&W Resource Biologist; Wildlife Resource Biologist; Sidney

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PLEASE NOTE:

If you would like to apply for both the Sidney (0101) and Strong (1081) positions you will need to submit a separate application for each position.

DEPARTMENT OF INLAND FISHERIES & WILDLIFE IF&W RESOURCE BIOLOGIST(WILDLIFE RESOURCE BIOLOGIST)
Opening Date:
September 18, 2026

Closing Date:
End of the day October 02, 2026

Location:

Sidney Position Number:
Position Type:
Full Time/Year-Round Class Code: 9386

Grade: 26 (Professional/Technical Unit)
Salary: $56,264.00 - $78,998.40 Per Year Interested candidates need to submit a Direct Hire Application, Cover Letter , Answers to the Supplemental Questions ( to be attached as a separate document) and a 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 professional services and scientific work at the biologist level involving research and management of the State’s wildlife by protecting, preserving, and enhancing Maine’s natural resources. The Wildlife Biologist position provides a key support role assisting the Resource Supervisor in carrying out all activities of the Wildlife Divisions Regional (B) Headquarters (located in Sidney).REPRESENTATIVE TASKS INCLUDE:
1. Assisting senior level resource biologists in planning and coordinating wildlife assessment activities and research to support the Department’s goals and objectives.
2. Performing research development, investigation, analysis, and monitoring of species and their habitats (e.g., physical, biological, and chemical characteristics, etc.) to support species planning and management.
3. Interacting and conferring with other biologists, professionals, and advocacy groups to preserve and monitor habitats and populations within assigned areas.
4. Establishing and maintaining effective partnerships with agencies both internal and external to state government to advocate for fish, wildlife, and ecosystem concerns.
5. Summarizing and assessing data using standard statistical procedures and scientific analysis to develop reports of findings and to provide recommendations to higher level Resource Biologist.
6. Responding to routine inquiries and requests to provide scientific and technical support for departmental programs and other public stakeholder groups.
7. Consulting with and providing technical assistance to senior level staff to recommend strategies and approaches to mitigate the impacts of development on fish, wildlife, and habitats.

For questions specific to the position, please contact Ryan Robicheau at: ryan.robicheau

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor’s 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.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS:
In addition to the standard Direct Hire Application form, you MUST address each of the following items to be scored properly. These should be attached as a separate document where you attach your Resume:
1. Summarize your education and experience in wildlife management, biology, and ecology,…