This position oversees the organization, planning, execution, and data analysis of the Maine/New Hampshire Inshore Trawl Survey, a long-term fisheries-independent survey that provides critical baseline data for many biological assessments along the coast of Maine, including: lobster, halibut, shrimp, scallop, herring and groundfish. As the survey’s Chief Scientist, this position participates in and is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the survey from planning to data analysis for stock assessments or scientific research. This work involves obtaining yearly permits, analyzing biological and environmental data to write reports and publications, developing abundance and biomass indices, providing input on management recommendations, overseeing vessel contracts, and supervising a team of scientist and specialists for the survey. In addition to overseeing the MENH survey this position will also plan, design, and conduct research to inform management of marine resources in the State of Maine. This position also oversees Maine’s offshore wind research array seasonal bottom trawl survey project and staff. Additionally, this position will represent the Department on state, interstate, and federal management committees. This is a supervisory position responsible for recruiting staff, evaluating, and coaching staff performance, and advising the Division Director on personnel concerns and issues.
Preference will be given to candidates who have the following skills:
- Knowledge of stock assessment and population dynamics
- Knowledge of fishery survey design and sampling methods with preference given to those who have worked on fishery-independent surveys.
- Experience conducting marine science research and advanced statistical analysis and scientific writing in peer-reviewed literature.
- Expertise in R and GIS
- Experience collaborating with the commercial fishing industry for marine science research.
- Ability to work at sea during adverse weather conditions.
- Ability to initiate, organize, supervise, and implement research and special projects and see through to completion as directed and in accordance with Department goals and objectives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelors Degree in a scientific, technical, or engineering field and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of marine resource research and management or related field, including experience in a supervisory capacity. Equivalent experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
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 ($9,893.52-$11,057.52 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 ($350.40 annual value).
- Retirement Plan—The State of Maine contributes 13.41% 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 four weeks 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.
Salary: $58,801.60-$79,851.20/Annually
Closing Date: January 19, 2024
