Job Description

　　The Department of Conservation and Recreation's mission is to protect, promote and enhance our common wealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR's staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission.

　　The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Program Coordinator II - Research Assistant, located at 10 Park Plaza, Boston, MA. Please submit a cover letter and resume as part of the application process.

　　About Conservation and Resource Stewardship: DCR places are special. It starts with the conservation and stewardship of our Commonwealth's unique and significant landscapes. Outdoor recreation invites all to experience these resources and see what makes Massachusetts special. It is purpose of the Conservation and Resource Stewardship team to ensure these lands are available for future generations. It is our passion to create a sense of place at DCR that will foster a culture of stewardship.

　　GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

　　The Research Assistant will process Research Proposals and Agreements, add content to the Research Management System, and help coordinate DCR staff research efforts.

　　DETAILED STATEMENT OF JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Receive Research Proposals and review for completeness. For incomplete proposals, contact the applicant to complete the proposal. Coordinate proposal reviews with appropriate DCR staff to determine proposal merits and relevance, obtain recommended conditions, and identify the site-specific point(s) of contact. In conjunction with the Research Coordinator, determine if the proposals merit a DCR Research Agreement and if so, subject to what conditions. Notify the proposal applicant of the Research Office decision. Provide the approved proposal applicants and the DCR points of contact with the Research Agreement. Collaborate with the Research Coordinator to ensure the Research Agreement's conditions are met. Maintain and contribute to the Research Management System database. Update the Research Management System dashboard. Assist with new web-based applications for the Research Office. Provide the Research Coordinator and Director with regular updates about new Research Proposals and Research Agreement progress. Other duties as assigned.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　Experience with charts, graphs, and tables. Experience with ArcGIS and ArcGIS Online applications Experience writing narrative summaries of charts, graphs, and tables. Experience working with large databases. Experience building rapport with others. Experience adjusting to change. High attention to detail and organization in administrative tasks. Experience translating technical and or scientific information to the public. Ability to use sound judgment.

　　Qualifications

　　First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

　　Minimum Entrance Requirements:

　　Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full time, or equivalent part-time, professional, administrative or managerial experience in business administration, business management or public administration the major duties of which involved program management, program administration, program coordination, program planning and/or program analysis, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

　　Substitutions:

　　I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.

　　II. A Graduate degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for the required experience.

　　III. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major other than in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.

　　Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

　　Comprehensive Benefits

　　When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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　　An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

　　The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.