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Environmental Licensing Specialist I - Two (2) Positions - Portland

State of Maine

Portland, Maine

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$47,174.40–$65,832
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Bid Analysis, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Database Administration, Environmental Impact, Environmental Law, Environmental Sciences, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Licensing, Natural Resources, Policy Implementation, Project/Program Management, Public Administration, Regulations, Retirement Plan, Spatial Data, State Government, Technical Analysis, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Portland, Maine
POSTED
30+ days ago
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The Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Land Resources (BLR) announces two Environmental Licensing Specialist I vacancies, based out of Portland. These positions will focus on licensing responsibilities.

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

ENVIRONMENTAL LICENSING SPECIALIST I

TWO (2) POSITIONS

Opening Date: March 30, 2026

Closing Date: End of day April 30, 2026

Location: Both out of Portland

Position Numbers:

200024739

08310-1289

Class Code: 9272

Grade: 22 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary: $47,174.40 - $65,832.00 Per Year

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

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a junior level project management position, working at the intersection of environmental policy and environmental protection by reviewing development proposals and evaluating whether they comply with Maine's environmental protection laws and regulations. You will draft permitting decisions and recommend approval or denial of permit applications or recommend changes needed to meet approval criteria. As part of this evaluation process, you will work directly with applicants, their consultants and attorneys and participate in pre-application and pre-submission meetings to provide regulatory guidance; you will lead coordination with other State resource agencies to identify and assess potential environmental impacts of proposed development; meet with federal and municipal officials reviewing the same projects; and conduct site visits. You will work with limited 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.

For information specific to the positions, please contact Alison Sirois (207) 699-7028 or Alison.Sirois@maine.gov

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education, training and/or experience in environmental science or another applicable scientific field and demonstrated experience analyzing and processing 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.

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.
  • Demonstrated interested 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.

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

  • 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. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
  • Health Insurance Coverage- The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for 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 about program requirements.
  • Dental Insurance- The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
  • Retirement Plan- The State of Maine contributes at least 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
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