The Fisheries Extension Associate will be a member of the Maine Sea Grant/University of Maine Cooperative Extension Marine Extension Team (MET). This three-year grant-funded position will coordinate a community engagement program for an Innovative Fishing Gear Library project led by the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR), which is focused on the American lobster industry. This position will work in close collaboration with DMR staff and numerous other partners, in addition to other members of the Maine Sea Grant/UMaine Cooperative Extension Marine Extension Team. The Fisheries Extension Associate will work with partners to coordinate training sessions and workshops, keep project records, produce informational materials and help develop innovative fishing gear technology demonstrations. This individual will also lead efforts to organize and host workshops to facilitate technology transfer and knowledge sharing among project partners, the fishing industry, and community members impacted by this work. The primary worksite for this position will be within the mid-coast or Downeast Maine regions. Typical hiring range for this soft-money funded position is $55,000 to $60,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Complete Job Description (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wV\_pMz9bJlyBWLnxmfO2amnrKpagyBMt/view?usp=sharing) About the University: The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits (https://www.maine.edu/human-resources/benefits/) for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples. UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer here (https://www.visitbangormaine.com/about-the-region/the-region-at-a-glance/) . Qualifications: Required: + At least three years of relevant professional experience in collaborating with commercial fishing industry, research, and/or coastal management audiences or partners. + Demonstrated capacity for team collaboration, problem-solving, flexibility and co-development of project plans. + Experience with databases, data management, and record keeping. + Project management experience. + Demonstrated experience keeping timely and organized records for the use of multiple project partners and regular project reporting. + Effective written and oral communication skills, including the ability to give informal presentations to groups. + Valid driver’s license and ability to drive around the state and meet people in person indoors and out. Preferred: + Bachelor's degree in a marine science or related field. + Experience working on boats and/or on the docks and on the working waterfront. + Experience developing and conducting training workshops for industry audiences. + Experience with community engagement related to technology transfer efforts for the fishing industry. + Basic training/experience in alternative lobster gear technology, fisheries gear and technology and other related experience. + Proposal and grant writing experience. Other Information: To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below: 1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position 2.) a resume/curriculum vitae Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. For full consideration, materials must be submitted by October 4, 2024. For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Natalie Springuel, natalie.springuel@maine.edu. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical. In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. 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