Environmental Permitting Specialist II (Hybrid)

Department of Environmental Protection; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Pension

Parental leave

Job summary

The Department of Environmental Protection seeks two Environmental Licensing Specialist II in Portland, ME. You will review development proposals and determine compliance with Maine's environmental laws, drafting permitting decisions and coordinating with applicants and agencies.

You will participate in meetings, coordinate with other agencies to assess environmental impacts, and may attend hearings and appeals. Some remote work opportunities exist with management approval.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field.
• Strong analytical and writing abilities with attention to regulatory detail.
• Experience analyzing permits, licenses, and complex technical information.
• Familiarity with environmental laws at federal, state, and local levels.

Responsibilities

• Review development proposals for compliance with Maine environmental laws and regulations.
• Draft permitting decisions and recommend approval or denial of applications.
• Engage with applicants, consultants, and the public; participate in pre-application meetings.
• Coordinate with state and federal agencies to identify environmental impacts of proposed developments.
• Attend public meetings, hearings, and administrative appeals as needed.

Skills

Environmental science

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical writing

Public communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science

Tools

GIS software

Job description

The Department of Environmental Protection seeks two Environmental Licensing Specialist II in Portland, ME. You will review development proposals and determine compliance with Maine's environmental laws, drafting permitting decisions and coordinating with applicants and agencies.

You will participate in meetings, coordinate with other agencies to assess environmental impacts, and may attend hearings and appeals. Some remote work opportunities exist with management approval.