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Marine Resource Management Coordinator - 200024734

State of Maine

Augusta, Maine

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$64,646.40–$90,896
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Conservation, Detail Oriented, Flexible Spending Accounts, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Organizational Skills, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Resource Management, State Government, State Laws and Regulations, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Work From Home
LOCATION
Augusta, Maine
POSTED
30+ days ago
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DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES

MARINE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR

Opening Date: May 15, 2026

Closing Date: End of day May 29, 2026

Location: Augusta

Position Number: 200024734

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Class Code: 6412

Grade: 30 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary: $64,646.40 - $90,896.00 Per Year

Interested candidates need to complete a Direct Hire Application, Cover Letter, and detailed Resume.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Hearings Officer within the Aquaculture Division. This position specializes in the administration of aquaculture lease hearings and writing of legal decisions.

The Hearings Officer conducts formal lease hearings in which lease applicants, members of the public, and other stakeholders provide testimony under oath and may be subject to cross-examination. The position also responds to legal objections, rules on the admissibility of evidence, and generally ensures that proceedings are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and procedures.

This role requires independent review and analysis of complex scientific, technical, and legal materials to develop well-supported legal conclusions. The role is writing intensive and requires preparation of written legal decisions that clearly and objectively communicate legal analysis and findings to a variety of audiences, including judges, attorneys, industry representatives, and members of the public.

The position is based in Augusta, with limited remote work available upon supervisor approval.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Schedule and facilitate hearings, ensuring compliance with applicable state laws, regulations, and Department policy.
  • Review and analyze testimony, and evidence to prepare well-supported, legal decisions.
  • Draft proposed lease decisions, legal notices, procedural orders, and responses to filings in a concise manner and in compliance with applicable deadlines.
  • Maintain a complete and accurate hearing record.
  • This position requires monthly in-state travel to attend hearings and required meetings.

For questions specific to the position, please contact Joshua Rozov at: Joshua.Rozov@maine.gov

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education, training, and/or experience demonstrating technical expertise in marine resource and aquaculture program management or development and implementation of complex marine resource focused conservation projects.

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 ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 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 14.11% 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 mo

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