Environmental Specialist II - Augusta - 1021

MaineGuide; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

12 days sick leave

3+ weeks vacation leave

Health insurance coverage

Dental insurance

Retirement plan MainePERS

Gym membership reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Parental leave

Job summary

The Department of Environmental Protection in Augusta, ME is seeking an Environmental Specialist II to perform stormwater compliance inspections and audits. The role involves fieldwork across the Central Maine region, handling NOI/NEC/NOT reviews and SWMP/SWPPP assessments, and data entry into state databases.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor’s degree with science/engineering credits or equivalent environmental experience, with knowledge of water quality laws and stormwater practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 15 science or engineering credit hours, or a four-year combination of education and experience in environmental science or related area.
• Knowledge of water quality laws and regulations is preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively in writing and speech.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance inspections and audits for discharges in the Central Maine region.
• Review NOI/NEC/NOT forms and SWMPs and SWPPPs for compliance.
• Enter data into Department databases accurately.
• Collaborate with other inspectors, enforcement staff, and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Water quality knowledge

Stormwater BMPs

Verbal and written communication

Manage inspections

Team player / independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree with science/engineering credits

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Opening Date: September 25, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day October 16, 2026

Location: Augusta*

Position Number: 08330-1021

Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: 9252

Grade: 21 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary: $22.08 - $30.89 Per Hour**

*NOTE: This is for the position located in Augusta in the Central Maine Regional Office, not the Southern Maine Regional Office in Portland. If you are interested in either location, please apply to BOTH open positions.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION

This position is a stormwater compliance inspector in the Division of Water Quality Management (DWQM). The position requires extensive fieldwork conducting compliance inspections and audits for a variety of industrial, commercial, and municipal discharges in the Central Maine region based out of Augusta.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS

• Conduct compliance inspections and audits for a variety of industrial, commercial, and municipal discharges in the Central Maine region.
• Review and comment on Notice of Intent (NOI), Notice of No Exposure (NEC) and Notice of Termination (NOT) forms as well as Stormwater Management Plans (SWMPs) and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs).
• Complete data entry into the Department's applicable databases.
• Interact closely with other compliance inspectors and enforcement staff in the DWQM as well as federal and state regulatory agencies, the regulated community, and other interested parties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelors’ Degree from an accredited educational institution which includes 15 credit hours of science or engineering courses -OR- a four (4) year combination of education and experience in an environmental science or related area.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills or experience

• Knowledge of water quality laws and regulations
• Knowledge of stormwater best management practices
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to manage compliance inspections associated with multiple stormwater permits
• Ability to work as both a team member and independently

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

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 Balance– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays,12 days of sick leave, and3+ weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays85%-100%of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$14,369.04 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.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes14.06%of payto the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program– Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receiveforty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn aboutadditional wellness benefitsfor State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.