Agency Promotion Only- Game Warden Sergeant - 1791 (Division A, Section 2)

GAME WARDEN SERGEANT

-AGENCY PROMOTION ONLY-

Opening Date:

May 21, 2024

Closing Date:

June 04, 2024

Location:

Division A, Section 2

Position #:

01840-1791

Position Type:

Permanent Full Time

Class Code:

9517

Grade/Salary:

Grade 24 - $66,809.60 - $90,584.00/Annually*
*(This includes 16% Non-Standard plus $0.60 Market Salary Adjustment)

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is supervisory, investigative, and protective services work involving the enforcement of Maine State laws, Fish & Wildlife conservation laws, rules and regulations and other laws within the jurisdiction of the Maine Warden Service. Responsibilities include directing, overseeing, and evaluating Wardens in assigned geographic area or specialized Warden Service activity. Work includes supervising subordinate personnel; organizing and directing search and rescue operations; overseeing or conducting investigations or complex cases; serious incidents and personnel performance complaints; promoting departmental goals; reviewing and preparing reports; and training Warden Service personnel.  In the absence of the Game Warden Lieutenant a Sergeant may be asked to act for a short period of time in the Lieutenant position. Work is performed under limited supervision.

Special Requirement: Successful applicant must comply with General Order # E-38. Applicants must have a current MCJA Law Enforcement Certification. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Four (4) years certified Law Enforcement experience which must include at least three (3) years as a Maine Game Warden.

HIRING PROCESS: The hiring process will consist of an interview in front of a selection panel, a reference check, a review of the material described below and a final Colonel’s interview. 

Interested candidates shall submit with their application:

A cover letter, a detailed resume, last 3 performance evaluation forms, 3 letters of reference and a written response to the following question: 

Please describe your years of state service and the various positions you have held and/or currently hold, and your job duties and responsibilities as you feel they relate to the position of Game Warden Sergeant.            

                               INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants will need to complete and submit an online State of Maine Direct Hire Application, along with a Cover Letter, detailed Resume, last three (3) performance evaluations, three (3) letters of reference, and Answers to the Supplemental Questions at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/index.shtml#ifw

Direct Hire Application forms can be obtained by accessing the NRSC website at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/application.shtml 

IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO APPLY ONLINE: Please mail the application materials listed in the "How to Apply" section to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155.

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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. 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 ($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.  
• 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 ($350.40 annual value). 
• Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 19.22% 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.

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