Environmental Licensing Specialist II

State of Maine

Portland, Maine(remote)

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$54,412.80–$76,315.20

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Bid Analysis, Computer Skills, Consulting, Customer Support/Service, Database Administration, Environmental Impact, Environmental Law, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Work, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Licensing, Natural Resources, Performance Reviews, Policy Implementation, Process Analysis, Project Evaluation, Public Administration, Regulations, Spatial Data, State Government, Stormwater Management, Technical Analysis, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Portland, Maine

POSTED

30+ days ago

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The Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Land Resources, has a vacancy for an Environmental Licensing Specialist II in Portland, Maine.

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: $54,412.80 - $76,315.20 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 Maine's 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 (207) 699-7028 or Alison.Sirois@maine.gov

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 Maine's 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 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-$1

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