Senior Administrative Specialist - Certification & Compliance

State of Maine; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

The State of Maine Department of Education seeks a dedicated administrative professional in Augusta to support the certification team and the public. You will handle complex applications, interpret regulations, and manage routine budgets and financial statements with independent judgment.

This full-time role requires strong office practices, reliable communication, and the ability to coordinate across teams while maintaining data integrity and confidentiality for state processes.

Qualifications

• Advanced administrative support at statewide level
• Ability to apply rules, regulations and policies
• Prepare budgets and financial statements
• Review and reconcile certification records

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced office support to agency and public
• Process applications leading to authorizations and certification
• Explain applicable rules and guidance to applicants
• Conduct daily reconciliation of records and resolve discrepancies

Skills

Office management

Independent judgment

Communication

Policy interpretation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or education

Job description

The State of Maine Department of Education seeks a dedicated administrative professional in Augusta to support the certification team and the public. You will handle complex applications, interpret regulations, and manage routine budgets and financial statements with independent judgment.

This full-time role requires strong office practices, reliable communication, and the ability to coordinate across teams while maintaining data integrity and confidentiality for state processes.