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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Assistant Environmental Engineer
Opening Date:January 2, 2026
Closing Date:January 15, 2026
Job Class Code:6320
Grade: 22 (04)
Salary:$25.74 - $35.92 per hour*
*This is inclusive of a 13.50% recruitment and retention stipend
Position Number:02000-2335
Location:This is a full-time position located in Augusta. This position allows for partial telework with manager approval.
Job Description You will serve as the Radioactive materials licensing and inspection person. This is a highly responsible and technical position requiring involved licensing and inspection procedures. In this position you will be responsible for maintaining complex database programs, rules and regulations updates, internal administration procedures in this area and conducting emergency response activities. This position additionally conducts indoor tanning licensing and inspection.
You will also:
Facilitate and review license applications for radioactive materials use.
Review and draft regulations to maintain Federal agreements.
Solve and direct the resolution of regulatory violations.
Conduct monitoring and sampling activities.
Conduct inspections of radioactive materials use.
Conduct investigations of allegations regarding radioactive materials use.
Design and manage investigations and inspection programs.
Write and present reports, policy statements, and position papers.
Review and conduct training programs.
Conduct emergency response field sampling.
Create safety recommendations pertaining to radiation exposure.
Conduct tanning licensing and regulatory oversight
Perform tanning inspections in response to allegations
Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Civil, Sanitary, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or related Engineering field. Related experience may be substituted for education.
LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS For non-engineering college graduates and non-degreed candidates: Certification of Engineer-in-Training as issued by the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.
Preferred Candidates will also have
Knowledge of radiation measurement devices and mathematics related to health physics
Knowledge of research methods and ability to analyze and interpret data
Outstanding oral/written communication skills and ability to establish effective working relationships
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 experience and passion set you apart.
Agency information The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.
The mission for the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), within which this position is located, is to develop and deliver services to preserve, protect, and promote the health and well-being of the citizens of Maine.
Application Information For additional information about this position please contact Kim Buffum, Radiation Control Program Manager, at Kimberly.Buffum@Maine.gov
Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.
To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov
Benefits of working for the State of Maine 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, 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 ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 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 pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
Retirement Plan
– The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
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
six weeks of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
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.
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.
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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Assistant Environmental Engineer
Opening Date:January 2, 2026
Closing Date:January 15, 2026
Job Class Code:6320
Grade: 22 (04)
Salary:$25.74 - $35.92 per hour*
*This is inclusive of a 13.50% recruitment and retention stipend
Position Number:02000-2335
Location:This is a full-time position located in Augusta. This position allows for partial telework with manager approval.
Job Description You will serve as the Radioactive materials licensing and inspection person. This is a highly responsible and technical position requiring involved licensing and inspection procedures. In this position you will be responsible for maintaining complex database programs, rules and regulations updates, internal administration procedures in this area and conducting emergency response activities. This position additionally conducts indoor tanning licensing and inspection.
You will also:
Facilitate and review license applications for radioactive materials use.
Review and draft regulations to maintain Federal agreements.
Solve and direct the resolution of regulatory violations.
Conduct monitoring and sampling activities.
Conduct inspections of radioactive materials use.
Conduct investigations of allegations regarding radioactive materials use.
Design and manage investigations and inspection programs.
Write and present reports, policy statements, and position papers.
Review and conduct training programs.
Conduct emergency response field sampling.
Create safety recommendations pertaining to radiation exposure.
Conduct tanning licensing and regulatory oversight
Perform tanning inspections in response to allegations
Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Civil, Sanitary, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or related Engineering field. Related experience may be substituted for education.
LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS For non-engineering college graduates and non-degreed candidates: Certification of Engineer-in-Training as issued by the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.
Preferred Candidates will also have
Knowledge of radiation measurement devices and mathematics related to health physics
Knowledge of research methods and ability to analyze and interpret data
Outstanding oral/written communication skills and ability to establish effective working relationships
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 experience and passion set you apart.
Agency information The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.
The mission for the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), within which this position is located, is to develop and deliver services to preserve, protect, and promote the health and well-being of the citizens of Maine.
Application Information For additional information about this position please contact Kim Buffum, Radiation Control Program Manager, at Kimberly.Buffum@Maine.gov
Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.
To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov
Benefits of working for the State of Maine 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, 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 ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 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 pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
Retirement Plan
– The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
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
six weeks of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
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.
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.
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