Outdoor Recreation Specialist - Augusta, United States - State of Maine

State of Maine
State of Maine
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Augusta, United States

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Description

OUTDOOR RECREATION SPECIALIST:


(PLANNING & RESEARCH ASSOCIATE II) - BUREAU OF PARKS AND LANDS (BPL):

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Opening Date:

May 16, 2024


Closing Date:

May 31, 2024


Location:

Augusta


Position #:


Position Type:

Full Time
(Limited Period)

Class Code:

0040


Grade/Salary:

Grade 23 - $47, $64,542.40/Annually
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_This position is anticipated to become a permanent full time position with the new budget._

AGENCY DESCRIPTION:

The Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands (BPL) in the Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry has an opening for an Outdoor Recreation Specialist (Planning and Research Associate II).

BPL manages over 700,000 acres of fee-owned land with conservation easements and leases bringing the total land area conserved to over 2 million acres.

These lands are managed for a variety of resource values including recreation, cultural and historic values, wildlife, ecology, and timber.

This limited period* full-time position may be located in Augusta, Farmington, or Bangor.

Hybrid work options are available for this position.


BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Bureau's Outdoor Recreation Specialist supports recreation management efforts across Maine Public Lands, State Parks, and Historic Sites.

The position monitors the use and character of the Bureau's recreation resources including but not limited to trails, campsites, and other recreation infrastructure.

Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other tools, the position supports inventory and assessment efforts aiding in recreation resource management across the Bureau's properties and interests.

The Outdoor Recreation Specialist works with staff, partners, volunteers, and contractors to help plan and oversee recreation infrastructure development, rehabilitation, and maintenance.

It periodically assists with developing and managing surveys and other planning initiatives. Work may be in remote locations, and some overnight travel is required.


The position assists with developing Bureau reports, grants, and recreation development initiatives in addition to helping craft and deliver conservation and stewardship messages to the public through signage, kiosks, social media, and direct communications.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in parks and recreation management, natural resources, forestry, environmental sciences, or a related field, plus 4 years of experience.

Equivalent related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

  • Experience working with outdoor recreation resources such as trails, campsites, and other recreation areas.
  • Knowledge of outdoor recreation and land management planning principles.
  • Knowledge of GIS (e.g., ESRI) products and tools.
  • Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with federal and state agencies, public officials, consultants, departmental staff, senior management, and the public.
  • Ability to design, organize, oversee, and/or maintain data collection and management efforts.
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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:

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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. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtimeexempt employees receive personal leave.

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Health Insurance Coverage
  • The State of Maine pays
    85%100% of employeeonly premiums ($10,523.28$12,380.40 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.
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Health Insurance Premium Credit
  • Participation decreases employeeonly premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

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Dental Insurance
  • The State of Maine pays 100% of employeeonly dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

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Retirement Plan
  • The State of Maine contributes
    13.41% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

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Gym Membership Reimbursement
  • Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
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Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Set aside money pretax to help pay for outofpocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
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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.
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Living Resources Program
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