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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Water Resources Specialist – Lake and Watershed Protection
</span></u></b><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> <u><o:p></o:p></u></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Cobbossee Watershed District<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Cobbossee Watershed District (CWD), headquartered at 167 Main Street in Winthrop, Maine, is seeking a Water Resources Specialist to join the CWD staff to help achieve our purpose
of protecting, improving, and conserving the lakes and ponds of the Cobbosseecontee Stream watershed.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">This is an excellent opportunity to join the staff of Maine’s only regional lake management district, nationally recognized for successful lake and watershed management. The
CWD encompasses 217-square miles and includes 28 lakes and ponds.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Specific functions include:
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Collects lake water quality data and maintains all equipment necessary for this task.
<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Collects hydrologic data from USGS reference points and gaging stations.
<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Coordinates with volunteer water quality monitors with the Lake Stewards of Maine.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Data management (e.g., water quality and hydrologic data).<span style="color:#C00000">
</span><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Analyzes water quality data in cooperation with Maine DEP and CWD project personnel.
<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Perform field work and assist CWD personnel with various other tasks related to watershed surveys, non-point source pollution reduction, and
invasive aquatic species control projects as needed.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Maintains CWD’s presence on social media platforms.
<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Provide technical assistance on land use matters.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.25in"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Qualified candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related, and have knowledge of lake and watershed ecology, non-point source
pollution management, and computer data management. Some experience is preferred. Candidates must be able to swim, lift forty pounds, pilot and trailer small watercraft, and work independently and in occasional adverse field conditions.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">A valid U.S. driver’s license is required. Salary range: $46K to $56K DOE. Benefits include health insurance coverage, 401K retirement plan, and paid vacation, holidays, and
sick time. All applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and contact info for three references to: Cobbossee Watershed District, P.O. Box 418, Winthrop, Maine 04364, or via email to:
<a href="mailto:cwd@fairpoint.net">cwd@fairpoint.net</a>. Closes April 15, 2024.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">If you have any questions, contact Bill Monagle at CWD at 207-377-2234.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Alex Wong (he/his/him)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Nonpoint Source Program Coordinator<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.maine.gov/dep/water/grants/319.html">Maine Department of Environmental Protection</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">17 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">207-694-9533 (cell)<o:p></o:p></p>
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