Public Service Manager III - Region Manager
State of MainAbout the role
If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.
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Maine Department of Transportation
Salary: $101,649.60 - $144,081.60 per year (Salary Schedule)
Office/Bureau: Maintenance & Operations (Region 5 - Northern Maine)
Location: Presque Isle, ME
Opening Date: August 14, 2026
Closing Date: August 28, 2026
Job Description:
This is the Region Manager position for the Northern Maine Region. The Region Manager leads the Maintenance and Operations functions of Fleet, Bridge, Traffic, and Highway in the region; coordinates maintenance work with capital projects; responsible for budget and personnel; serves as lead representative with municipal leaders and the public; involved with transportation planning; implements department policies and initiatives in support of agency goals and objectives; ensures the management and direction of daily administration of region activities. The position requires progressive experience in managing programs and leading people.
To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:
Candidates must demonstrate progressive experience in managing programs and leading people.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications.
If have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at jobs.DOT@maine.gov
Why join our team?
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 Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Wellness – We care about you and your family’s wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy.
- Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48 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 up to 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about
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