Environmental Specialist III (Senior Enforcement and Field Services Inspector) - 1101 - Presque Isle

MaineGuide; Presque Isle (ME); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

12 days of sick leave

3+ weeks of vacation leave

Health insurance coverage

Job summary

Department of Environmental Protection in Presque Isle is seeking a Senior Enforcement and Field Services Inspector to support the Field Services Division. The role focuses on implementing environmental acts, conducting site visits, and making field determinations in the Northern Maine region.

The candidate will perform inspections, evaluate permit by rule applications, and pursue enforcement actions, with a focus on problem prevention and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Six (6) year combination of education and/or experience in environmental, biological, physical science, or engineering which includes two (2) years of environmental experience.
• Qualifying education must include at least 15 credit hours of science or engineering coursework from an accredited educational institution.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits in response to environmental complaints.
• Make field determinations to confirm the presence of protected natural resources.
• Perform compliance inspections of licensed activities.
• Evaluate permit by rule applications.
• Pursue formal enforcement actions, including written letters of warnings, notices of violations, and consent agreements.

Skills

Natural resources protection/and/or mg

Environmental regulatory programs

Field work

Customer service

GIS/database management

Education

Six years education/experience with 15 science credits

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

(SENIOR ENFORCEMENT AND FIELD SERVICES INSPECTOR)

Opening Date: November 06, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day December 04, 2026

Location: Presque Isle

Position Number: 08320-1101

Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: 9253

Grade: 23 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary: $26.57 - $37.29 Per Hour*

*This includes a 7.33% Salary Adjustment). This is earning potential over the course of nine steps; new hires generally start at step one. Annual step increases are based on performance reviews and authorization of such increases.

Interested candidates need to submit a Direct Hire Application, Cover Letter, and a detailed Resume* .

*For us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position is a Senior Enforcement and Field Services Inspector for the Field Services Division in the Bureau of Land Resources. This position is responsible for supporting implementation of the Natural Resources Protection Act, Site Location of Development Law, Stormwater Management Law, and Erosion and Sedimentation Control Law in the Northern Maine region. The core responsibilities of the position include:

• Conduct site visits in response to environmental complaints.
• Make field determinations to confirm the presence of protected natural resources.
• Perform compliance inspections of licensed activities.
• Evaluate permit by rule applications.
• Pursue formal enforcement actions, including written letters of warnings, notices of violations, and consent agreements.

A key function of the position is problem prevention and problem solving. The position may participate on the Board of Environmental Protection presentations, public meetings, and hearings.

For more information on the specifics of the position, please contact Dawn Hurd at: [phone] or [e-mail]

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A six (6) year combination of education and/or experience in environmental, biological, physical science, or engineering which includes two (2) years of environmental experience. Qualifying education must include at least 15 credit hours of science or engineering coursework from an accredited educational institution.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Experience with or knowledge of the concepts and techniques involved in natural resources protection and/or management.
• Experience with or knowledge of environmental regulatory programs at the federal, state, or local level.
• Field work experience in identifying natural resources or furtherance of the administration of a regulatory program.
• Experience with customer service in a fast-paced work environment.
• GIS/database management/other computer skills.

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 thepremium costsfor 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 aboutprogram 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 theFamily and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• additional wellness benefitsfor State employees from theOffice 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.