Marine Resource Management Coordinator - Augusta

State of Maine

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.

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.

Benefits

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 money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.