Environmental Specialist III (Environmental Assistance Representative) - 200024726
About The Position
The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking an Environmental Assistance Representative to join our Office of Innovation and Assistance (OIA) in Augusta or Portland. This position provides multimedia regulatory and technical assistance, helps guide the regulated community with understanding environmental requirements, and supports other special projects that advance the Department’s mission. Success in this position requires a solutions-driven mindset, strong communication and customer service skills, adaptability, effective time management, a professional and respectful demeanor, and the ability to adeptly prioritize work independently while also collaborating with a team. This position is primarily an in-office role, with days split between the Department’s offices in Augusta and Portland.
Requirements
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Respond to on call/general inquiries in a thorough and timely manner and track assistance via OIA's databases.
- Assist the public and regulated community in navigating the Maine Enterprise Licensing System (MELS).
- Evaluate and assist with licensing, environmental assessments, guidance documents, and grant applications.
- Contribute and provide support to OIA initiatives and Department programs.
- Oversee and coordinate the work of seasonal aides.
Benefits
- 13 paid holidays
- 12 days of sick leave
- 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
- Health Insurance Coverage (State pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums)
- Health Insurance Premium Credit (decreases employee-only premiums by 5%)
- Dental Insurance (State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums)
- Retirement Plan (State contributes 14.06% of pay to MainePERS)
- Gym Membership Reimbursement (up to $40 per month)
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
- Living Resources Program (employee assistance program)
- Parental leave (42 consecutive calendar days of fully paid leave for welcoming a child)
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation (MaineSaves 457(b) account)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
