Agency Promotion - Environmental Licensing Specialist II

The Environmental Licensing Specialist II position at the Maine Department of Environmental Protection in Bangor focuses on reviewing development proposals for compliance with environmental laws. Responsibilities include drafting permitting decisions, guiding applicants, coordinating with agencies, and conducting site visits. Candidates should have experience in environmental science and regulatory programs. Some remote work is permitted with management approval, and the position offers a salary range of $54,412.80 to $76,315.20.
Position: -Agency Promotion Only- Environmental Licensing Specialist II - 1367 (Bangor)

Location:

Bangor, Maine, United States
ENVIRONMENTAL LICENSING SPECIALIST II-AGENCY PROMOTION ONLY- Opening Date: March 06, 2025 Closing Date: March 20, 2025 Location: Bangor Position #: Position Type: Permanent Full Time Class Code: 9273 Grade/Salary: Grade 25 - $54,412.80 - $76,315.20 Per Year
• * This is the earning potential over the course of nine steps. Annual step increases are dependent on obtaining successful performance reviews and the authorization to issue such increases.

The Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Land Resources, has a promotional opportunity for an Environmental Licensing Specialist II position located in Bangor, Maine. This position will focus on licensing responsibilities.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: The successful candidate will work at the intersection of environmental policy and environmental protection by reviewing development proposals and evaluating whether they comply with Maine’s environmental protection laws and regulations. You will draft permitting decisions, recommending either approval or denial of permit applications or changes needed to meet approval criteria. As part of this evaluation process, you will work directly with applicants, their consultants and attorneys;

participate in pre-application and pre-submission meetings to provide regulatory guidance; lead coordination with other State natural resource agencies to identify and assess potential environmental impacts of proposed developments; meet with federal and municipal officials reviewing the same projects; and conduct site visits. You will work with limited oversight as you gain experience. You also will have the opportunity to participate in public meetings, public hearings, and administrative appeals before the Board of Environmental Protection.

There will be some remote work opportunities in this position with management approval and following the DEP Telework Policy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Intermediate education, training and/or experience in environmental science or a related scientific field demonstrating a seasoned ability to analyze and process permits, applications, licenses, and technical information or demonstrated directly related experience working with environmental laws, rules, regulations, and complex technical evaluations in a scientific and/or legal field. Experience with caseload oversight is preferred.

Preference will be given to candidates with skills and/or experience in:
• Education that emphasizes concepts and techniques involved in natural resources protection and/or management.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Experience with or knowledge of environmental regulatory programs at the federal, state, and local level, particularly Maine's Site Location of Development Law, Natural Resources Protection Act, and Stormwater Management Law.
• Demonstrated interest in the implementation of environmental policy.
• GIS/database management/other computer skills.
• Experience in interpersonal relationships and/or customer service in a fast-paced work environment.

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "APPLY" button below along with uploading a Cover Letter and a current Resume. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your Resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period.

Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

If you can't apply online and you require a paper application, please download and print one here:
Application Process. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with a Cover Letter and Resume,
before the closing date, to:
Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME . Please be sure that the title, and position number, of the job you are applying for is included.

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