Business Data Analytics Specialist

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The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife is seeking a talented Business Data Analytics Specialist to join our Division of Licensing and Registration. In this role, you will take the lead in overseeing and maintaining the Department’s deer and moose lottery database system—an essential component of supporting safe, responsible, and enjoyable outdoor recreation opportunities for all.

DEPARTMENT OF INLAND FISHERIES & WILDLIFE

BUSINESS DATA ANALYTICS SPECIALIST

Opening Date: February 04, 2026

Closing Date: End of day February 18, 2026

Location: Augusta

Position Number: 01840-0251

Class Code: 0407

Grade: 27 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary: $58,219.20 - $81,806.41 Per Year

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: The primary focus of this position is to oversee and maintain the deer and moose lottery databases. This will include learning the intricate details of the deer and moose lottery databases. This position will collaborate with MaineIT to resolve system issues and implement enhancements based on management directives or legislative changes. This role also includes responsibility for managing or assisting with data collection, data entry and the preparation of reports for data related requests. This position will also be required to become familiar with the Department’s licensing and registration system, MOSES. Work is performed under limited supervision.

Duties will include:

• Learn and maintain expertise in deer and moose lottery databases and permit systems.
• Assist with updates, testing, and validation of the permit purchase and lottery application processes.
• Monitor system performance and key dates for lottery drawings and permit sales.
• Generate reports and provide data exports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyze agency operations, user needs, and service delivery to develop and implement process improvements.
• Identify opportunities to increase operational efficiency and enhance customer experience.
• Support project management tasks, including collecting data, maintaining schedules, and monitoring budgets and resources.
• Recommend and implement changes to agency operations, provider services, internal policies, and organizational structures to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.

For questions related to the position, please contact Angie Dionne at: [email protected]

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A six (6) year combination of education, training, and/or professional experience in project management, systems analysis, business analysis, program specialty, or related field.

Preferences will be given to candidates with experience with database management and knowledge of relational database design.

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 ($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 14.11% 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. 

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