Marine Resource Specialist - 2437

Location: West Boothbay Harbor

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 The Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is seeking applicants with strong laboratory skills for a Marine Resource Specialist position in the Bureau of Public Health and Aquaculture located at the West Boothbay Harbor facility.

 DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES

 MARINE RESOURCE SPECIALIST

 Opening Date:
August 17, 2026

 Closing Date:
End of the day August 28, 2026

Location:

West Boothbay Harbor

 Position Number:

 Position Type:
Full Time/Year-Round

 Class Code: 9359

 Grade: 21 (Professional/Technical Unit)

 Salary: $22.72 - $31.80 Per Hour
* *(This includes a 5.5% Salary Adjustment)

 Interested applicants need to submit a Direct Hire Application along with a Cover Letter, and detailed Resume
* * For us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

 BRIEF

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This is a technical services and scientific job that requires field and office skills relevant to public health and the environment in support of the Maine Shellfish Sanitation Program.

 Field work involves collecting seawater, stream, and shellfish samples and environmental data from the NH Border to western Penobscot Bay by boat or truck. Additionally, this job involves working in a team to complete shoreline surveys of homes and businesses to identify sources of coastal pollution. Qualified applicants who meet DMR requirements will serve as crew or operator aboard the Water Quality Program’s fleet of small boats.

Field work is conducted year-round in variable weather and can involve walking over steep or uneven terrain. Program needs will dictate the actual amount of time spent in the field.

 Office work includes data entry, basic statistical data analysis, and technical report writing in compliance with National Shellfish Sanitation Program standards. This position will work with the Shellfish Growing Area Program Supervisor to promulgate shellfish harvest closures in waters where poor water quality and/or pollution sources are found to exist.

 Flexibility in scheduling is mandatory as weekend, holiday and after-hours work will be necessary depending on the season and activity. Work is performed under general supervision.

 This position will have some flexibility to work remotely, dependent on the needs of the program.

 For questions specific to the position, please contact Liam McInerney at: liam.d.mcinerney

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Intermediate education, training, and/or experience in the compilation and summarization of scientific field and laboratory data including coursework or demonstrated experience in natural resource science, management, technology, laboratory, or field work.

 The successful candidate will have:

 - Experience operating and trailering small boats
 - Experience using Geographic Information Systems
 - Knowledge of environmental and/or marine science
 - The ability to navigate to locations using maps

 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…