Biologist III, Water Quality Standards Coordinator - State of Maine

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The Water Quality Standards (WQS) Coordinator oversees the Department’s responsibilities related to the administration of state and federal water quality laws and regulations (e.g., Federal Clean Water Act).

The primary purpose of these laws and regulations is to ensure that Maine waters are clean and safe for humans and aquatic organisms. Duties include providing scientific and technical advice relating to WQS; reporting to the Maine State Legislature and federal government on the WQS attainment status of waterbodies; recommending changes to WQS; and coordinating the implementation of changes in statutes and rules. The position provides oversight and review of quality assurance documents to ensure high quality data are collected by DEP and partners. The position supervises four staff, including the Maine Healthy Beaches Program Coordinator, EGAD Data Manager, GIS Specialist, and Volunteer Monitoring Specialist.


For more information about the position, qualifications and how to apply, visit here. Application deadline is March 12th.


For more information about the specifics of the position, contact Wendy Garland at (207) 615-2451 or wendy.garland@maine.gov.