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The Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Land, has a vacancy for an Environmental Licensing Specialist II position located in Augusta, Maine.
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
ENVIRONMENTAL LICENSING SPECIALIST II
Opening Date:
October 01, 2025
Closing Date:
12:01 AM October 16, 2025
Location:
Augusta
Position Number:
08330-1198
Class Code:
9273
Grade:
25 (Professional/Technical)
Salary:
$26.16 - $36.69 Per Hour*
*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.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:
This is professional services work involving review of environmental license applications within the Department of Environmental Protection. Responsibilities include analyzing technical and scientific information, drafting decision documents, interpreting laws, rules, regulations, and policies, defending license decisions before legal and administrative bodies, and leading project teams for complex, large, and/or controversial project proposals. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate personnel. This classification is distinguished from the lower-level classification by the increasingly complex and controversial nature of the assignments and by the project planning and management focus of the work, including team-leading/supervising. Work is performed under limited supervision.
REPRESENTATIVE TASKS: Assigns project review tasks within project teams and coordinates efforts among internal project review teams to ensure complex project proposals are comprehensively evaluated. Reviews license application materials, hydropower applications, state water quality certification materials and other record evidence to determine if proposed activities comply with the State's environmental licensing acts and related department standards and rules. Analyzes complex technical, scientific, and legal information to substantiate licensing determinations. Drafts, reviews, and edits licensing decision documents, including findings of fact, conditions of approval, and board orders, to be reviewed by superiors. Prepares and maintains records of evidence analyzed for each licensing and state water quality certification decision to use in board or court proceedings and support decisions. Communicates in writing and verbally with applicants, professionals, interested parties, and citizens to obtain and provide complex technical, scientific, and legal information. Coordinates with the Office of the Attorney General to ensure legal defensibility of draft language. Testifies as a witness in court and presents technical and legal arguments before the Board and governmental officials to defend license decisions. Collaborates with representatives of Maine state agencies to review impacts to natural resources or other matters under their jurisdiction. KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Knowledge of federal and state environmental and land use laws, rules, regulations, and policies. Knowledge of geographic information systems. Knowledge of water pollution and ecological principles. Ability to analyze, interpret, and utilize complex technical and legal information. Ability to testify as an expert witness. Ability to write clearly and effectively. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to write and present legal arguments. Ability to negotiate license conditions. Ability to interpret and explain federal and state statutes and regulations. Ability to design, draft, and implement policy and regulations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to direct and manage complex projects. 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.
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
14.11% of pay
to 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 the Federal Student Aid office. Living Resources Program
- Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program. Parental leave
is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive
forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. Learn about
additional wellness benefits
for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
There's a job and then there's 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 you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you're currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.
If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.
The Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Land, has a vacancy for an Environmental Licensing Specialist II position located in Augusta, Maine.
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
ENVIRONMENTAL LICENSING SPECIALIST II
Opening Date:
October 01, 2025
Closing Date:
12:01 AM October 16, 2025
Location:
Augusta
Position Number:
08330-1198
Class Code:
9273
Grade:
25 (Professional/Technical)
Salary:
$26.16 - $36.69 Per Hour*
*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.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:
This is professional services work involving review of environmental license applications within the Department of Environmental Protection. Responsibilities include analyzing technical and scientific information, drafting decision documents, interpreting laws, rules, regulations, and policies, defending license decisions before legal and administrative bodies, and leading project teams for complex, large, and/or controversial project proposals. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate personnel. This classification is distinguished from the lower-level classification by the increasingly complex and controversial nature of the assignments and by the project planning and management focus of the work, including team-leading/supervising. Work is performed under limited supervision.
REPRESENTATIVE TASKS: Assigns project review tasks within project teams and coordinates efforts among internal project review teams to ensure complex project proposals are comprehensively evaluated. Reviews license application materials, hydropower applications, state water quality certification materials and other record evidence to determine if proposed activities comply with the State's environmental licensing acts and related department standards and rules. Analyzes complex technical, scientific, and legal information to substantiate licensing determinations. Drafts, reviews, and edits licensing decision documents, including findings of fact, conditions of approval, and board orders, to be reviewed by superiors. Prepares and maintains records of evidence analyzed for each licensing and state water quality certification decision to use in board or court proceedings and support decisions. Communicates in writing and verbally with applicants, professionals, interested parties, and citizens to obtain and provide complex technical, scientific, and legal information. Coordinates with the Office of the Attorney General to ensure legal defensibility of draft language. Testifies as a witness in court and presents technical and legal arguments before the Board and governmental officials to defend license decisions. Collaborates with representatives of Maine state agencies to review impacts to natural resources or other matters under their jurisdiction. KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Knowledge of federal and state environmental and land use laws, rules, regulations, and policies. Knowledge of geographic information systems. Knowledge of water pollution and ecological principles. Ability to analyze, interpret, and utilize complex technical and legal information. Ability to testify as an expert witness. Ability to write clearly and effectively. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to write and present legal arguments. Ability to negotiate license conditions. Ability to interpret and explain federal and state statutes and regulations. Ability to design, draft, and implement policy and regulations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to direct and manage complex projects. 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.
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
14.11% of pay
to 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 the Federal Student Aid office. Living Resources Program
- Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program. Parental leave
is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive
forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. Learn about
additional wellness benefits
for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
There's a job and then there's 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 you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you're currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.
If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.