About the role
Requisition No: 886410
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: OPS Scientific/Engineering Programmer - 77907337
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 77907337
Salary: $26/hour
Posting Closing Date: 11/16/2026
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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Marine Mammal Section – OPS Position
$26 per hour
100 8th Avenue Southeast
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
FWRI – Marine Mammal Section
OPS Scientific/Engineering Programmer- 77907337
St. Petersburg, Florida - $26 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:
3 years’ professional experience in computer systems analysis and/or computer programming is required.
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in computer sciences or management information systems and one year of professional computer systems analysis and/or computer programming experience; or
A master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the computer sciences can substitute for the required experience.
Coursework or demonstrated experience in C#, Visual Studio, and SQL.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference may be given to candidates with demonstrated experience with biological datasets.
Requirements:
Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate.
Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume.
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
This position is for a scientific programmer with the Marine Mammal Section of the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) to support Florida marine mammal population research and monitoring. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing timely data management support to FWRI’s Marine Mammal research staff. The services include assistance in the design and development of .Net applications using Visual Studio to ensure data access, quality, and viability. This assistance may be in the form of writing and designing application front ends for SQL database backends, assisting in the development of SQL database backends; writing and maintaining documentation and data manuals; recommending and implementing appropriate tools, methods, and software as necessary; or discussing workflow issues, priority needs, and potential solutions; ensure appropriate agency policies and procedures are followed for data storage, project workflow documentation, software selection, metadata generation, and security.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of authentication and security best practices
Knowledge of biological research methods and data
Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming with a focus on reusability
Skilled in using a personal computer using Microsoft software, including proficiency in Excel, Access, and SQL
Skilled in writing and developing stored procedures using SSMS SQL/T-SQL
Ability to develop and construct .Net applications in Visual Studio to produce software that will be used for biological data storage and analysis
Ability to organize, coordinate, and prioritize work assignments independently and collaboratively to establish and meet work related goals
Ability to communicate effectively graphically, verbally, and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with research staff and others.
Eligible candidates must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
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 https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.
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.