Employer Maine Department of Marine Resources Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills This is professional services work coordinating marine resource management projects focused on native diadromous or “Sea-Run” species in Maine, which include Atlantic salmon, American eel, striped bass, river herring, shad, rainbow smelt, Atlantic and shortnose sturgeon, sea-run brook trout, and sea lamprey. These positions will be responsible for administering, developing, and coordinating fish passage and habitat restoration projects, administering federal grants focused on sea-run fish passage and habitat restoration, ensuring compliance with permits, and conducting fisheries effectiveness monitoring. These positions will oversee restoration projects including dam removals, installation of technical and nature like fishways, and culvert upgrades to improve habitat connectivity for sea-run fish species. These tasks will often be completed in close coordination with other state and federal agencies, NGO’s, the fishing industry, municipalities, and other interested parties. These positions can be located in our Augusta or Jonesboro offices. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education, training, and/or experience demonstrating technical expertise in marine resource and aquaculture program management or development and implementation of complex marine resource focused conservation projects.Preferred Qualifications for this position include A minimum of two years’ direct experience or extensive knowledge of diadromous species resource issues and/or a graduate degree. Additional experience we are looking for: Strong interpersonal and communication skillsDemonstrated analytical and technical writing skillsProgram management skillsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at the same timeAbility to successfully convey scientific information to nonscientific audiencesExperience conducting meetings and building consensusExperience dealing with contentious issuesAbility to work effectively with minimal supervisionComputer skillsWillingness to travel Job Field: Fisheries Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Augusta Maine or Jonesboro Maine Salary: $64k-$91k annual salary Job Benefits: No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: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 annually. 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 ($11,196.96-$13,172.88 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 Officeof Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value). Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 13.29% 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 forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days 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. Application Deadline: Mon, 11/18/2024 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://mainebhr.hire.trakstar.com/jobs/fk0p1qf/
