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Environmental Licensing Specialist I - Augusta - 2011

State of Maine

Augusta, Maine(remote)

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$47,174.40–$65,832
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Bid Analysis, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Database Administration, Dental Insurance, Environmental Impact, Environmental Law, Environmental Sciences, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Licensing, Natural Resources, Policy Implementation, Professional Services, Project Evaluation, Public Administration, Regulations, Spatial Data, State Government, Technical Analysis, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Augusta, Maine
POSTED
4 days ago
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The Department of Environmental Protection announces an Environmental Licensing Specialist I vacancy, based in Augusta. This position will focus on licensing responsibilities.

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

ENVIRONMENTAL LICENSING SPECIALIST I

Opening Date: June 17, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day July 10, 2026

Location: Augusta

Position Number: 08300-2011

Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: 9272

Grade: 22 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary: $47,174.40 - $65,832.00 Per Year

Interested applicants need to submit a Direct Hire Application along with a Cover Letter, and a detailed Resume.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: Guided by overlapping elements of environmental policy and environmental protection, the successful candidate will review development proposals and evaluate whether a project will comply with Maine's environmental protection laws and regulations. This is professional services work involving review of environmental license applications within the Department of Environmental Protection. Responsibilities include analyzing technical and scientific information, drafting decision documents, and interpreting laws, rules, regulations, and policies. As part of this evaluation process, you will work directly with applicants, their consultants and attorneys and participate in pre-application and pre-submission meetings to provide regulatory guidance; you will lead coordination with other State resource agencies to identify and assess potential environmental impacts of proposed development; meet with federal and municipal officials reviewing the same projects; and conduct site visits. You will work with limited oversight as you gain experience. You also will have the opportunity to participate in public meetings, public hearings, and administrative appeals before the Board of Environmental Protection.

There will be remote work opportunities available with this position based on Department guidelines.

For more information specific to the position, please contact Robert L. Green at: (207) 615-2214 or robert.l.green@maine.gov

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education, training and/or experience in environmental science or another applicable scientific field and demonstrated experience analyzing and processing permits, applications, licenses, and technical information, or demonstrated directly related experience working with environmental laws, rules, regulations, and complex technical evaluations in a scientific and/or legal field.

Preference will be given to candidates with skills and/or experience in:
  • Education that emphasizes concepts and techniques involved in natural resources protection and/or management
  • Strong analytical and writing skills
  • Demonstrated interest in the implementation of environmental policy
  • GIS/database management/other computer skills
  • Experience in interpersonal relationships and/or customer service in a fast-paced work environment

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. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

  • 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 ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 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 Insuranc

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