Environmental Specialist III

Maine's Department of Environmental Protection seeks an Environmental Specialist III in Presque Isle. The role involves licensing, compliance inspections, and fieldwork related to waste management and environmental compliance. Candidates need six years of relevant education/experience, including two years in environmental roles. Benefits include paid leave, health insurance, retirement contributions, and support programs. This position requires collaboration and communication skills, with a focus on environmental remediation and management.
Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Remediation and Waste Management is seeking to fill an Environmental Specialist III vacancy in Presque Isle.

Job Details:

Opening Date: October 01, 2025

Closing Date: 12:01 AM October 18, 2025

Location: Presque Isle

Position Number: 08330-1911

Class Code: 9253

Grade: 23 (Professional/Technical)

Salary: $52,894.40 - $74,214.40 Per Year*

*This includes a 7.33% Salary Adjustment.

Brief Job Description: This position conducts licensing, compliance, investigative, and assistance work related to agronomic utilization and beneficial use activities as well as composting, anaerobic digestion, septage and sludge management, solid waste storage, and solid waste processing facilities.

Responsibilities:Reviewing and processing license applications.Conducting compliance inspections and routine fieldwork.Providing regulatory and technical assistance.Investigating complaints and managing enforcement actions.Attending meetings and presenting information in public settings.This position combines office work and field activity. The position collaborates with staff throughout the Department to determine corrective actions, establish preventative measures, and achieve environmental compliance.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:Experience in environmental assessment and remediation.Knowledge of agronomy, soil science, composting, and anaerobic digestion.Experience reviewing applications and data under local, state, or federal requirements.Ability to direct project teams and work well within a team environment.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in the transfer of technical information to a non-technical audience.Ability to identify and resolve problems independently.Demonstrated organizational skills.Benefits: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.Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums, depending on salary.Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums.Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program.Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.Parental leave – All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive 42 consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave.The State of Maine is an Equal Opportunity employer, committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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Salary: USD 52894 - 74214 per year

Experience: 3 years required