Hybrid Environmental Licensing Specialist I - Permits

State of Maine; Ashland (CA); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Gym reimbursement

FSAs

Student loan forgiveness

Parental leave

Deferred compensation

Wellness benefits

Job summary

State of Maine's Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry seeks an Environmental Licensing Specialist I in Ashland. The role focuses on routine permitting and compliance within the LUPC Northern Region, with hybrid telework after probation and some travel across regions.

The position requires knowledge of zoning and land use standards, erosion control methods, and the ability to extract and apply information from technical documents, with strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Education in environmental science or related field.
• Experience analyzing permits, applications, licenses and technical information.
• Experience with environmental laws and regulations.
• Experience in land use planning or zoning compliance.
• Preference for experience in communication and permit/report writing.

Responsibilities

• Review permit applications and enforcement cases.
• Prepare decision documents with findings and recommendations.
• Travel within the Northern Region for field visits and meetings.
• Assist with planning projects with local or regional focus.

Skills

Environmental science

Permits analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Field investigations

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science

Job description

State of Maine's Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry seeks an Environmental Licensing Specialist I in Ashland. The role focuses on routine permitting and compliance within the LUPC Northern Region, with hybrid telework after probation and some travel across regions.

The position requires knowledge of zoning and land use standards, erosion control methods, and the ability to extract and apply information from technical documents, with strong written and verbal communication.