Environmental Licensing Specialist I - Three Positions - 2011 (Augusta) - 1413 (Bangor) - 1289 (Portland)

Location: Augusta,Maine,United States

ENVIRONMENTAL LICENSING SPECIALIST I

                  

Opening Date: May 17, 2024                                       Closing Date: June 03, 2024

*Location: Augusta                                                         Position #'s: 08300-2011

                  Bangor                                                                                 08320-1413

                  Portland                                                                               08310-1289

Position Type: Permanent Full Time                            Class Code: 9272

Grade/Salary: Grade 22 - $45,801.60 - $61,443.20/Annually

 

*Please indicate in Question 20 which location(s) you are applying for.

 

The Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Land Resources (BLR), announces three Environmental Licensing Specialist I vacancies, based in Augusta, Bangor, or Portland. These positions will focus on licensing responsibilities.

 

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is an entry level 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. 

There will be remote work opportunities available with these positions based on Department guidelines.

 

For more information specific to the position, please contact Dawn Hallowell at: (207) 557-2624 or Dawn.Hallowell@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 the following 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 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. 

 

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants will need to complete and submit an online State of Maine Direct Hire Application, along with a Cover Letter, and detailed Resume at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/index.shtml#dep

Direct Hire Application forms can be obtained by accessing the NRSC website at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/application.shtml 

IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO APPLY ONLINE: Please mail the application materials listed in the "How to Apply" section to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155.

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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. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and o