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OPS Fish & Wildlife Technician

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Division of Habitat and Species Conservation is seeking a highly motivated candidate to join a team on Box-R Wildlife Management Area in Franklin County, FL. This position serves as a Fish and Wildlife Technician on a highly productive team of land managers to restore and enhance habitats for the benefit of a variety of species and for the enjoyment of Florida residents and visitors.

The successful candidate will be a key team member responsible for all aspects of management of the WMA including applications of prescribed fire as well as mechanical and chemical vegetation control to manage habitats. Habitat improvement is focused on imperiled and locally important species including, but not limited to northern bobwhite quail, white-tailed deer, and wild turkey. This position assists with planting of wildlife food plots and dove fields to benefit wildlife and ensure a high-quality recreational experience for area users. The successful candidate will also assist with collecting biological data from hunter harvested game and roadkill including Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) specimens, as well as the implementation of various wildlife surveys. Additionally, this position will assist with infrastructure construction, maintenance and repair, including roads, culverts, fences, gates, signs and buildings. The position will operate, maintain and repair area equipment and vehicles including trucks, tractors, ATVs/UTVs, heavy equipment and various implements (disc harrows, mowers, sprayers, etc.). The incumbent will assist other wildlife management areas as directed and provide technical assistance to individuals, organizations, and other government agencies regarding wildlife and habitat management. Occasionally, the successful candidate will attend regional and divisional meetings as well as various trainings as needed.