Environmental Specialist III (Certification & Licensing Specialist-Pesticides) - Augusta - 0747

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. BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Maine Board of Pesticides Control (BPC), has a current full-time vacancy for a Certification and Licensing Specialist based in Augusta.

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The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry is recruiting to fill the position of Environmental Specialist III in Augusta, Maine.

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION & FORESTRY

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

CERTIFICATION & LICENSING SPECIALIST - PESTICIDES

Opening Date: August 05, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day August 26, 2026

Location: Augusta

Position Number: 00500-0747

Position Type: Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: 9253

Grade: 23 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary: $25.43 - $35.68 Per Hour*

*(This includes a 7.33% Salary Adjustment)

Interested applicants need to submit a Direct Hire Application, Cover Letter, three references, and a detailed Resume*

*For us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Maine Board of Pesticides Control (BPC), has a current full-time vacancy for a Certification and Licensing Specialist based in Augusta. This position plays a key role in advancing the BPC's mission to protect public health, the environment, and Maine's natural resources by promoting pesticide stewardship through education, outreach, and regulatory support.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering high-quality training programs for certified pesticide applicators, licensees, and the public.
• Assisting with preparing, updating, and maintaining educational materials, training manuals, and certification examinations to ensure content remains current and effective.
• Developing and delivering presentations to diverse audiences
• Assisting with scheduling and proctoring certification and licensing examinations.
• Promoting compliance with the Federal Worker Protection Standard by providing outreach and training to the regulated community.
• Responding to inquiries from the public and regulated community and providing guidance on certification and licensing requirements and pesticide regulations.
• Enhancing online continuing education opportunities tailored to meet the needs of a wide range of pesticide use sectors.
• Reviewing and processing licensing applications and assisting with the issuance and renewal of licenses.
• Performing other related duties in support of the BPC's certification and licensing program and serving as a resource to the public.

For questions specific to the position, please contact Lindsay Johnston-Fennell at: Lindsay.Johnston-Fennell@maine.gov

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A six (6) year combination of education and/or experience in environmental, biological, physical science, or engineering which includes two (2) years of environmental experience. Qualifying education must include at least 15 credit hours of science or engineering coursework from an accredited educational institution.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in agricultural production, pesticide application, business software solutions, and GIS training.

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 ($12,213.60-$14,369.04 annual value),