Policy Development Specialist - 1670 - Augusta
Policy Development Specialist - 1670 - Augusta
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POLICY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Opening Date:
June 03 2025
Closing Date:
June 25 2025
Location:
Augusta
Position #:
08330-1670
Position Type:
Full Time
Class Code:
0595
Grade/Salary:
Grade 28 (Confidential) - $66206.40 - $94057.60 Per Hour*
* This is the earning potential over the course of nine steps. Annual step increases are dependent on obtaining successful performance reviews and the authorization to issue such increases.
The Department of Environmental Protection Office of the Commissioner is seeking to fill a Policy Development Specialist vacancy in Augusta.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position coordinates development of Department rules agency-wide and ensures the Department fulfills all requirements for rulemaking under the Maine Administrative Procedures Act. This position also coordinates the Departments primary federal grant agreements and develops fiscal estimates for legislation affecting the Department. This position requires demonstrated proficiency in drafting regulatory language interpreting legislation summarizing public comment and analyzing the fiscal and operational impact of complex regulatory changes. This is a supervisory position.
There will be hybrid remote/in-person work opportunities with this position after management approval and following the DEP Telework Policy.
For more information on the specifics of this position please contact Commissioner Melanie Loyzim at:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A nine (9) year combination of education training and/or professional level experience in public/business administration or a directly related area which includes experience in policy development analysis and implementation.
Preference will be given to candidates with skills and experience:
- Experience developing state environmental rules
- Education and/or experience related to environmental policy or environmental law
- Advanced degree
- Experience managing stakeholder groups
- Workflow process improvement experience
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 full-time 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 04333-0155. 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:
- Work-Life 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 confidential employees receive three (3) personal leave days per calendar year.
- Health Insurance Coverage The State of Maine pays85%-100% of employee-only 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 employee-only 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 employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
- Retirement Plan The State of Maine contributes18.09% 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 pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket 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 parentsreceiveforty-two (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 pre-tax 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
