GAME WARDEN CAPTAIN (PUBLIC SERVICE MANAGER I) * ANTICIPATED VACANCY- Opening Date: October 22, 2024 Closing Date: November 06, 2024 Location: Augusta Position #: 01840-0711 Position Type: Permanent Full Time Class Code: MQ27 Grade/Salary: Grade 27 (Confidential) - $41.06 - $57.69 Per Hour* * (This includes 12% LD1523, 16% Non-Standard plus applicable Salary Adjustment) * AGENCY PROMOTIONAL ONLY- BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a full-time position that is supervisory and investigative in nature. The primary functions and duties of the position will include but are not limited to: conducting and managing assigned personnel and performance related investigations; supervision and oversight of all aspects of the Maine Warden Service training program, oversight of the whitewater boating enforcement program, managing FOAA requests, Maine Warden Service Policy development, and oversight of the Department's landowner relations program. Special Requirement: The successful applicant must reside within 50 air miles of Augusta HQ MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Six years' experience in the Bureau of Warden Service. Applicants must have one year of supervisory / management experience or 2 years' experience as Maine Warden Service Specialist (Corporal or Investigator). Supervisory experience is not limited to employment in the Warden Service. APPLICATION INFORMATION: Candidates interested in this position must submit a State of Maine Direct Hire Application, Cover Letter, and Resume. IN ADDITION: Along with their application, candidates should submit a written response to the following question: 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 Material must be received no later than 5:00 pm on the closing date of this posting. HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "APPLY" button below along with uploading a Cover Letter, current Resume, and an Answer to the Supplemental Question. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your Resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such. If you can't apply online and you require a paper application, please download and print one here: https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with a Cover Letter, Resume, and Answers to the Supplemental Questions, before the closing date, to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155. Please be sure that the title, and position number, of the job you are applying for is included. _______________________________________________________________ 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. 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 ($11,196.96-$13,172.88 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 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. If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. 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