Scientist 3
South Florida Water Management District
Dupuis Reserve, FL
Job Description:
This scientist position participates in programs administered by the Land Stewardship Section and performs a variety of land management functions to assure District-owned lands are properly managed for recreational and ecological purposes.
This position conducts a wide range of technical and complex land management activities requiring a working knowledge of various ecological principles as well as expertise acquired through a combination of past work experience and formal educational training. Specific duties include planning and conducting prescribed burns, managing exotic plant control contracts, performing and managing contracted mechanical vegetation control activities, participating in public use/recreation management activities, vegetation and wildlife monitoring, monitoring agricultural leases, and developing and implementing hydrologic and vegetative restoration projects.
Employment Guidelines:
- Typically has a bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, wildlife, or a related natural science discipline and 2+ years of related experience that demonstrates measurable career progression within the field of natural resource management.
Licenses:
- Valid State of Florida Driver’s License.
- Possession or ability to acquire a State of Florida prescribed burners certification within 180 days.
To Apply:
We encourage you to get to know us better. For more information about our organization, this opportunity or to apply, please visit: www.sfwmd.gov/careers. Job Reference: 2352BR. The SFWMD offers competitive wages and benefits. EOE.