Maine Conservation Corps Director (Volunteer Services Program Director) - 1242 - Augusta (Anticipated Vacancy)
Maine Conservation Corps Director (Volunteer Services Program Director) - 1242 - Augusta (Anticipated Vacancy)
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MAINE CONSERVATION CORPS DIRECTOR
(VOLUNTEER SERVICES PROGRAM DIRECTOR)
-ANTICIPATED VACANCY-
Opening Date:
July 02 2025
Closing Date:
July 18 2025
Location:
Augusta*
Position #:
01530-1242
Position Type:
Permanent Full Time
Class Code:
0788
Grade/Salary:
Grade 25 (Supervisory) - $57408.00 - $81078.40 Per Year
*This position is located in Augusta and may be approved for telework according to the DACF Telework Policy.
Do you have a passion for youth development environmental stewardship and community service Apply now to lead the Maine Conservation Corps in fulfilling its mission to accomplish conservation projects that inspire people and enhance communities.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: The Maine Department of Agriculture Conservation and Forestry seeks an experienced program and grant administrator to lead the Maine Conservation Corps (MCC) which places 100 corps members annually in service across Maine. The successful candidate will: Oversee the daily operations of the Maine Conservation Corps including the hiring training and supervision of an Office Associate II Program Managers and Training Coordinator. Identify available monetary resources and develop and maintain partnerships including federal state local private and volunteer to implement natural resource projects for the public benefit. Track program expenses and revenue to ensure financial stability. Evaluate operations to assure goals and objectives are met including reporting and compliance requirements of funders and partners. Serve as the primary liaison with major partners such as The Corps Network and Volunteer Maine. Implement and comply with human resource laws policies procedures and practices. Analyze MCC service delivery and operations to assure quality efficiency and ongoing improvement. Work with and engage key stakeholders to provide guidance and strategic direction to the corps. The position has a high level of responsibility and enjoys limited oversight. The successful candidate must be self-motivated and able to work independently. Monitoring the success of the programs personnel and service projects may require occasional travel to Maines most treasured places.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Knowledge of applicable laws rules regulations policies and procedures; in particular Code of Federal Regulations labor and employment laws
- Knowledge of statewide public and private programs activities agencies and fiscal resources available in conservation volunteer and workforce development sectors
- Knowledge of volunteer management techniques and practices
- Ability to supervise staff and/or contractors and establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to prepare funding applications budget estimates and track and control expenditures
- Ability to oversee procurement contracts and agreements and ensure compliance with applicable federal and state rules and regulations
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage sensitive subjects with tact kindness and professionalism
- Ability to use applicable computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft 365 Products and grant reporting systems
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in a supervisory or management position with responsibility for grant writing preferably to include work experience with federal programs.
Preference will be given to qualified candidates with at least five (5) years of experience in youth conservation corps management AmeriCorps program administration resource development and management (e.g. grant writing budgeting and/or fundraising) and community engagement. A Bachelors degree in environmental science natural resource management non-profit management or other related field is also preferred.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the APPLY button below along with uploading a Cover Letter and a current Resume. 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 cant apply online and you require a paper application please download and print one here: Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with a Cover Letter and a current Resumebefore 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 mottoDirigo or I leadas they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforces health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package including:
- Work-Life Balance Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays12 days of sick leave and3 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 pays85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11196.96-$13172.88 annual value) depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costsfor 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 aboutprogram requirements.
- Dental Insurance The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
- Retirement Plan The State of Maine contributes13.29% of payto 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 theFederal 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 childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceiveforty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional unpaid leave may also be available under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves457(b) account through payroll deductions.
- Learn about additional wellness benefitsfor State employees from theOffice of Employee Health and Wellness.
Theres a job and then theres 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 youre looking for a great next step and want to feel good about what you do wed love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
