Environmental Specialist IV

The Environmental Specialist IV position at the Maine Department of Environmental Protection in Presque Isle involves supervisory and technical work in environmental protection, including compliance inspections and program management. The role requires a minimum of eight years of relevant experience, including two years in a supervisory capacity. Benefits include health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid leave. The job is not remote and has specific location requirements.
OverviewDEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST IV

Opening Date: September 29, 2025

Closing Date: 12:01 AM October 14, 2025

Class Code: 9254

Location: Presque Isle

Position Number: 08330-0021

Grade: 26 (Supervisory)

Salary: $61,068.80 - $86,361.60 Per Year

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is professional services and scientific work of a supervisory nature in protecting the environment including program management and performing complex technical evaluations. This position is responsible for performing the duties of a compliance inspector and supervising one compliance inspector position. The specific duties include determining compliance with licenses issued under the Maine Pollutant Discharge Elimination System and Waste Discharge License programs. This position would be responsible for conducting compliance inspections, participating as a presenter at various conferences and meetings, representing the NMRO office compliance staff at management meetings, managing progress with work plans, and participating in planning and development meetings.

For questions specific to the position, please contact Holly Ireland at: 207-451-2286 or Holly.T.Ireland@maine.gov

Minimum QualificationsAn eight (8) year combination of education and/or experience in environmental science or related area which includes at least two (2) years of supervisory or program management/administration experience. Qualifying education must include at least 15 credit hours of science or engineering coursework.

Preferred QualificationsExperience/knowledge of the design and operations of wastewater treatment facilities.Knowledge of water quality laws and regulations.Knowledge of water pollution issues and science.Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and manage multiple projects.Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.Experience in technical writing.Demonstrated ability to collaborate across a wide range of stakeholders to achieve a common goal.Experience using a database to manage and review regulatory compliance data.Experience using electronic inspection software.BenefitsWork-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 ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 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 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.Gym Membership Reimbursement – 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 – Employee assistance program for work and life situations.Parental leave – 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 MaineSaves 457(b) account.Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.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.

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Salary: USD 61068 - 86361 per year