Environmental Licensing Specialist II - Augusta

Environmental Licensing Specialist II – Augusta

Opening Date:
June 18, 2026 | Closing Date:
End of day July 10, 2026 |

Location:

Augusta, Maine | Salary: $54,412.80 – $76,315.20 per year (Grade 25, Professional/Technical Unit)

• Review development proposals to determine compliance with Maine’s environmental protection laws and regulations.
• Analyze technical and scientific information and draft decision documents.
• Interpret laws, rules, regulations, and policies related to environmental licensing.
• Defend license decisions before legal and administrative bodies.
• Lead project teams for complex, large, or controversial proposals.
• Perform work under limited supervision; may exercise supervision over subordinate personnel.
• Work remotely as permitted by department guidelines.

• Intermediate education, training, or experience in environmental science or related scientific field.
• Proven ability to analyze and process permits, applications, licenses, and technical information.
• Experience working with environmental laws, rules, regulations, and complex technical evaluations in a scientific and/or legal setting.
• Experience with caseload oversight is preferred.

• Education emphasizing natural resources protection and/or management concepts.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulatory programs, particularly Maine’s Site Location of Development Law, Natural Resources Protection Act, and Stormwater Management Law.
• Interest in implementation of environmental policy and computer skills such as GIS or database management.
• Experience in customer service or interpersonal relationships in a fast‑paced environment.

• No visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions will be provided.

The state of Maine is an equal opportunity employer and encourages each applicant to apply regardless of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, or genetic status. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.