Environmental Licensing Specialist II

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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

ENVIRONMENTAL LICENSING SPECIALIST II

Opening Date: April 21 2026

Closing Date: End of day May 04 2026

Location: Portland

Position Number: 08320-1184

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Class Code: 9273

Grade: 25 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary: $54412.80 - $76315.20 Per Year*

*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.

Interested candidates need to complete and submit a Direct Hire Application Cover Letter and detailed Resume.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: Guided by overlapping elements of environmental policy and environmental protection the successful candidate will review development proposals and evaluate whether a project will comply with Maines environmental protection laws and regulations. You will draft permitting decisions recommending either approval or denial of permit applications. Oftentimes this will include determining when changes are needed to meet approval criteria. As part of this evaluation process you will work directly with an applicant and/or their consulting team(s) and on occasion with the general public; participate in pre-application and pre-submission meetings to provide regulatory guidance; lead coordination with other State natural resource agencies to identify and assess potential environmental impacts of proposed developments; meet with federal and municipal officials reviewing the same projects; and conduct site visits. You will work with decreasing oversight as you gain experience. You also will have the opportunity to participate in public meetings public hearings and administrative appeals before the Board of Environmental Protection.

There will be some remote work opportunities in this position with management approval and following the DEP Telework Policy.

For questions specific to the job please contact Alison Sirois at or

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Intermediate education training and/or experience in environmental science or a related scientific field demonstrating a seasoned ability to analyze and process permits applications licenses and technical information or demonstrated directly related experience working with environmental laws rules regulations and complex technical evaluations in a scientific and/or legal field. Experience with caseload oversight is preferred.

Preference will be given to candidates with skills and/or experience in:

• Education that emphasizes concepts and techniques involved in natural resources protection and/or management.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Experience with or knowledge of environmental regulatory programs at the federal state and local level particularly Maines Site Location of Development Law Natural Resources Protection Act and Stormwater Management Law.
• Demonstrated interest in the implementation of environmental policy.
• GIS/database management/other computer skills.
• Experience in interpersonal relationships and/or customer service in a fast-paced work environment.

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 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 leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage The State of Maine pays85%-100%of employee-only premiums ($11857.68-$13950.24 annual value) depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium 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 ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan The State of Maine contributes14.11%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 leaveis 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 aboutadditional 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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