Marine Resource Scientist III - 2749 - West Boothbay Harbor (Limited Period)

Boothbay Harbor , Maine , United States | Marine Science | Full-time

Apply by: Oct. 25, 2024

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MARINE RESOURCE SCIENTIST III

Opening Date:September 27, 2024Closing Date:October 25, 2024

Location:West Boothbay HarborPosition #:07200-2749

Position Type:Full Time(Limited Period)Class Code:9364

Grade/Salary: Grade 29 (Supervisory) - $69,992.00 - $99,049.60 Per Year*

*(This includes the 5.5% Market Salary Adjustment)

The Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is seeking applicants with strong scientific skills to fill alimited periodMarine Resource Scientist III position in the Marine Mammal Research Division/Bureau of Marine Science located at the West Boothbay Harbor Laboratory.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:This is a new position created to be the scientific lead for the implementation of real-time passive acoustic monitoring of North Atlantic right whales within DMR’s Passive Acoustics Program. The position will be responsible for designing and implementing high priority research and new monitoring programs, as well as work directly with DMR’s Policy staff to design relevant management strategies. Currently, a large focus of the work is on the endangered North Atlantic right whale, including understanding their distribution and habitat use along Maine’s coast and how the resulting overlap with fixed gear fisheries impacts both right whale conservation and management of the fishery. In addition to biological research, the position will work directly with fixed gear fisheries and policy staff to develop and test mitigation measures such as dynamic management, to reduce the risk of entanglement. This position will also represent DMR at state, regional, and federal meetings and working groups as appointed. The position will lead and support partners in collaborative research projects, including pursuing external funding opportunities that align with DMR’s priorities. The position will provide recommendations, scientific analyses, and input to the Commissioner’s Office on large whale conservation, fishery management, offshore wind development, and other related issues as needed. Finally, the position will work across programmatic lines within the DMR to foster collaboration and maximize DMR’s strengths. This is a supervisory position that could include the direct supervision of multiple DMR staff members and contractors.

Applicants should have experience in real-time passive acoustic data collection and analysis and be able to demonstrate knowledge of large whale biology and related bycatch issues. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working collaboratively with the fishing industry, as well as applying their scientific work to management needs. Knowledge of aerial survey methodologies is also preferred. A successful candidate should demonstrate strong supervisory, analytical, project design, and writing skills.

Experience in Microsoft Access, R, MATLAB, Python, and GIS are preferred but not required.

For questions specific to the position, please contact the Hiring Manager, Erin Summers, at: erin.l.summers@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.

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• 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.

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