Business Manager I

maine; Bangor (ME); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Health insurance coverage

Vacation leave

Job summary

Workers' Compensation Board in Bangor is seeking a Business Manager I to supervise clerical staff and oversee day-to-day operations across regional offices. The role supports Administrative Law Judges and requires strong clerical, proofreading, and customer service skills.

Preference for candidates with prior leadership of in-person and remote staff. The position involves scheduling, managing caseloads, and ensuring smooth workflow under state policies and confidentiality requirements.

Qualifications

• Education, training, and/or experience in Business/Public Administration, Accounting, Economics, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, assigns, and directs the work activities of subordinate staff to meet unit goals and ensure policy adherence.
• Counsels subordinate staff to exchange information, explain policies, and solve problems.
• Manages Bangor and Caribou Regional Offices; travel required.
• Complies with human resources laws, policies, and practices including ADA/EEO, recruitment, classifications, training, and safety.

Skills

Supervision

Staff management

Customer service

Proofreading

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Degree in Business/Public Administration or related field

Job description

Workers' Compensation Board

Opening Date: October 20, 2026

Closing Date: November 3, 2026

Grade / Admin Unit: 21 / Supervisory

Job Class Code: 0041

Salary: $23.65 - $33.39/Hourly

Position Number: 029000340

Location: Bangor

Telework: Up to 1 day per week, with management approval after passing 6‑month probation. All telework must be performed in the State of Maine.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Business Manager I for the Workers' Compensation Board BANGOR Regional Office supervises a team of clerical support staff and oversees the day‑to‑day operations of one or more regional offices, while simultaneously providing administrative support to one or more Administrative Law Judges. Strong preference will be given to candidates with previous experience with day‑to‑day supervision of in‑person and remote staff in accordance with human resources rules and policies. Position requires strong clerical, proof reading, and customer service skills. The qualified applicant must be detail oriented and be able to multi‑task, interact professionally with others, and keep a busy case load moving smoothly for an Administrative Law Judge.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:

• Plans, organizes, assigns, and directs the work activities of subordinate staff in order to facilitate attainment of unit work goals and ensure consistent application of policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Confers with and counsels subordinate staff in order to exchange information; explain work policies, procedures, and guidelines; and identify and solve work related problems.
• Manages the Bangor and Caribou Regional Offices. Travel is required.
• Implements and complies with human resource laws, policies, procedures and practices such as: ADA/EEO, recruitment, employment, position classification, performance appraisals, training, discipline, contract administration, human resource components of security protocols of agency information security and confidentiality policies, and employee safety.
• Manage caseloads for one or more Administrative Law Judges (legal secretary work). Proofread draft decisions
• Maintain the judge's scheduling/calendar
• Process filings from attorneys

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of business management.
• Knowledge of office management procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of personnel management.
• Knowledge of employee training and development.
• Ability to supervise subordinate personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to write clearly and effectively.
• Ability to plan, assign, and direct the work of others.
• Ability to initiate, implement, and evaluate administrative procedures.
• Ability to use applicable computer programs.
• Knowledge of State civil service law and rules.
• Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education, training, and/or experience in Business/Public Administration, Accounting, Economics, or another related field demonstrating competency in coordinating business operations, reviewing and maintaining records, and acting in a leadership capacity.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

• 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 va

CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact [e-mail]

The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.