Environmental Specialist IV - 1438 - Bangor (Anticipated Vacancy)

Department of Environmental Protection; Bangor (ME); Sur place; USD 64 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health Insurance Coverage

Vacation Leave

Parental Leave

Retirement Plan

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts

Résumé du poste

The Maine Department of Environmental Protection in Bangor, ME, seeks an Environmental Specialist IV to lead the Compliance and Technical Assistance Unit within the Eastern Maine Regional Office.

The role supervises three inspectors, conducts complex technical evaluations, and coordinates with permitting staff on compliance for new permits, with opportunities to present at conferences and manage project work plans.

Qualifications

• Eight (8) year combination of education and/or experience in environmental science or related area which includes at least two (2) years of supervisory or program management/administration experience.
• Qualifying education must include at least 15 credit hours of science or engineering coursework.

Responsabilités

• Perform duties of a compliance inspector and supervise three compliance inspector positions.
• Determine compliance with licenses under the Maine Pollutant Discharge Elimination System and Waste Discharge License programs.
• Coordinate with permitting staff on compliance requirements for new permits and coordinate enforcement activities with enforcement staff.

Connaissances

Supervisory experience

Program management

Compliance inspections

Verbal and written communication

Leadership in team dynamics

Formation

Environmental science coursework 15 credits

Outils

Electronic database data entry

Electronic field inspections

Description du poste

The Maine Department of Environmental Protection is seeking candidates for an Environmental Specialist IV with the Bureau of Water Quality, Division of Water Quality Management, Compliance and Technical Assistance Unit, in the Eastern Maine Regional Office located in Bangor, Maine.

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Environmental Specialist IV -ANTICIPATED VACANCY- Opening Date: October 13, 2026 Closing Date: End of the day October 27, 2026 Location: Bangor Position Number: 08330-1438 Position Type: Full Time/Year-Round Class Code: 9254 Grade: 26 (Supervisory) Salary: $63,960.00 - $90,480.00 Per Year* *(This includes a 2.5% Salary Adjustment).

This is the 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.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION

This is professional services and scientific work of a supervisory nature in environmental protection, including program management and performing complex technical evaluations. This position is responsible for performing the duties of a compliance inspector and supervising three compliance inspector positions. The specific duties include determining compliance with licenses issued under the Maine Pollutant Discharge Elimination System and Waste Discharge License programs, in addition to coordinating with permitting staff on compliance requirements for new permits. This position would be responsible for conducting compliance inspections, participating as a presenter at various conferences and meetings, coordinating enforcement activities with enforcement staff, representing the EMRO office compliance staff at management meetings, managing progress with work plans, and participating in planning and development meetings.

For more information on the specifics of the position, please contact Holly Ireland at: [phone].

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

An eight (8) year combination of education and/or experience in environmental science or related area which includes at least two (2) years of supervisory or program management/administration experience. Qualifying education must include at least 15 credit hours of science or engineering coursework.

Preferred Skills or Experience

• Experience/knowledge of the design and operations of wastewater treatment facilities.
• Knowledge of water quality laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of water pollution issues and science.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and manage multiple projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated leadership in exceptional team dynamics.
• Experience in technical writing.
• Experience with electronic database data entry and management.
• Experience with electronic field inspections.

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.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance - 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%-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 contributes 14.06% of pay to 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 leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child including fathers and adoptive parents receive forty-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 a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for 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.

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Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.