Location: Bangor,Maine,United States
ANTICIPATED VACANCY - GAME WARDEN LIEUTENANT
-AGENCY PROMOTIONAL ONLY-
Opening Date:
December 6, 2024
Closing Date:
December 20, 2024
Location:
Bangor
Position #:
01840-1841
Position Type:
Permanent Full Time
Class Code:
9512
Grade/Salary:
Grade 27 - $79,060.80 - $109,408.00/Annually*
*(This includes the 16% Non-Standard plus $0.60 Markey Pay Adjustment)
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is supervisory investigative and protective services work involving enforcement of Maine State laws, fish and wildlife conservation laws and rules, regulations, and other laws within the jurisdiction of the Maine Warden Service. Responsibilities include planning, directing, overseeing, and evaluating all Warden Service activities, supervising subordinate personnel, and promoting Department goals and objectives. Work is performed under limited supervision.
Special Requirement: Successful applicant must reside within 50 air miles of Bangor HQ.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Six (6) years of experience in the Maine Warden Service which includes at least one year in the position of Game Warden Pilot Supervisor, Game Warden Sergeant, Game Warden Specialist, or Game Warden Investigator. Applicants must have one year of supervisory or management experience. Supervisory experience is not limited to employment in Maine Warden Service.
HIRING PROCESS: The promotional process will consist of an interview in front of a selection panel, a review of the supplemental material required below, a reference check and a Colonel’s interview.
Supplemental Materials: Along with their application interested candidates shall submit a resume, last 3 performance evaluations and a written response to the following statement:
Please describe what you think will be the three (3) greatest challenges to the Maine Warden Service over the next five (5) years, and what would be your plan to mitigate these challenges?
Application Information:Agency candidates interested in this position must submit an online State of Maine Direct Hire Application, Detailed Resume, Supplemental Materials and Cover Letter at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/index.shtl#ifw
If you are unable to apply online, follow the Direct Hire link at: https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process. Paper copies of the direct hire applications can be mailed to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155.
Applications must be received by December 20, 2024
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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:
·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%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 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 ($358.08 annual value).
·Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes at least 19.10% 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.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
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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