Liquor Licensing Inspector (Lewiston/Auburn Area)

MaineGuide; Auburn, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages and Lottery Operations is seeking a Liquor Licensing Inspector to oversee licensing compliance in the Lewiston/Auburn district and surrounding areas. This role focuses on field inspections, applications, and enforcement actions to ensure adherence to liquor laws.

The successful candidate will conduct on-site inspections, review licenses, and respond to complaints, traveling as needed within the district. Strong reporting and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Intermediate education, training, and/or experience directly related to inspecting and/or auditing.
• Experience conducting inspections, investigations, or compliance reviews in a regulatory environment.
• Experience interpreting and applying statutes, rules, or policies.
• Experience preparing written reports, findings, or violation documentation.
• Experience performing fieldwork that requires travel and independent scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Support businesses by explaining licensing requirements and compliance expectations to applicants, licensees, and the public
• Conduct on-site inspections of licensed liquor establishments within the assigned district to assess compliance with statutes and rules
• Review license applications and work with applicants to resolve compliance issues
• Perform fieldwork throughout the district, including travel to licensed establishments, training sites, and municipal offices
• Investigate complaints and potential violations by gathering information, conducting interviews, and observing operations in the field
• Document inspection findings and prepare clear, accurate written reports, photographs, and other supporting materials
• Coordinate inspections and investigations with partner agencies as needed
• Participate in administrative hearing processes, including licensing and administrative violation hearings

Skills

Licensing inspection

Regulatory compliance

Written reports

Interviews

Public engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Licensing software

Case management software

Job description

Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages and Lottery Operations

Opening Date:October 09, 2026

Closing Date:October 26, 2026

Grade/ Admin Unit:25 / Professional/Technical

Job Class Code:7267
Salary:$56,867.20 - $79,747.20/Annually
Position Number: 016800116

Location:Lewiston/Auburn Area

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

OVERVIEW:

Do you want to become a professional regulator? Are you interested in the beverage alcohol industry?

As a Liquor Licensing Inspector at the Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages and Lottery Operations (BABLO), you will help ensure that Maine’s liquor licensing laws are applied consistently and fairly across the state. This position focuses on field-based compliance work and direct engagement with licensed businesses across the district.

This position covers a district that includes the Lewiston/Auburn area and extends from Minot south to Falmouth and east to Richmond and Georgetown.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Liquor Licensing Inspectors play a direct role in protecting public safety by ensuring compliance with liquor licensing laws. Inspectors review applications, conduct on-site inspections, respond to complaints, and document violations as part of routine fieldwork.

RESPOSIBILITIES:

• Support businesses by explaining licensing requirements and compliance expectations to applicants, licensees, and the public
• Conduct on-site inspections of licensed liquor establishments within the assigned district to assess compliance with statutes and rules
• Review license applications and work with applicants to resolve compliance issues
• Perform fieldwork throughout the district, including travel to licensed establishments, training sites, and municipal offices
• Investigate complaints and potential violations by gathering information, conducting interviews, and observing operations in the field
• Document inspection findings and prepare clear, accurate written reports, photographs, and other supporting materials
• Coordinate inspections and investigations with partner agencies as needed
• Participate in administrative hearing processes, including licensing and administrative violation hearings

KNOWLEDGES,SKILLS,ANDABILITIESREQUIRED:

• Knowledge of municipal, county, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations relating to liquor licensing and inspection.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations relating to production and distribution of liquor.
• Knowledge of court and administrative processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of business and corporate structures.
• Knowledge of accounting and record keeping procedures.
• Knowledge of the liquor license classifications.
• Knowledge of investigative techniques.
• Knowledge of business management practices.
• Ability to independently plan and organize work.
• Ability to facilitate and maintain the cooperation of the public.
• Ability to conduct interviews to obtain information.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to interpret and explain provisions of laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports.
• Ability to conduct inspections and reviews.
• Ability to represent the Bureau at licensing and or court proceedings.
• Ability to work irregular hours.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Intermediate education, training, and/or experience directly related to inspecting and/or auditing.

Preference will be given to candidates who live in the district and those with the following skills or experience:

• Experience conducting inspections, investigations, or compliance reviews in a regulatory environment
• Experience interpreting and applying statutes, rules, or policies
• Experience preparing written reports, findings, or violation documentation
• Experience performing fieldwork that requires travel and independent scheduling
• Experience working with limited supervision in a public facing role
• Experience working with proprietary licensing or case management software systems