Public Relations Representative (Angling & Outdoor Education Coordinator) - 0111 - Augusta

Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 49,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife seeks a Public Relations Representative (Angling & Outdoor Education Coordinator) in Augusta to develop angling education programs and coordinate workshops across Maine. You will work with staff, partners, and volunteers to deliver engaging outdoor education experiences for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities include creating lesson plans, presenting both in person and virtually, coordinating outreach events, and supporting R3 recruitment and

Qualifications

• Significant experience in public relations, journalism, or a closely related field demonstrating knowledge of educational outreach, public relations, media, and information dissemination practices.
• Experience in recruiting, training, mentoring, or supporting volunteers.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate program details, adapt to changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver angling education programs and related outdoor education activities.
• Coordinate and lead workshops, field days, and outreach events across Maine.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteer instructors and mentors.

Skills

Public relations

Educational outreach

Oral and written communication

Microsoft Office

Volunteer coordination

Outdoor education

Event coordination

Team collaboration

Public speaking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF INLAND FISHERIES & WILDLIFE PUBLIC RELATIONS REPRESENTATIVE (ANGLING & OUTDOOR EDUCATION COORDINATOR)

Opening Date: October 16, 2026 Closing Date: End of the day November 06, 2026 Location: Augusta Position Number: 01880-0111 Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Year-Round Class Code: 0827 Grade: 22 (Professional/Technical Unit) Salary: $49,296.00 - $68,785.60 Per Year

Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative educator who enjoys working with people and helping them build the skills and confidence to explore the outdoors. If you are a strong communicator, a supportive teammate, and someone who enjoys bringing staff, partners, and volunteers together around a shared purpose, we encourage you to apply.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This professional services position serves as the Department’s Angling and Outdoor Education Coordinator within the Information and Education Division’s Recreational Safety Section. The primary focus is developing and delivering angling education programs, with additional responsibilities supporting outdoor skills and conservation education related to hunting, shooting sports, outdoor recreation, and fisheries and wildlife management. Working closely with Department staff, partner agencies, community organizations, and volunteers, this person will coordinate and lead workshops, field days, and other programs that introduce participants to outdoor recreation and help them continue or return to these activities. The position supports the Department’s recruitment, retention, and reactivation (R3) efforts through welcoming, practical learning opportunities. Recruiting, training, and supporting volunteer instructors and mentors is a central part of this role. We are looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, helping others succeed, and working as part of a team to deliver engaging educational experiences. Responsibilities include developing and evaluating programs, creating lesson plans and public educational resources, teaching participants with a range of ages and experience levels, and presenting programs both in person and virtually. This person will also maintain programming equipment and help coordinate and staff the Department’s outreach events, shows, and fairs.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Required: Professional communication experience, including interpretation, teaching, or educational outreach in a nonformal setting.
• Required: Ability to organize and guide groups in a variety of settings to meet program goals.
• Required: Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to develop organized lesson plans and present information effectively to a wide range of audiences.
• Required: Knowledge of or experience with Microsoft Office.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to contribute positively to a team.
• Enthusiasm for working directly with the public and creating welcoming learning experiences.
• Ability to build and maintain productive relationships with colleagues, partner agencies, community organizations, and volunteers.
• Experience recruiting, training, mentoring, or supporting volunteers.
• Practical outdoor recreation skills, preferably including angling, and an interest in teaching those skills to others.
• Strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to coordinate program details and adapt to changing needs.

For questions related to the position, please contact Ronald Fournier at: [e-mail]

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

This is a full-time, year-round position. Weekend, holiday, and occasional evening work is required. The position involves office work in Augusta and substantial fieldwork throughout Maine, engaging directly with the public. Some duties may be performed remotely. Outdoor work is required in all seasons, sometimes in mildly inclement weather.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Significant experience in public relations, journalism, or a closely related field demonstrating possession of knowledge and skill in educational outreach, public relations, media, and information dissemination practices and techniques. Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Benefits:

• 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.

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.