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BIOLOGIST IIOpening Date: October 5, 2026
Closing Date: End of day October 26, 2026
Location: Augusta
Position Number: 08300-1931
Position Type: Full Time
Class Code: 9352
Grade: 25 (Supervisory Services)
Salary: $63,286.50 - $89,377.91 Per Year*
*(This includes a 5.5% Salary Adjustment)
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position will characterize, assess, protect and restore Maine's estuarine and marine waters in the Marine Unit of the Maine Department of Environmental Protection's Bureau of Water Quality Management, Division of Environmental Assessment. This position provides a leadership role in monitoring and research that supports the Marine Environmental Monitoring Program (Title 38, Section 410-F).
REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:- Purchase and maintain monitoring equipment.
- Implement quality management procedures.
- Conduct water, sediment and biological monitoring.
- Develop new methodologies.
- Assist in reporting to address State and Federal water quality program needs.
- Assist in the development and implementation of biological assessment methods and criteria for estuarine and marine waters, and coastal wetlands.
- Create and update communication materials and provide program information and outcomes to partners and the public.
- Supervise technical staff.
The position requires extended in-state, seasonal travel and work time on small boats.For more information, contact Angela Brewer at (207)592-2352 or at Angela.D.Brewer@maine.gov.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Wildlife Management, or related field -AND- three (3) years' experience in laboratory or field research of fish and wildlife including experience in a supervisory capacity. Directly related work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
Preference will be given to applicantswith the following skills or experience:- Advanced degree focused on marine biology or ecology, biological or chemical oceanography, or related field.
- Knowledge of biological and ecological principles particularly as related to estuarine and marine habitats.
- Experience supervising technical staff and overseeing field staff and project implementation.
- Ability to work as part of a team, with flexibility to shift focus as needed to accomplish program goals.
- Experience conducting water, sediment and/or biological monitoring aboard small boats on exposed coastal waters.
- Ability to keep organized and detailed records.
- Ability to manage and interpret multiple and large data sets.
- Experience with statistical analyses and data visualizations.
- Ability to communicate effectively through technical writing, scientific presentations, and public outreach events.
- Ability to develop and implement work plans and quality management documentation.
- Active SCUBA certification with scientific diving experience.
- A passion for environmental work and collaborating with staff and partners to protect Maine's tidal waters.
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 percentag