Top 20 Land conservation Jobs in Maine

Forester I - DACF Agency Only - 0077
State of Maine —Ashland, ME
- $50,502.40 - $70,865.60 a year
- Online Application
- Public speaking
- Maintenance
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Forester II (Forest Products Utilization & Marketing) - 3849
State of Maine —Augusta, ME
- $55,764.80 - $78,228.80 a year
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- 4 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Park Ranger - DACF Agency Only - 1901 - Cobscook Bay State Park (Anticipated Vacancy)
State of Maine —Eastport, ME
- $16.38 - $21.68 an hour
- Online Application
- Construction experience
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
4d
Town Planner - Town of Winthrop, Maine
Maine Association of Planners —Winthrop, ME
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Email
- Mid-level
13d
Director, Land Management
APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN CLUB —Greenville, ME
- $86,944 - $121,741 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Children
- Travel
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
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Town Planner
Town of Winthrop, Maine —Winthrop, ME
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Email
- Mid-level
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GoodHealth Works - MATC Appalachian Trail Outreach Steward
AmeriCorps —Maine
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- Children
- Health insurance
Project Manager/Permitting Specialist – Maine & New Hampshire (Hybrid/Remote)
Tetra Tech —Portland, ME
- $120,000 - $150,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- Master's degree
- Life insurance
Stewards VISTA: Acadia National Park
AmeriCorps —Maine
- Full-time
- English
- Experience working with children
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
Project Manager/Broker or Agent – Maine & New Hampshire
LANDVEST INC —Portland, ME
- $70,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Real Estate License
- Driver's License
(Seasonal)
Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park —Winter Harbor, ME
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Mid-level
Individual Placement- Fisheries at Craig Brook National Fish Hatchery
Student Conservation Association, Inc —East Orland, ME
- $400 a week
- Full-time
- Medication administration
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Housekeepers (Seasonal)
Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park —Winter Harbor, ME
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
After-Hours Janitor (Seasonal)
Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park —Winter Harbor, ME
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Customer service
- Office
Director of Development
Maine Woodland Owners —Augusta, ME
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Driver's License
- Travel
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid training
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Facilities and Maintenance Coordinator
Center for Wildlife —Cape Neddick, ME
- From $53,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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Garage Planner
Maine Woodlands —Masardis, ME
- $27 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mechanic experience
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Truck Driver
Maine Woodlands —Fort Kent, ME
- $24.34 - $29.34 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- 2 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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Forester I - DACF Agency Only - 0077

State of Maine -
Ashland, ME

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Job Details

Full-time
$50,502.40 - $70,865.60 a year
6 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
457(b)
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Parental leave
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Gym membership
Loan forgiveness
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Field surveying
Team supervision
Presentations for conferences or internal meetings
Mapping software
GPS
Forest harvesting operations
Timber management
Measuring instruments
Harvest management
Forest planning
Computer skills
Forestry data collection
GIS

Full Job Description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION & FORESTRY

FORESTER I

-DACF AGENCY ONLY-

Opening Date: August 18, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day August 31, 2026

Location: Ashland

Position Number: 01740-0077

Position Type: Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: 9451

Grade: 23 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary: $50,502.40 - $70,865.60 Per Year*

(This includes a 2.5% Salary Adjustment)

Interested applicants need to submit a Direct Hire Application , along with a Cover Letter , and a detailed Resume*

For us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is professional services and scientific work involving developing and implementing multi-use forest and natural resource management and utilization plans for state-owned lands in Northern Maine. In this position, the incumbent designs, develops and implements natural resource management plans for state-owned lands, marks and designates trees to be removed and estimates volume of timber to be removed; inspects the performance of contractors in thinning and harvesting practices in order to identify and correct improper practices; writes reports and correspondence concerning forest management; develops, plans, and supervises road construction and maintenance on public reserved lands in order to ensure proper access and road upkeep. Works cooperatively with Agency partners including AWW, MNAP, local snowmobile clubs and other local groups.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES : Knowledge of Maine Forest Practices Act and other land use laws affecting forest management; silviculture (forest ecology), dendrology, forest mensuration and GIS; recreation, wildlife and other natural resource management principles and practices; forest pathology and entomology, soil properties, road layout and construction, harvesting equipment, practices, costs and profit return, forest economics, recreation management principles and practices, current market conditions and timber values, pesticide regulations.

Must be able to use forest measurement instruments and understand tables, communicate effectively, read and understand maps, explain forestry principles to laypersons, ensure compliance with and enforce applicable laws, rules and regulations, plan and implement forest resource plans, organize material for presentation, conduct meetings and workshops, use computers and related computer equipment (e.g. Data Recorders, iPads, GPS, GIS, etc.) Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with coworkers, the public and Agency partners.

For questions specific to the position, please contact Jacob Guimond at: [email protected] or (207) 326-8327

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelors’ Degree in Forestry or directly related field experience involving inspection and supervision of harvesting operations, surveying, cruising, timber marking, and general forest management planning. Equivalent related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class): Must obtain licensure as a Licensed Forester from the Maine State Board of Licensure of Foresters within one (1) year from date of employment.

Preference will be given to candidates who Two (2) years of field experience. Excellent communications and public speaking skills are a plus.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

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 annually. 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 ($12,213.60-$14,369.04 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 ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06% 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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If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.

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land conservation jobs in maine

Forester I - DACF Agency Only - 0077

Forester II (Forest Products Utilization & Marketing) - 3849

Park Ranger - DACF Agency Only - 1901 - Cobscook Bay State Park (Anticipated Vacancy)

Town Planner - Town of Winthrop, Maine

Director, Land Management

Town Planner

GoodHealth Works - MATC Appalachian Trail Outreach Steward

Project Manager/Permitting Specialist – Maine & New Hampshire (Hybrid/Remote)

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Project Manager/Broker or Agent – Maine & New Hampshire

(Seasonal)

Individual Placement- Fisheries at Craig Brook National Fish Hatchery

Housekeepers (Seasonal)

After-Hours Janitor (Seasonal)

Director of Development

Facilities and Maintenance Coordinator

Garage Planner

Truck Driver

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