IF&W RESOURCE SUPERVISOR

(FISHERIES)

Have you dreamed of leading a team within the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife? Do you have a passion for managing Maine’s inland fisheries resources? Want to make a difference in the state of Maine? Then this opportunity is for you!

The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is seeking to fill a Supervisory Fisheries Biologist vacancy at the Strong headquarters, serving Region D – the Rangeley Lake Region.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is professional services and scientific work at the supervisory level, involving management of the State’s inland fisheries by protecting, preserving, and enhancing Maine’s natural resources. This position is the lead of a three-person team and reports to the Fisheries Management Section Supervisor in carrying out departmental goals and objectives. The scope of work is broad with varying levels of complexity. Work is performed under limited supervision, outside in all weather conditions, and periodically during nights and weekends.

The position responsibilities include the following tasks:

• Oversees, implements, and administers complex regional and statewide work programs.
• Oversees and directs freshwater fisheries management goals and objectives within the region.
• Evaluates and analyzes collected data, formulates conclusions, and writes scientific reports.
• Performs program support activities to plan, prioritize, and implement work plans, contracts, regulation changes, stocking allocations, etc.
• Develops, coordinates, and implements applied management projects from conceptualization to implementation of results.
• Develops new techniques and programs for effective resource management.
• Represents the department through attendance at various citizen organizations, regional, and statewide meetings.
• Provides direct supervision of State employees who conduct biological studies, research, and field reviews.
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates the work performance of professional and technical staff members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Fisheries or Wildlife Management, or related field -AND- two (2) years of progressively responsible related laboratory or field research and/or management experience. Equivalent experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preference will be given to candidates that successfully demonstrate:

• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to work collaboratively.
• Experience successfully leading projects and managing teams.
• Experience sampling fish populations through a variety of methods.
• Experience working with members of the public on freshwater fisheries issues.
• Ability to chair and facilitate committee meetings and stakeholder work groups.

Supplemental Questions: The supplemental questions below MUST be answered and submitted with your application:

1. Briefly describe your experience supervising employees and/or leading field crews.
2. Briefly describe your experience inventorying, surveying, and monitoring inland fisheries resources.
3. Briefly describe your experience communicating both orally and in writing with lay and technical audiences.
4. Briefly describe your experience working with fisheries related data, including acknowledgement of the database and analysis software programs with which you have direct experience.
5. Briefly describe your experience and role in creating and/or maintaining relationships with State/Federal/Tribal governments/agencies, outside partners, and public interest groups on fisheries related issues.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "APPLY" button below along with uploading a Cover Letter, current Resume, and Answers to the Supplemental Questions. 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, Resume, and Answers to the Supplemental Questions, 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.

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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 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 ($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.

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.

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