Biological Administrator Ii-Ses

1875 Orange Avenue East

Requisition No: 870412

Agency:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title:

BIOLOGICAL ADMINISTRATOR II-SES -

Pay Plan: SES

Position Number:

Salary: AGENCY TO UPDATE

Posting Closing Date: 03/05/2026

$2,500 Biweekly, $65,000 Annually

Tallahassee, FL 32311

Tallahassee, Florida - $65,000 Annually

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. Visit our website for more information:

Eight years of professional experience directly related to duties and responsibilities of this position.

A degree from an accredited college or university with a major course of study in marine biology, life or physical science may substitute for the required experience as follows:

• Bachelor's degree and four years of professional biological experience in a field or laboratory program; or
• A Master of Science degree and three years of professional experience in a field or laboratory program; or
• A doctorate and one year of professional experience in a field or laboratory program.

Preference may be given to candidates with the following qualifications:

• An advanced degree in marine biology, life or physical sciences, or a closely related field.
• Two years of supervisory experience.

• Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.
• Working hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
• Some travel is required and may include weeknights, weekends and holidays.
• Responses to qualifying questions should be able to be verified by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.
• Knowledge of computer software, including SAS, Excel spreadsheets, MS PowerPoint, and MS Word, is required.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

This position serves a leadership role in the Analysis and Rule making Section of the Division of Marine Fisheries Management, supervising regional biologists in Titusville, West Palm Beach, and St. Petersburg. The Analysis and Rule making Section is responsible for coordinating and developing marine fisheries policy and rule making for state-managed species. The Biological Administrator II is responsible for technical planning, leadership, evaluation, and administrative assistance to the Sub-section.

This position plays an important role in establishing networks of stakeholders, guiding technical analyses of marine fisheries data, and leading special projects. This position reports to the Section Leader and supports the Section Leader in rule making, stakeholder engagement, supervision, and other Section activities.

The position synthesizes technical fisheries assessment information in support of the agency’s marine fisheries rule making process, reviews and interprets stock assessments and fisheries regulations, evaluates life history and fisheries-dependent and independent data, and develops reports and presentations on marine fishery issues.

The Commission expects its employees to be…