Lionfish Program Coordinator

DESCRIPTION:

FWC-Division of Marine Fisheries Management, Fisheries Services Section

Position Number:  77901074

Title:                       OPS Biological Scientist IV, Lionfish Outreach Coordinator

County:                  Leon

Supervisor:            Daniel Ellinor

Salary:                    $18-$20/hour

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history record check to be completed prior to or within the first thirty days of employment.

Working Hours:          Up to 40 hours per week with schedule variations based on season and workload. Some overtime and travel required.

Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
State of Florida OPS employees 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. OPS employees also enjoy the ability to participate in the FICA Alternative Retirement Savings Plan.

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

Low-Cost Life Insurance

For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• A bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, communications, marine science, or a closely related field, and two years of professional experience is preferred. 
• Four years of professional experience related to the duties and responsibilities provided herein may substitute for the required bachelor’s degree.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Administration of lionfish outreach and educational and programs within the FWC, Division of Marine Fisheries Management.
• Represent FWC at lionfish derbies, festivals, and conferences throughout Florida.
• Lead the coordination and administration of ongoing lionfish removal incentive programs. 
• Develop and implement innovative communication strategies to promote FWC lionfish programs and increase public participation.
• Collaborate with information technology staff to maintain and improve the FWC lionfish web pages.
• Assist with new and ongoing lionfish research projects.
• Maintain social media outlets and promote FWC lionfish programs.

EXAMPLES OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong marketing and advertising skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be self-directed and outgoing with the ability to work professionally with coworkers and the public.
• Ability to communicateS effectively and in a courteous manner with a diverse range of people in person, on the phone and through video conferencing.
• Experience using various social media platforms.
• Must be willing and able to travel around the state for various events, workshops, and outreach activities.
• Must be willing and able to work weekends and other periods outside of a typical work week.
• Knowledge of personal computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience using Adobe Illustrator, In-design, and photoshop preferred.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workloads.
• Ability to think critically and collaborate with others.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver’s license 
• Open water SCUBA certification from a nationally recognized agency.

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.