Employment & Training Spec III - Anticipated Vacancy

Department of Labor; Presque Isle (ME); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

13 paid holidays

3+ weeks vacation leave

Job summary

The Department of Labor is seeking an Employment & Training Specialist III to develop and coordinate employment and training services across multiple Maine locations. The role involves testing, counseling, referrals, and program administration under limited supervision.

Responsibilities include budgeting, contract oversight, data reporting, and collaboration with partner agencies. Travel statewide may be required, with some overnight trips.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of agency goals, objectives, procedures, and policies.
• Knowledge of occupational groups, job families, and employers.
• Ability to understand and interpret applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Ability to manage an employment and training program.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to facilitate workshops and present information to large groups.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates work activities including testing, counseling, recruitment, and referral services to meet program goals.
• Prepares, negotiates, and monitors program budget, contracts, and grants to secure resources.
• Develops, designs, oversees, evaluates, and reports on employment and training programs and performance data.
• Writes reports and responds to inquiries to document services.
• Coordinates program services with other support services for client needs.
• Confers with special interest groups to inform on program goals and objectives.
• Might determine eligibility, conduct assessments, provide case management, and job placement.

Skills

Knowledge of agency goals, objectives,

Knowledge of occupational groups, job

Ability to understand and interpret…

Ability to manage an employment and

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to facilitate workshops and

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Public Administration, Education, or one of the Social Sciences

Job description

Department of Labor - Bureau of Employment Services Employment & Training Specialist III Class Code: 0703 (Professional/Technical) Opening Date: 09/11/2026 Closing Date: 09/25/2026 Location: Portland, Lewiston, Augusta, Bangor, or Rockland Position Type: Full Time Grade/Salary: 22 - $47,174.40 to $65,832.00/Annually Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

VACANCY INFORMATION: The Department of Labor has one full-time position, to be located in Portland, Lewiston, Augusta, Bangor or Rockland. Travel may be necessary, overnight statewide travel may be required occasionally.

DESCRIPTION:

This is professional services work in developing, administering and coordinating a specialized employment, training, or employer services. Work is performed under limited supervision.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:

• Directs and coordinates, work activities including testing, counseling, recruitment, and referral services in order to ensure program goals and objectives are met.
• Prepares, negotiates, and monitors program budget, contracts, and grants in order to ensure sufficient resources to meet established goals and objectives.
• Develops, designs, oversees, evaluates, and reports on employment and training programs, monitoring procedures, surveys, and program performance data in order to maximize program effectiveness and efficiency and recommend program changes.
• Writes reports and responds to inquiries in order to document services and program activities and provide information.
• Coordinates program services with other support services in order to provide for client needs.
• Confers with special interest groups in order to provide information on program goals and objectives.
• Makes presentations to small and large groups in order to convey information.
• May be responsible for determining eligibility, conducting and interpreting assessments, case management, career counseling, and job placement.

ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of the agency goals, objectives, procedures, and policies.
• Knowledge of occupational groups, job families, and employers.
• Ability to understand and interpret applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Ability to manage an employment and training program.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to facilitate workshops and present information to large groups.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to identify and analyze problems, reach logical conclusions, and make sound recommendations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Four (4) years responsible work experience in job placement and counseling, vocational rehabilitation, employment and training services, or closely related field and a Bachelor's Degree in Business/Public Administration, Education, or one of the Social Sciences. Related work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Contact Information: Questions about this position should be directed to: [e-mail]

Benefits of working for the State of Maine: 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 Fit – 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%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 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.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.86% for Confidential employees.
• State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
• Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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