Environmental Specialist III - Shoreland Zoning Lead

State-of-Maine

Augusta (ME)

Hybrid

USD 37,000 - 51,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
13 paid holidays
Vacation leave
Sick leave
Retirement plan
Gym reimbursement
Parental leave
457(b) deferment

Job summary

The State of Maine Department of Environmental Protection invites applications for an Environmental Specialist III (Assistant Shoreland Zoning Coordinator) in Augusta. The role oversees shoreland zoning enforcement, field site visits, and SLZ trainings while evaluating municipal ordinances and assisting communities.

Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork are essential as you coordinate with regional offices, draft guidance, and manage regulatory actions in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

  • A six-year combination of education and/or experience in environmental, biological, physical science, or engineering with two years environmental experience.
  • Qualifying education must include at least 15 credit hours of science or engineering coursework.
  • Preferred: experience with natural resources protection, regulatory programs, GIS/database management, and strong customer service.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee implementation of the Mandatory Shoreland Zoning Act in Central Maine.
  • Conduct site visits and SLZ trainings; evaluate municipal ordinances.
  • Assist municipalities, pursue enforcement actions, and administer related funds.
  • Communicate regulatory information clearly to diverse audiences; provide excellent service.
  • Coordinate with managers in other regional offices and support drafting guidance.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge
Interpersonal skills
Public communication

Education

Science coursework (15+ credit hours)

Tools

GIS
Database management
PowerPoint
Access
Publishing software

Job description

The State of Maine Department of Environmental Protection invites applications for an Environmental Specialist III (Assistant Shoreland Zoning Coordinator) in Augusta. The role oversees shoreland zoning enforcement, field site visits, and SLZ trainings while evaluating municipal ordinances and assisting communities.

Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork are essential as you coordinate with regional offices, draft guidance, and manage regulatory actions in a fast-paced environment

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