Policy and Science Assistant - Casco Bay Estuary Partnership

Policy and Science Assistant - Casco Bay Estuary Partnership

Portland, ME, United States and 2 more (On-site)

• Job Identification 2057
• Job Category Other Administrative Support
• Posting Date 01/13/2026, 03:37 PM
• Locations P.O. Box 9300, Portland, ME, 04104, US (On-site)
• Apply Before 02/04/2026, 04:59 AM
• Business Unit University of Southern Maine
• Grade Professional Salaried grade 02
• Job Schedule Full time
• Regular or Temporary Regular
• Department USM Cutler Institute Admin
• Bargaining Unit Universities of Maine Professional Staff Association (UMPSA)
• Job Type Fixed Length
• Work Duration Years 2
• Workdays Monday to Friday

The Catherine Cutler Institute at the University of Southern Maine is pleased to announce an opening for a full-time Casco Bay Estuary Partnership (CBEP) Policy and Science Assistant join our dynamic team.

This is a grant funded, full-time, two-year position located on our Portland Campus.

The experienced staff members of the Catherine Cutler Institute work collaboratively to help partnering organizations and communities thrive in a changing world by translating knowledge and best practices into sustainable solutions that are responsive to societal needs and focused on meaningful outcomes.

The Casco Bay Estuary Partnership (CBEP) Policy and Science Assistant is a two-year fixed term position that works with other CBEP staff across all institutional and program areas to support the work of the Casco Bay Estuary Partnership. The Policy and Science Assistant works across all CBEP program area to gain wide exposure to and understanding of coastal and marine issues in Maine and familiarity with how institutions working on coastal management are themselves managed.

The Policy and Science Assistant supports project planning and implementation in administrative technical, and communications domains.

Duties include assisting with project implementation across all CBEP program areas; representing CBEP on working groups and at external meetings and events; providing administrative, planning and facilitation support for CBEP-led meetings and events; helping with data collection activities, including field data collection and maintenance of field equipment; planning and delivering educational activities; supporting communication of project activities and accomplishments to outside audiences;

assisting with social media and maintenance of CBEP’s website, drafting outreach and marketing materials; assisting with design, development and dissemination of project products and reports; and coordinating preparation of information needed to report on CBEP activities to EPA and other funders.

This is a grant funded
, full-time position with an annual of $42,000 located on our Portland Campus. Occasional travel within state and out of state may be required.

The University of Southern Maine offers highly competitive benefits for full-time and eligible part-time employees that includes (but is not limited to):

• 14 paid holidays plus earned vacation time and sick time.
• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Low-cost short-term disability insurance and employer-paid long-term disability insurance.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance.
• A tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse or dependent child(ren).
• A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Free access to the METRO system, including the Husky Line with service between our Portland and Gorham campuses.

The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond.

USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University .

The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.

We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of two years of relevant work experience.
• Strong communication skills, including use of English, grammar,…