Environmental Specialist III - Augusta Anticipated
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Government
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The Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Water Quality, Division of Water Quality Management, is seeking to fill an Environmental Specialist III vacancy in Augusta, Maine.
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III
_ -ANTICIPATED VACANCY- _
Opening Date: September 25, 2026
Closing Date: End of the day October 16, 2026
Location: Augusta
Position Number:
Position Type: 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). This is earning potential over the course of nine steps; new hires start at step one. Annual step increases are based on performance reviews and authorization of such increases.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 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.
_ Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills or experience: _
- Experience/knowledge of the design and operations of overboard discharge systems, wastewater treatment plants or traditional subsurface septic systems.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to independently manage a statewide inspection program, prioritize competing responsibilities, and meet regulatory and reporting deadlines.
- Experience conducting regulatory compliance inspections.
- Knowledge of water quality laws and regulations.
- Knowledge of water pollution issues.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and manage multiple projects.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently in remote or challenging locations.
- Demonstrated skill identifying and resolving issues through collaboration across disciplines to support a high-functioning team.
For more information on the specifics of the position, please contact Ben Pendleton at: .
_ Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsor ships or STEM OPT extensions. _
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