Assistant Director of Natural Resources

Department/ Division: Community Services/Natural Resources
Union Affiliation: SEIU Local 888 Unit A
Status: Full-time
Pay Grade: 15
Hours Per Week: 40
Pay Rate: $45.6548-$55.8388 starting pay per hour, plus benefits

The Town of Yarmouth is searching for a Natural Resources Assistant Director to join our Natural Resources team.

Works under the administrative direction of the Natural Resources Director in accordance with Town policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Assists the Director in overseeing division operations of the Town’s Division of Natural Resources including natural resources management, harbors and waterways management, shellfish management and propagation, and animal control and protection; supervises division staff; assigns work and schedules activities in accordance with the goals, policies and procedures of the Division and the Town.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
High school graduation supplemented by training or course work in natural resources management, maritime operations and law enforcement, Associates degree in related field preferred.

Experience:
Five years’ experience in natural resources management, maritime operations, law enforcement or conservation operations and management; supervisory experience required; similar training acquired through military service; or any combination of education and/or experience.

Requirements:
CPR and Basic First Aid certification required.

Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle operator’s license required.

Must be able to qualify for a firearm license.

Must have or attain a Full Time Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee Academy Certificate or certificate from equivalent Bridge Training Program and attend annual in-service training classes to maintain MPTC certifications.

Required to attend and pass annual range qualifications and additional firearms training to maintain Police Appointment.

Must meet requirements set forth in MGL Ch 130 section 98 for shellfish Constables Appointment within 3 years.

Must meet requirements set forth in MGL Ch 102 section 19 for Assistant Harbormaster Appointment within 3 years.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Please complete an employment application form. (Current employees are not required to complete an employment application form). Submit an employment application form, resume, and cover letter to humanresources@yarmouth.ma.us with “Assistant Director of Natural Resources” in the subject line and include your full name, address, phone number and email address on the cover letter and resume. Applications received prior to August 4, 2026 will receive preference.

The Town of Yarmouth is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans/M/F. We encourage Veterans and those with Disabilities to apply. Applications are reviewed confidentially. Applicants that require accommodation in the job application process are encouraged to contact us at (508) 398-2231 x1274 or email humanresources@yarmouth.ma.us for assistance.