Marine Resource Scientist III - 1721 (West Boothbay Harbor) Boothbay Harbor , Maine , United States | Management & Supervisory | Full-time | Partially remote Apply by: Feb. 25, 2025 Apply with Linkedin Apply MARINE RESOURCE SCIENTIST III Opening Date:February 04, 2025Closing Date:February 25, 2025 Location:West Boothbay HarborPosition #:07200-1721 Position Type:Permanent Full TimeClass Code:9364 Grade/Salary: Grade 29 (Supervisory) - $69,992.00 - $99,049.60 Per Year* *(This includes the 5.5% Salary Adjustment) The Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is seeking applicants with strong scientific skills to fill a vacant Marine Resource Scientist III position in the Bureau of Public Health and Aquaculture located at the West Boothbay Harbor Laboratory. BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:This position oversees geographic information system (GIS) and other technological projects for the Bureau including project development, maintenance and management. This position is the oil spill response coordinator for the Department who assesses emergency events, provides closure recommendations and liaises with responder agencies. This position serves as one of the boat captains for the Water Quality Component of the Growing Area West Program, operating small vessels in marine environments. This is a supervisory position that includes the direct supervision of multiple DMR staff members. Additional duties include: + Performing annual staff trainings + Conducting shoreline surveys of the coastline + Collecting seawater samples from the NH border to the Penobscot River by boat and land + Emergency event response including participating in a rotating weekend and holiday on-call schedule + Report writing and review + This position will also represent DMR at state, regional, and federal meetings and working groups as appointed Applicants should have experience using GIS software, small boat handling and trailering experience, strong written and oral communication skills, and demonstrate successful supervisory capabilities. Experience in Microsoft Access, ArcGIS Online, R and Python are preferred but not required. Work is performed under limited supervision. There will be some remote work opportunities with this position that abide by DMR’s Telework Policy and with management approval. For questions specific to the position, please contact the Hiring Manager, Bryant J. Lewis, at: Bryant.J.Lewis@maine.gov MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Advanced education, training, or experience in a scientific, technical, or engineering field with coursework or demonstrated experience in the field of marine resource research and management or another related field; and experience working in a supervisory capacity. HOW TO APPLY:Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "APPLY" button below along with uploading a Cover Letter and a current Resume.In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your Resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such. If you can't apply online and you require a paper application, please download and print one here:https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with a Cover Letter and Resume,before the closing date,to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155. Please be sure that the title, and position number, of the job you are applying for is included. _______________________________________________________________ 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.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 thepremium 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 ($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 leaveis 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 aboutadditional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. 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