Environmental Specialist III - Presque Isle

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Opening Date:
August 19, 2026

Closing Date:
End of the day on September 18, 2026

Location:

Presque Isle

Position Number:

Position Type:
Permanent Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: 9253

Grade: 23 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary: $25.43 - $35.68 Per Hour* *(This includes a 7.33% Salary Adjustment)

• Conduct site visits in response to environmental complaints.
• Make field determinations to confirm the presence of protected natural resources.
• Perform compliance inspections of licensed activities.
• Evaluate permit by rule applications.
• Pursue formal enforcement actions, including written letters of warnings, notices of violations, and consent agreements.
• A key function of the position is problem prevention and problem solving.
• The position may participate on the Board of Environmental Protection presentations, public meetings, and hearings.

• A six (6) year combination of education and/or experience in environmental, biological, physical science, or engineering which includes two (2) years of environmental experience.
• Qualifying education must include at least 15 credit hours of science or engineering coursework from an accredited educational institution.

• Experience with or knowledge of the concepts and techniques involved in natural resources protection and/or management.
• Experience with or knowledge of environmental regulatory programs at the federal, state, or local level.
• Field work experience in identifying natural resources or furtherance of the administration of a regulatory program.
• Experience with customer service in a fast-paced work environment.
• GIS/database management/other computer skills.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

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 ($12,213.60-$14,369.04 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 14.06% 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 Maine Saves 457(b) account through payroll…