Deadline: Tue, 11/29/2022 - 12:00pm Employer: Maine Department of Marine Resources Job Field: Fisheries Policy/Administrative Job Type: Full Time Location: Maine Location Detail: Augusta Job Description: This is professional services work coordinating marine resource management programs 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 short-nose sturgeon, sea-run brook trout, and sea lamprey. This position will be responsible for administering sea-run fish connectivity and habitat restoration projects as part of a $7.6m program in the Maine Jobs and Recovery Act in coordination with the Maine Coastal Program, developing and coordinating fish passage and habitat restoration projects including grant writing and administration, and providing monitoring, scientific, and planning support for sea-run fish management and conservation across programs. 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. Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific, technical, or engineering discipline, or equivalent in directly related work experience in natural resource program management or position specific expertise. Preferred Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications for this position include a minimum of two years direct experience or extensive knowledge of diadromous species resource issues. Additional experience we are looking for: strong interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrated analytical and technical writing skills, program management skills, demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at the same time, ability to successfully convey scientific information to nonscientific audiences, experience conducting meetings and building consensus, experience dealing with contentious issues, ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, computer skills, and willingness to travel. Salary: $52,577.82 - $70,901.06 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 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 benefitsfor State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. How to Apply: https://mainebhr.hire.trakstar.com/jobs/fk029yi/
