Marine Resource Management Coordinator

Department of Marine Resources•Augusta, ME

28d•$64,646 - $90,896•Hybrid

About The Position

This is professional services work focused primarily on the development and implementation of the Department's Land Based Aquaculture (LBA) Program. This includes the intake and review of LBA applications and drafting of licensing decisions. The position will also coordinate with staff in the Department's Seafood Inspection and Pathology Programs to ensure that the licensing of land-based facilities culturing marine organisms complies with laws and rules under the jurisdiction of those respective programs. The position would also help coordinate compliance action between the Aquaculture Division and Seafood Inspection Program including analyzing inspection data to draft reports that may be used in formal proceedings and the processing of lease and license applications. The position will also be responsible for developing and implementing any new licensing programs within the Aquaculture Division. Work is performed under limited supervision. This position reports to Augusta, but some remote work is possible with supervisor approval.

Requirements

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.
Ability to plan and oversee the work of coworkers, and teams.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to write clearly and effectively.
Ability to resolve conflicts when dealing with diverse groups within the regulated community.
Ability to work effectively both as a team leader and a team member.
Ability to utilize standard computer software.
Ability to work independently and manage numerous active case files/pending applications effectively and efficiently.

Responsibilities

Develops, implements, coordinates, and oversees statewide policies and programs addressing identified needs.
Advises senior staff on aquaculture issues, and recommends actions to keep management advised, resolve issues and concerns, and determine priorities.
Identifies, researches, and analyzes aquaculture issues and develops recommendations to address identified needs.
Attends meetings, seminars, and conferences relating to aquaculture to represent the Department in local, state, and federal arenas.
Prepares reports, letters, and other informational documents relating to aquaculture issues to document findings and recommendations and explain the Department's position.
Responds to inquiries from attorneys, members of the public, industry, and other interested parties to provide information and explain the Department's position.
Receives and reviews new applications for aquaculture licenses to ensure completeness and adequacy.
Drafts decision documents for the Department that detail all evidence, findings, and conclusions of law.

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 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 ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 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 ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.11% 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 .