Oil Hazardous Material Specialist II - 1820 - Augusta
Oil Hazardous Material Specialist II - 1820 - Augusta
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OIL & HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SPECIALIST II
Opening Date:
April 11 2025
Closing Date:
April 25 2025
Location:
Augusta
Position #:
0
Position Type:
Permanent Full Time
Class Code:
9258
Grade/Salary:
Grade 24 $51688.00 $72467.20 Per Year*
*This is earning potential over the course of nine steps new hires start at step one. Annual step increases are based on performance reviews and authorization of such increases.
The Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Remediation and Waste Management is seeking to fill an Oil & Hazardous Material Specialist II vacancy in Augusta.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position conducts site visits performs inspections and investigates alleged violations of Maines petroleum laws and rules. The position determines compliance provides technical assistance develops corrective action strategies enforcement responses and referrals for more formal action as needed. Work includes assisting the Departments Division of Response Services in the investigation of oil releases and obtaining neat and environmental samples in support of investigations compliance determinations enforcement actions and corrective actions. The position serves as the point of contact for compliance determinations involving the management of petroleum at locations statewide other than underground oil tank facilities. This position manages corrective actions and natural resource damage assessment and restoration planning projects. The position coordinates with staff from other Department administered programs and other technical experts within and external to the Department and performs research of scientific literature regulatory requirements deeds and easements and prepares written reports as well as formal and informal correspondence.
For more information on the specifics of the position please contact Butch Bowie at:or
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science Chemistry Geology or other physical science and three 3 years experience in investigation monitoring or inspection work in an environmental science field including at least one 1 year dealing with oil and hazardous materials technologies. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for education on a yearforyear basis.
Preference will also be given to candidates with the following skills and experience:
- Experience applying federal and state laws and rules concerning management of petroleum products.
- Experience interviewing potential responsible parties and investigating releases of petroleum or other hazardous substances.
- Experience with petroleum management and distribution technologies.
- Experience working on Natural Resource Damage Assessments and Restoration Planning.
- Experience in oral and written communication of technical information to a wide variety of audiences.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the APPLY button below along with uploading a Cover Letter and a current Resume. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting you must be sure your Resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not fulltime employment should be identified as such.
If you cant apply online and you require a paper application please download and print one here: Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with a Cover Letter and a detailed Resume before the closing date to: Natural Resources Service Center c/o Kristin McCamish 32 Blossom Lane Marquardt Building Augusta ME. Please be sure that the title and position number of the job you are applying for is included.
No matter where you work across Maine state government you find employees who embody our state mottoDirigo or I leadas they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforces health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package including:
- WorkLife Balance Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays12 days of sick leave and3 weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service and overtimeexempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage The State of Maine pays85100 of employeeonly premiums $11196.96$13172.88 annual value) depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costsfor you and your family including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Health Insurance Premium Credit Participation decreases employeeonly premiums by 5. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information aboutprogram requirements.
- Dental Insurance The State of Maine pays 100 of employeeonly dental premiums $358.08 annual value).
- Retirement Plan The State of Maine contributes13.29 of payto 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.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Set aside money pretax to help pay for outofpocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information visit theFederal Student Aid office.
- Living Resources Program Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
- Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceivefortytwo 42 consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional unpaid leave may also be available under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation Save additional pretax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves457(b) account through payroll deductions.
- Learn about additional wellness benefitsfor State employees from theOffice of Employee Health and Wellness.
Theres a job and then theres purposeful transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn grow and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race color sex sexual orientation or gender identity physical or mental disability religion age ancestry national origin familial status or genetics.
If youre looking for a great next step and want to feel good about what you do wed love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
