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Marine Resource Specialist - Anticipated Vacancy - 2600

State of Maine

Boothbay Harbor, Maine

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$22.72–$31.80 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Autoclave, Computer Software, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Laboratory, Natural Resources, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Public Health, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Control, R Programming Language, Real-time PCR (qPCR), Resource Management, Sanitation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), State Government, Sterilization, Work From Home
LOCATION
Boothbay Harbor, Maine
POSTED
12 days ago
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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

-ANTICIPATED VACANCY-

Opening Date: May 15, 2026

Closing Date: End of day May 29, 2026

Location: West Boothbay Harbor

Position Number: 07200-2600

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

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 complete a Direct Hire Application along with a Cover Letter, and detailed Resume.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position will work primarily with Water Quality samples but will assist with Biotoxin samples as necessary. The primary tasks are split between field and laboratory work and vary depending upon departmental needs. Field work is tide-dependent and involves driving to specified locations along the coast of Western Maine.

Laboratory work includes:
  • Analysis of fecal coliforms in seawater samples using membrane filtration
  • Analysis of fecal coliforms in shellfish samples using multiple tube fermentation
  • Operation of autoclaves & dry oven sterilization
  • Critical temperature monitoring
  • Preparation of media including sterilization and productivity testing
  • Data entry

All methods are performed to comply with the National Shellfish Sanitation Program (NSSP) guidelines. Quality Assurance and Control are a required part of the daily activities for both the laboratory and field tasks.

There is an opportunity to learn in-house PCR & Biotoxin testing methods (HPLC-UV).

This position requires you to work occasional weekends and holidays.

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

For questions specific to the position, please contact Amy Webb at: amy.webb@maine.gov

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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES PREFERRED: Boat operation and Real-Time PCR experience is a bonus. Knowledge of data analysis, and R or Python programming languages are a plus.

The successful candidate will have:
  • Basic laboratory skills such as pipetting, solution preparation, knowledge of measurement units, mastery of simple laboratory calculations, and attention to detail.
  • Self-motivation to recognize the tasks that need to be completed and to perform those tasks according to Standard Operating Procedures with limited supervision.
  • Familiarity with using basic computer software
  • 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 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 Wellnes

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