Skilled marine biologist for case handling at the Danish Environmental Protection Agency (maternity leave cover)

Do you want to help ensure that the operation of aquaculture is conducted in an environmentally responsible manner? Do you have knowledge of the aquaculture sector and the environmental legal rules applicable to companies operating at sea? And are you eager to join a team where, with great commitment and emphasis on collaboration and good humor, we prioritise delivering high quality? Then it’s you we’re looking for.

The position

One of our skilled case handlers is going on maternity leave. Therefore we are seeking a maternity leave substitute for a period of 13 months. The position is located in the Marine Activities Office in the Danish Environmental Protection Agency (Miljøstyrelsen), where we, among other things, are responsible for approving establishment of fish farms according to the rules in the Fisheries Act and the Environmental Protection Act and for supervising the operation of fish farms. The team currently consists of seven skilled colleagues.

You will work with the following tasks

• Make decisions on permits and approvals of fish farms.
• Monitor the operation of fish farms.
• Answer various inquiries from companies, citizens etc.

The task of handling applications is a central task in the position. To be able to process an application independently, you must have a solid knowledge of the rules for approval and operation of fish farms, including especially knowledge of the EU directives on nature and environmental protection.

Your profile

We expect that you

• have a background as a marine biologist.
• have knowledge of national rules for approval and operation of fish farms.
• have experience with the application of the Water Framework Directive and Habitat Directive.
• have experience with making decisions, and including knowledge of administrative law.
• have a good head with the ability to oversee complex cases.
• communicate clearly both in writing and speaking.
• are outgoing with a positive mindset and want to contribute to our community.
• take responsibility for the tasks, have a sense of humor and good collaboration skills.

Salary and employment terms

Salary and employment terms are in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and a range of Akademiker organizations for academics in the state (Academics Collective Agreement).

Start date 1 December 2026. The position is fixed-term until the end of 2027.

Further information

If you want to know more, you are welcome to contact Office Manager Bettine Aundrup at tel.

22 84 46 75.

How to apply for the position

You apply for the position online by sending your application, CV, proof of education m.m. no later than 22 October 2026 . We expect to hold interviews on 27 October 2026 .