Marine Resource Scientist II - West Boothbay Harbor

Opening Date:
September 18, 2026 Closing Date:
End of the day October 02, 2026

Location:

West Boothbay Harbor

Position Number:  Position Type:
Full Time/Year-Round Class Code: 9363 Grade: 28 (Supervisory) Salary: $67,184.00 - $95,409.60 Per Year* *(This includes a 5.5% Salary Adjustment)

This position will perform scientific data collection and analysis responsible for classification of shellfish harvesting areas along the western coast of Maine according to the State of Maine Regulations, and the National Shellfish Sanitation Program.

Specific duties include:

• Maintaining requirements for current shellfish growing area classifications
• Acting as a primary boat operator for the Water Quality program
• Collecting seawater samples from the NH border to the Penobscot River by boat and land
• Performing analysis and data QAQC for all water quality data
• Management and emergency event response for conditional areas
• Report writing and review
• Staff training and supervision
• Identifying pollution sources through shoreline survey
• Additional duties will include field scheduling, maintaining small boats, weekly office duties, and other scientific work as needed

This position will require working closely with the Nearshore Marine Resource Scientists, the general public, town and municipal officials, volunteers and other state and federal departments. Work is performed under limited supervision. There will be some remote work opportunities with this position after management approval and following the DMR Telework Policy.

Intermediary education, training, or experience in a scientific, technical, engineering field, or a related field with demonstrated experience in the field of marine resource research and/or management or another related field. Previous experience in a supervisory capacity is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate knowledge of coastal oceanography and associated environmental pollution issues, analytical skills, database management and computer skills (preferably ACCESS, GIS, and R-coding experience).

Small boat handling and trailering experience as well as excellent written and oral communication skills will be required. Previous supervisory experience is preferred. Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

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 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 ($12,213.60-$14,369.04 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 14.06% 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…