IFW Senior Resource Biologist

IFW Senior Resource Biologist - 1147

Augusta , Maine , United States | Biology | Full-time

Apply by: Aug. 3, 2022

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IFW Senior Resource Biologist

(Climate Change Coordinator)

Opening Date:

July 21, 2022

Closing Date:

August 3, 2022

Location:

Augusta

Position #s:

01865-1147

Position Type:

Permanent Full Time

Class Code:

9387

Grade/Salary:

28 $55,036.80 - $74,131.20/Annually

The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is seeking to fill a Wildlife Biologist vacancy in the Augusta Headquarters.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: The Climate Change Coordinator manages the agencys efforts to plan for and adapt to the impacts of climate change on Maines fisheries, wildlife, and their habitats. These efforts include providing technical assistance to inform alternative energy development, integrating climate resiliency and species vulnerabilities into strategic conservation plans for fisheries and wildlife habitat, and incorporating fisheries and wildlife considerations into policy-level discussions regarding renewable energy siting, approaches to carbon sequestration, habitat restoration, land use policy and acquisition of conservation lands.

The need for this position was identified as a priority in Maines Climate Action Plan: Maine Wont Wait and this Senior Biologist level position will work regularly with the Maine Climate Council as well as collaborate with other IF&W staff, state natural resource agencies, the Governors office, and external conservation partners to address the conservation needs of fish and wildlife in the face of climate change. This work will include landscape planning, technical assistance to state and local governments and private landowners, biological surveys, and data analysis and reporting. The position will represent the agency on numerous state and federal technical, scientific, and stakeholder groups.

Preference will be given to thosethat have strong interpersonal and organizational skills as well as professional experience directly related to climate change science and related stressors to natural resources (specifically plant and animal habitats) and communicating scientific information to non-technical audiences.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelors 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.

Specific duties (include, but are not limited to:

Serve as the point of contact on behalf of the Bureau of Resource Management in the coordination, collaboration, and response to climate threats with a focus on fish and wildlife.

Plan, coordinate, and implement statewide planning to manage existing and new threats to Maine species and habitats.

Coordinate the development of outreach to create public awareness and encourage responsible actions by the public.

Prioritize and develop strategies to adapt to emerging threats and stressors.

Coordinate with state and federal agencies, including the Governors Office of Policy, Innovation, and the Future to efficiently utilize and share available resources.

Chair and facilitate committee meetings and stakeholder work groups.

Supplemental Questions: In addition to filling out the standard application form, please address each of the following items to aid in applicant screening and selection. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

• Briefly describe your education and experience in fish and wildlife management, especially as it relates to climate change science.
  
• Please describe your familiarity with Maine flora, fauna, and natural communities.
  
• Briefly describe your experience and success with outreach efforts related to natural resources and climate through working groups, presentations, and other outreach tools involving partners of varied backgrounds.
  
• Please describe your experience in natural resources planning and with local, state, and federal environmental laws, regulations, and policies.
  
• Please describe any additional skills or qualities that you possess that you feel would help you in this position.
  

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 leaveVacation 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 costsfor 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 13.16% 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 childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
  
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Maine State Government is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.