Deadline: Fri, 10/14/2022 - 12:00pm Employer: Maine Forest Service Job Field: Forestry Policy/Administrative Job Type: Full Time Location: Maine Location Detail: Augusta, Maine Job Description: This is professional, interdisciplinary forestry work involved in administering Maine’s Be Woods Wise Program, a forest education and outreach program, with the goal of sustaining wildlife habitat, recreation, water quality, and timber values on Maine’s small woodland ownerships. Duties include planning, project development, project management, resource assessments, contract preparation and administration, on-site monitoring, and evaluation. A major duty of this position involves administration of large federal grants. Frequent statewide and overnight travel and evening and weekend work may be required. Qualifications: A Bachelors Degree in assigned area and four (4) years of related work experience. Equivalent related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. Preference will be given to those applicants possessing the following skills and abilities: Ability to think creatively and demonstrate initiative. Ability to work with, manage, and lead project teams in a constructive and productive manner. Ability to independently set and meet deadlines and complete multiple projects over long time periods. Ability to listen actively, communicate clearly, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of interests. Ability to work as part of a high-performance team. Knowledge of federal grant programs and general grant administration procedures. Knowledge of the full range of forest values, management principles, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of and experience in advanced adult education techniques. Licensing requirements: Successful applicant must either possess or obtain licensure as a Licensed Forester from the Maine State Board of Licensure of Foresters within one (1) year from date of employment. Salary: $49,836.80 - $67,204.80 Benefits: Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100%of employee-only premiums ($9,893.52-$11,057.52 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value). Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes at least 13.16% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee. Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense. Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office. Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program. Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. How to Apply: Please apply online at the following link:https://mainebhr.hire.trakstar.com/jobs/fk02ak8/ For more information Contact Don Mansius: donald.j.mansius@maine.gov
