Director of SYCC - 77072648

Requisition No: 848151 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: Director of SYCC - 77072648

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77072648 

Salary:  $53,665.00 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 03/18/2025 

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Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network

Education and Training Specialist – Career Service Position with Benefits

$2,064.03 Biweekly, $53,665 Annually

6650 Dickman Road

Apollo Beach, FL  33572

 

 Office of Conservation Engagement and Education

Education and Training Specialist - CS 77072648

Director of the Suncoast Youth Conservation Center

Apollo Beach, Florida - $53,665 Annually

 

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:

• Six years of professional experience in natural science or education, two of which must have been in management of camp facilities, nature centers, or environmental/conservation education centers with a focus on youth programming.
• Substitution of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in management of camp facilities, nature centers, or environmental/conservation education centers with a focus on youth programming. OR
• Substitution of a masters degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in management of camp facilities, nature centers, or environmental/conservation education centers with a focus on youth programming. OR
• A doctorate from an accredited college or university can substitute for the required experience.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience. 

 

Requirements:

• Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License.
• Statewide travel is required to perform the duties of this position (1-25%).
• Full-time, 40 hours/week; 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (ET); Monday to Friday. Schedule changes to 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM (ET) during summer camp (June and July). Some weekends/evenings during travel, events, and public visitor season Program activities may occasionally require hours in excess of 8 hours per day.
• Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. The criminal history check must be completed prior to or within the first three days of employment.
• Within six months of employment - successful completion and certification in: First Aid/CPR/AED, ACA Level I Kayak and Canoe Instructor, Lifeguard, FWC Trailer Training, Boater Safety Certification, Hunter Safety Certification, USA Archery Level II, and NASP BAIT (this list is subject to change depending on programming offered).
• Residency within Hillsborough County or one hour travel time of office.

 
Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This full time Career Service