Environmental Specialist III - 2222 - Augusta (Anticipated Vacancy)
Environmental Specialist III - 2222 - Augusta (Anticipated Vacancy)
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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III
ANTICIPATED VACANCY
Opening Date:
May 05 2025
Closing Date:
May 16 2025
Location:
Augusta
Position #:
0
Position Type:
Permanent Full Time
Class Code:
9253
Grade/Salary:
Grade 23 $25.43 $35.68 Per Hour*
*(This includes the 7.33% Salary Adjustment)*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.
Do you enjoy interesting and challenging work in the environmental field Do you enjoy working with diverse groups of professionals and other stakeholders while making a difference throughout the State of Maine
The Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Remediation and Waste Management is seeking to fill an Environmental Specialist III vacancy in Augusta.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is professional services work involved in the development and implementation of programs overseen by the Departments Sustainability Unit specifically within the Bottle Redemption Program. This position is multifaceted and will conduct a variety of different activities as part of program implementation including licensing compliance assistance inspection and enforcement. The position provides technical assistance to the regulated community which includes small businesses in Maine consumer goods companies and additional private sector entities doing business in Maine to assist them in achieving compliance with regulatory requirements of the program and work towards improving program efficiency. The position may also assist with other materials management initiatives being undertaken by municipalities nonprofits and the private sector. Specific tasks include the following: review and approval of license and registration applications; field compliance inspections; compliance assistance to brand owners initiators of deposit retailers redemption centers and contracted agents; review and analysis of program data and operations; management of grant awards; and initiation of enforcement actions as needed. Work is performed under limited supervision. Statewide travel is required.
For questions specific to the position please contact Elena Bertocci at (207)or
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 applicants with the following skills or experience:
- Knowledge of Maines solid waste management programs and systems.
- Knowledge of data collection systems and applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to identify and analyze issues reach logical conclusions and make sound recommendations/decisions.
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 pays85%100% 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
