Director of Program Analytics (Public Service Manager II) - Anticipated Vacancy

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DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAM ANALYTICS

(PUBLIC SERVICE MANAGER II)

-ANTICIPATED VACANCY-

Opening Date: February 06, 2026

Closing Date: End of day February 27, 2026

Location: Augusta

Position Number: 07200-2662

Class Code: MA33

Grade: 33 (Confidential)

Salary: $81,224.00 - $114,836.80 Per Year

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: The Director of Program Analytics provides professional advice and expertise on all technology-related issues, policies, and needs for the Department of Marine Resources. This role functions as the primary subject matter expert for the Department’s major applications – including the licensing system, scientific database, and other agency-specific tools – and oversees their ongoing development, enhancement, and maintenance. The director evaluates complex department-wide systems and provides expert guidance on analytics and technology solutions that support organizational goals. In addition, this position holds a key leadership role, representing the agency on key technology matters and supervising professional staff within the Office of Program Analytics.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:

• Serve as primary point of contact for the Licensing and Enforcement System (LEEDS) and the Department’s scientific database (MARVIN).
• Identify and troubleshoot system issues or enhancements; collaborate with staff and developers to propose and implement solutions.
• Streamline and automate workflow processes within the Department and roll out new systems for DMR staff.
• Coordinate upgrades to major systems used within the Department.
• Represent DMR at the state-wide level in technology leadership committees.
• Communicate with staff regarding IT changes, policies, planning and strategies.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of the Department’s intranet.
• Supervise staff within the Office of Program Analytics (currently one staff position).
• Ability to maintain clarity in excellent written and oral communications with technical colleagues and agency leadership and represent the Department in a professional context at all levels of governance.

For questions specific to the position, please contact Meredith Mendelson at: Meredith.Mendelson@maine.gov

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced education, training, or experience navigating IT systems with demonstrated experience with Oracle, Access, or SQL databases.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Familiarity with PEGA platforms. Experience with Power Platform tools (specifically Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI). Knowledge of Application Lifecycle Management. Experience in Maine State Government.

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 confidential employees receive three (3) personal leave days per calendar year. 
• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 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 18.91% 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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