Environmental Specialist IV - 1930 - Augusta

State of Maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 61,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maine is seeking an Environmental Specialist IV for the Bureau of Air Quality in Augusta. This role involves overseeing regulatory programs, ensuring compliance, and managing emissions control initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and management skills and at least eight years of relevant experience. Remote work options are available.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Vacation

Health and Dental Insurance

Retirement Contributions

Wellness Programs

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Eight years of combined education and/or experience in environmental science or related fields.
• At least two years of supervisory or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Researching, drafting, and promulgating air quality regulations and plans.
• Developing budgets, preparing grant applications, and tracking funding.
• Managing mobile source emissions control programs and enforcement activities.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Management Skills

Education

15 credit hours in science or engineering

Job description

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST IV

Opening Date:	May 13, 2025	Closing Date:	May 30, 2025
Location:	Augusta	Position #:	08300-1930
Position Type:	Full Time	Class Code:	9254
Grade/Salary:	Grade 26 (Supervisory) - $61,068.80 - $86,361.60 Per Year**(This includes the 2.25% Salary Adjustment)

* This is earning potential over nine steps; new hires start at step one. Annual step increases depend on performance reviews and authorized increases.

The Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Air Quality, seeks to fill an Environmental Specialist IV vacancy in Augusta.

Job Description

This Environmental Specialist IV position is within the Maine DEP’s Bureau of Air Quality, Planning and Mobile Sources Section. The manager develops, implements, and oversees regulatory and non-regulatory programs for the Bureau of Air Quality. The role involves collaboration with staff across the Air Bureau and other agencies. The candidate should have strong analytical, communication, and management skills, with responsibilities including:

• Researching, drafting, and promulgating air quality regulations and plans, and ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Developing budgets, preparing grant applications, and tracking funding.
• Providing technical support for initiatives like the Maine Climate Council and investigating environmental issues related to emissions.
• Managing mobile source emissions control programs, enforcement activities, and developing emissions inventories.
• Drafting legislation, testimony, and participating in federal rulemaking comments.

Remote work is available following DEP Telework Policy.

Contact: Eric Kennedy at [e-mail]

Qualifications

Eight years of combined education and/or experience in environmental science or related fields, including at least two years of supervisory or management experience. Education must include 15 credit hours in science or engineering.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with environmental regulatory programs.
• Grant writing and management skills.
• Strong writing and public speaking skills.
• Ability to collaborate with technical staff and the public.

Application Process

Apply online with a cover letter and current resume, including dates and responsibilities. For paper applications, download from here and submit to the specified address before the deadline.

Benefits

Our benefits include paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, health and dental insurance, retirement contributions, wellness programs, parental leave, and more, supporting work-life balance and health.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, creating an environment of respect and belonging for all applicants and employees.

If you require accommodations to apply, please contact us. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, especially those from historically excluded communities.