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Marine Resource Scientist I - 2244 (West Boothbay Harbor)
Maine Department of Economic and Communuity Development
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Posted on Monday, August 26, 2024
MARINE RESOURCE SCIENTIST I
Opening Date: | August 26, 2024 | Closing Date: | September 09, 2024 |
Location: | West Boothbay Harbor | Position #: | 07200-2244 |
Position Type: | Permanent Full Time | Class Code: | 9362 |
Grade/Salary: | Grade 24 - $54,537.60 - $76,460.80 Per Year* |
The Maine Department of Marine Resources is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Marine Resource Scientist I in the Education Division.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position will act as the lead Aquarist for the Maine State Aquarium, a division within the Department of Marine Resources. The position will perform technical aquarium work caring for live specimens at the Maine State Aquarium.
Responsibilities include:
- Applying aquarium science and techniques to the feeding and caring of aquatic animals.
- Performing emergency repairs to aquariums and life support systems.
- Creating and maintaining displays for the Aquarium and its outreach programs and events.
- Collecting and quarantining specimens and new animals.
- Ensuring animals are maintained in a healthy, humane manner and clean aquariums and associated plumbing, pumps, and filters.
- Providing adequate nutrition to a diverse living collection.
- Preparing food and dietary supplements.
- Conducting routine feeding and, if necessary, cultures live foods for specialized diets.
- Conducting field collection of specimens in accordance with all permits and licenses.
- Handling and transporting specimens.
- Monitoring and maintaining adequate water chemistry in numerous separate aquarium systems.
- Maintaining lab equipment.
- Observing animals for signs of stress, disease, parasitism, or injury and administering appropriate treatments while consulting with DMR staff regarding Veterinary care.
- Maintaining detailed daily logs on aquarium systems.
- Training and supervising seasonal staff, including seasonal Aquarist(s) and volunteers on all aquarist related duties.
- Performing related work as required.
The position will remain current on marine issues pertinent to the DMR, as well as represent DMR and the Education Division at events and through educational programs.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Director of Education in the DMR Bureau of Marine Science.
For questions specific to the position, please contact the Hiring Manager, Dottie Yunger, at: dottie.yunger@maine.gov
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Entry level education, training, or experience in a scientific, technical, or engineering discipline with demonstrated experience in the field of marine resource research and management or another related field.
Preference will be given to candidates with:
- SCUBA certification and ability to dive using SCUBA
- Ability to operate and generally maintain small boats and equipment for collecting specimens
HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "APPLY" button below along with uploading a Cover Letter, and 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.
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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.
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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.
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