Role OverviewA position is available for a responsible individual working as an Environmental Specialist II in a protected wilderness with more than 70 miles of shoreline in Charlotte and Lee Counties covering 42,500 acres of mangrove forests, marshes, scrub habitats, pine flatwoods, and other natural communities.
What You Will Do
The incumbent will participate in the execution of all facets of prescribed fire, implement ecological burning plans, aid in the restoration of cultural and natural resources, and collect, organize, and analyze biological data in the preserve.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of imperiled species monitoring and management, management of Florida natural communities, invasive species management, and prescribed fire management, hydrology, and the terminology, principles, and techniques used in biological research, analysis, or testing.
Requirements
- Valid Driver's License
- At least 3 years of verifiable related experience in one of the physical or natural sciences
- Post-secondary degrees (bachelor's or master's) from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the physical or natural sciences may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year for year basis
Benefits
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
- State Group Insurance coverage options
- Retirement plan options
- Tuition waivers
- Total Compensation Estimator Tool
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