Planning and Research Associate II
Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands
Job Description
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HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to submit a Direct Hire Application, along with a Cover Letter, and a detailed Resume* within PRISM or at: https://maine.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Executive/details/Planning---Research-Associate-II---0116---Augusta_R26-04722 *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. Direct Hire Application forms can be obtained at the NRSC website: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/application.shtml If you are unable to apply online, please mail application materials to: Natural Resources Service Center c/o Kristin McCamish 32 Blossom Lane Marquardt Building Augusta, ME 04333-0155 APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY: End of day November 30, 2026 Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions. |
Direct Hire Career Opportunity Bulletin DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION & FORESTRY SHS #28 * Offices Located at Harlow, Williams Pavilion and Deering Buildings, Augusta ME 04333 PLANNING & RESEARCH ASSOCIATE II
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is professional services work providing significant support for the state-side delivery of the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). Every park receiving LWCF assistance must be managed for public outdoor recreation in perpetuity. This program allows you to improve the quality of life for the people of Maine, forever. In this role you will help to manage the full lifecycle of LWCF projects by assessing project eligibility, coordinating the grant application and award process, facilitating reimbursement requests, and shepherding each project through to successful completion. You will be part of a team that includes grant recipients, state agency cohorts and National Parks Service staff. Through program data collection and management, and the use of grant management software, you will also help to manage the LWCF project database and related GIS layer. To thrive in this role, you will need strong customer service and project management skills. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required:
For questions specific to the position, please contact Doug Beck at: Doug.Beck@maine.gov MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: An eight (8) year combination of education, training, and/or experience providing a knowledge of planning and research principles, practices, and techniques. Preference will be given to: Candidates with a bachelor’s degree (or greater) in parks and recreation management, natural resources management, landscape architecture, public policy, or other directly related fields and four years’ experience in outdoor recreation management, and/or related field. Preference will also be given to those with the following:
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- 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 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 14.06% 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.
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As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
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