Job Description

Requisition No: 862714 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: Freshwater Fisheries Technician

 Pay Plan: Seasonal

Position Number: 77907122 

Salary: $15/Hour 

Posting Closing Date: 10/20/2025 

Total Compensation Estimator 

FWC Fish and Wildlife Research Institute – Freshwater Fisheries Research

OPS Fish and Wildlife Technician – Seasonal OPS Positions

$15 per hour

7386 NW 71st Street

Gainesville, FL 32653

  FWRI Freshwater Fisheries Research

Seasonal OPS Fish and Wildlife Technicians – OPS 77907122 and OPS 77907462

Gainesville, Florida - $15 per hour  

Our organization:

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

A high school diploma and two years of post high school experience in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological or related agriculture or construction is required.

Vocational training or an Associate’s degree in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological or related agriculture or construction from an acreddited school or college may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.  

Preferred Qualifications:  

Preference may be given to candidates with the following qualifications:

Experience operating boats and trailering.

Coursework in fisheries, wildlife, environmental, ecological or related field.

Experience sampling freshwater fish and/or aquatic ecosystems.  

Requirements:

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate. 

 

Not eligible for Telework.

Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

We are hiring two seasonal, part-time positions responsible for conducting a 24-week (November 2025 to May 2026) roving creel on Lochloosa and Newnans lakes in Alachua County. Primary responsibility will be interviewing anglers about their catch and harvest of freshwater fish species . Additional responsibilities include data entry, collecting fish carcasses from a local fish camp for aging purposes, assisting biologists with fish measurements, otolith preparation and age determinations, and collecting water samples on Lochloosa, Newnans, and Orange lakes. Occasional opportunities to assist biologists with field sampling and laboratory work will also be available. Position is expected to work weekdays and most weekend days. Performs other duties as assigned.
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of common freshwater fishes.

Skill in boat/outboard motor operation, trailer towing with a ½ ton truck.

Ability to effectively communicate with the public and supervisors.

Knowledge of sampling techniques for fish, aquatic habitat and/or water quality.

Ability to understand and follow technical instructions relating to sampling and evaluation of fish populations and aquatic habitats.

Why should I apply?

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
*Eligible OPS positions and qualifying applicants may enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. .

Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly

Low Cost $25,000 Life Insurance

OPS FICA Alternative Retirement Plan

On the Job Trainings

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

For a more complete list of benefits, visit  .

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 (1-866-663-4735). 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.

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