Radiation Control Program Office Assistant

Position: Office Associate II

Location: Augusta

Opening Date: June 16, 2026

Closing Date: June 30, 2026

Salary: $17.73 – $25.53 per hour (incl. 2.5% recruitment and retention stipend)

In this role, you will be the backbone of the support structure to the Radiation Control Program team by effectively and efficiently performing functions necessary to operate in a busy office setting.

• You will use technology to receive payments and make deposits, create invoices, investigate registrations, and maintain databases.
• Execute operational tasks and financial reconciliation reviews.
• Assist with the processing of data, reports, registrations, and licenses with the Tanning, X‑Ray, Radon, and Radioactive Materials sections.
• Provide general office support to scan, file, copy, and distribute documents generated from the team.
• Communicate and guide programmatic issues through resolution.
• Have ownership of office processes through motivational means with the ability to identify issues, isolate causes, and make improvements.
• Participate in weekly Radiation Control Program staff meetings.
• Partner with the Office Manager to coordinate schedules, organize documentation, and maintain a positive, well‑run office setting.

The work performed with the Radiation Control Program team is highly diverse and involves a variety of facilities and people across the entire state of Maine. This is a small, supportive team where people genuinely help each other succeed. No two days look the same, the tasks will vary depending on the priorities of the inspectors, and the time of year.

There are many opportunities for training and skill development, especially for those who are motivated and want to invest in personal and professional growth and development.

• Ability to multitask – handle multiple numerous responsibilities, prioritize tasks, and maintain productivity in a quick‑moving workplace.
• Technically skilled – efficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Exhibit a positive attitude and willingness to accept new challenges and tasks.

Training, education, or experience in office and administrative support work that demonstrates
1) competency in applying a solid knowledge of modern office practices to perform complex, varied office support tasks, and
2) the ability to use independent decision‑making on the appropriate processes to follow, information to process, and actions to take in accordance with standard procedures. All positions in this classification assume the qualifications of:
Office Assistant I, Office Assistant II, and Office Associate I.

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.

• 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.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee‑only premiums by 5%.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine 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 – All employees who are welcoming a child—including non‑birthing 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.
• Further wellness benefits and other benefits available under existing agreements.