Northeast Assistant Regional Biologist (Wildlife and Habitat Management – Wildlife Management Area System)

The Florida Fish and Wildlife is hiring an Assistant Regional Biologist in Ocala, FL, with a starting salary of $65,000. This full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree and 7 years of experience, overseeing wildlife conservation across 10 counties. Responsibilities include managing staff, budgeting, habitat restoration, and coordinating public use planning. Travel and fieldwork may be required. Application deadline is June 15, 2025.
Position Overview

Salary/Compensation: Starting at $65,000 per year
Application Deadline: 06/15/2025
Starting Date: After 07/01/2025
Hours per Week: At least 40
Education Required: Bachelor’s
Experience Required: At least 3 years

Florida Fish and Wildlife is seeking a strategic leader to serve as Assistant Regional Biologist in Ocala, overseeing Wildlife and Habitat Management operations across 10 counties. This high-impact role manages wildlife conservation programs across over 1 million acres, advancing restoration, public use, and interagency coordination.

Description

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in connected natural landscapes. As Assistant Regional Biologist, you’ll support the Wildlife and Habitat Management section in planning and executing conservation strategies, supervising staff, and collaborating with landowners and partner agencies. The position will significantly shape wildlife and public use management on numerous WMA/WEA sites across the Northeast Region.

Responsibilities
• Assist in regional planning, Federal Aid reporting, and inter-agency coordination
• Supervise three Biological Administrators and OPS staff
• Develop and monitor regional budgets
• Oversee habitat restoration and enhancement projects
• Evaluate and prescribe land management practices, including prescribed burns
• Analyze wildlife populations and recommend regulatory changes
• Coordinate public use and recreational planning across management areas
• Contribute to acquisition reviews and long-term ecological strategies

Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field
• 7 years of relevant professional experience (a bachelor’s degree may substitute for 4 years)
• Strong land and wildlife management knowledge
• Administrative, organizational, and personnel leadership skills
• Valid Florida Driver’s License
• Successful Level 2 background check
• Willingness to file annual Statement of Financial Interest

Preferred Qualifications
• Florida Certified Burn Manager’s Certificate
• Familiarity with Florida procurement procedures
• Experience with GIS, restoration planning, and habitat assessment
• Background in supervising multidisciplinary field teams

Additional Notes

This is not an entry-level role. Travel, overnight fieldwork, and weekend hours may be required. This position plays a central role in the management of Florida’s public conservation lands and will directly influence strategic conservation across the region.

Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports a drug-free workplace. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.

How to Apply

Apply online at: https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/OCALA-BIOLOGICAL-ADMINISTRATOR-II-SES-77072836-FL-34471/1275306000/
Contact:
Matthew Hortman
Matthew.Hortman@myFWC.com (preferred contact method)