do some light lifting, working up to 8-hour shifts and doing light paperwork, including basic math Benefits That Can’t Be Beat Medical/Dental/Vision and Life Insurance Plans Flexible Scheduling Road to Success Program for career development On-the-job training Competitive pay (paid weekly) Team Member bonus program Holiday pay 401(k) with matching contributions Pet Insurance Parental Leave Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program Typical Physical Demands Regularly required to talk and hear Requires standing and walking, with some bending,
kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing Occasional lifting of up to 50lbs Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus Work Environment While performing these duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outdoor elements in all seasons.
Occasionally, the employee will also be exposed to fumes and particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud at times. While performing these duties, the employee may be exposed to dirt, dust, grime, grease, oil, gas, high-concentrated cleaning solutions, etc.
Diversity Statement From the founding of Love’s, our leaders have been passionate about providing excellent customer experiences and helping our Team Members grow. We do both within a culture of respect and inclusion. In order to sustain this culture, we will welcome individuals who are diverse in experiences, age, race, gender, interactionual orientation, religion and physical or mental ability. Also, we are committed to sustaining a professional working environment where ALL people feel respected. By doing these things we will cultivate diversity of thought and a spirit of innovation.
Grow Far with Love's As a family-based company, we are committed to adhering to our values. Ensuring that each and every one of our people succeed is central to these values. The Road to Success Program offers leadership and management skills training. If management is your path, we will help you get there. As a merit-based culture, we champion creative and valuable ideas and hard work is not only recognized, but rewarded. Whether youa rre looking for part-time work to supplement your income or to grow into a leadership role, with Love’s, all roads lead to success! Job Function(s): Retail Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores is the industry-leading travel stop network in the United States.
For more than 55 years, we have provided customers with highway hospitality and “Clean Places, Friendly Faces. ” We are passionate about serving drivers with clean, modern facilities stocked with fuel, food and supplies. We offer meals from popular restaurant chains, trucking supplies, showers and everything needed to get back on the road quickly. The Love’s Family of Companies includes: Gemini Motor Transport, one of the industry’s safest trucking fleets Speedco, the light mechanical and trucking service specialists Musket, a rapidly growing, Houston-based commodities supplier and trader Trillium, a Houston-based alternative fuels expert
a lot of pride in making customers want to come back and your work makes a big difference. How You Will Fit In Win customers over by being friendly and impressing them with your care Always put the safety and happiness of your customers first Take ownership in helping to run the store, operating the point-of-sale system, assisting customers, providing general housekeeping, and facilities maintenance tasks Be a source for answers as customers ask for directions or need to locate something in the store Ability to work a flexible schedule to include some nights, weekends, or holidays Be reliable, accountable, and presentable Capability to do some light lifting, working up to 8-hour shifts and doing
light paperwork, including basic math.
Benefits That Can't Be Beat Medical/Dental/Vision and Life Insurance Plans Flexible Scheduling Road to Success Program for career development On-the-job training Competitive pay (paid weekly) Team Member bonus program Holiday pay 401(k) with matching contributions Parental Leave Adoption Assistance Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Typical Physical Demands Regularly required to talk and hear Requires standing and walking, with some bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing Occasional lifting of up to 50lbs Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision,
depth perception and ability to adjust focus Work Environment While performing these duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outdoor elements in all seasons.
Occasionally, the employee will also be exposed to fumes and particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud at times. While performing these duties, the employee may be exposed to dirt, dust, grime, grease, oil, gas, high-concentrated cleaning solutions, etc. Diversity Statement From the founding of Love’s, our leaders have been passionate about providing excellent customer experiences and helping our Team Members grow. We do both within a culture of respect and inclusion.
In order to sustain this culture, we will welcome individuals who are diverse in experiences, age, race, gender, interactionual orientation, religion and physical or mental ability. Also, we are committed to sustaining a professional working environment where ALL people feel respected. By doing these things we will cultivate diversity of thought and a spirit of innovation. Grow Far with Love's As a family-based company, we are committed to adhering to our values. Ensuring that each of our people has success is central to these values. The Road to Success Program offers leadership and management skills training.
If management is your path, we will help you get there. As a merit-based culture, we champion creative and valuable ideas and challenging work is not only recognized but rewarded. Whether you are looking for part-time work to supplement your income or to grow into a leadership role, with Love’s, all roads lead to success! Job Function(s): Retail Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores is the industry-leading travel stop network in the United States. For more than 55 years, we have provided customers with highway hospitality and “Clean Places, Friendly Faces.
” We’re passionate about serving drivers with clean, modern facilities stocked with fuel, food and supplies. We offer meals from popular restaurant chains, trucking supplies, showers and everything needed to get back on the road quickly. The Love’s Family of Companies includes: Gemini Motor Transport, one of the industry’s safest trucking fleets Speedco, the light mechanical and trucking service specialists Musket, a rapidly growing, Houston-based commodities supplier and trader Trillium, a Houston-based alternative fuels expert
successful completion of a background check.
Position number: 77072753 Position address and telephone number: 100 CR 832, Felda, FL 33930, (863) 612-xyz X Supervisor: Ryder Hochmuth Description of duties: The FWC’s South Region is seeking a highly motivated biologist to lead a team of Wildlife and Habitat Management Section staff on the Okaloacoochee (OK) Slough Wildlife Management Area (WMA) located in Hendry County, Florida.
Primary responsibilities include planning, development, and implementation of hydrologic, habitat, and wildlife management programs for this 58,880-acre WMA. This includes the application of prescribed fire, conducting and providing oversight for invasive
vegetation control, assisting in the development and promotion of public use programs including both hunting and non-hunting uses, and helping to set management and restoration objectives consistent with agency and division directives.
Additionally, this position will conduct wildlife and vegetation surveys, coordinate and implement managed public hunts on the WMA, as well as the Stormwater Treatment Area(s) as needed, collect biological data from hunter-harvested animals, prepare and submit administrative and biological reports, maintain equipment in a safe and useable condition, and further agency goals through interactions with cooperating agencies and stakeholders. This position also
must successfully coordinate with the Florida Forest Service on management issues related to the neighboring OK Slough State Forest.
This Lead Area Biologist position will work as a team with other WMAs within the District or South Region to accomplish management actions such as prescribed burning. The successful candidate will supervise three full-time staff of one Biological Scientist II and two Fish & Wildlife Technicians, and will supervise seasonal hunter check station operators as necessary. The incumbent will regularly work independently in the field. The i ncumbent will attend regional and divisional meetings as well as various training courses as necessary.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of Florida ecosystems and natural processes, wildlife ecology, ecosystem management, water management, fire ecology and plant succession. Applied knowledge of the principles and practices of habitat management and restoration, including prescribed fire, mechanical and chemical vegetation control, and exotic plant control. Wildlife habitat survey and inventory knowledge; ability to collect and analyze biological data. Ability to track spending and monitor budgets. Ability to create scientific reports free of grammatical and typographical errors.
Ability to interact with stakeholders, co-workers, and cooperating agencies in a professional manner. Knowledge of hunting as a wildlife management tool. Familiarity with infrastructure development and maintenance. Familiarity with outdoor recreational activities and the facilities needed to support them. Proficiency with typical Windows applications and Arc GIS. Ability to effectively supervise staff. Well-organized, able to communicate effectively, and able to supervise and delegate tasks effectively. Ability to oversee multiple projects and set priorities. Incumbent must possess the initiative, motivation, and self-direction necessary to work productively unsupervised alone as well as function as a member of a team.
Ability to operate outside under inclement weather conditions and specialized off-road vehicles. Preferred Qualifications: At least 2 years of experience in habitat and/or wildlife management. Supervisory experience. Florida Prescribed Burn Manager. Strong familiarity with both native and exotic vegetation in South Florida. Experience with habitat restoration work, wildlife surveys, and prescribed burning. Broadband code: Class code: 5074 Region: South Title: Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist III County: Hendry Working hours: 8-5 M-F, evening and weekends as required.
List of any subordinates supervised: 1 Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist II, 2 Fish & Wildlife Technicians, and seasonal staff as necessary. Residency requirement: Reside within a 25-mile radius of the Okaloacoochee Slough/Spirit-of-the-Wild Field Office. Level of Education: Preferred Bachelor of Science degree with a major in one of the biological sciences preferred. Other requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Must possess and maintain a valid minimum Class E State of Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record. Occasional overnight travel is required. Hire-in Pay: $1,730.77 biweekly + benefits 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 -xyz X). 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. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
