Liquor Licensing Inspector (Inland Cumberland and York Counties) - Anticipated Vacancy

State of Maine•Portland, OR

1d•Remote

About The Position

As a Liquor Licensing Inspector at the Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages and Lottery Operations (BABLO), you will help ensure that Maine’s liquor licensing laws are applied consistently and fairly across the state. This position focuses on field-based compliance work and direct engagement with licensed businesses across the district. This position covers primarily inland communities in York and Cumberland counties, extending from Eliot north to Parsonsfield, Naples, and New Gloucester, and also including Scarborough. Liquor Licensing Inspectors play a direct role in protecting public safety by ensuring compliance with liquor licensing laws. Inspectors review applications, conduct on-site inspections, respond to complaints, and document violations as part of routine fieldwork.

Requirements

Knowledge of municipal, county, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations relating to liquor licensing and inspection.
Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations relating to production and distribution of liquor.
Knowledge of court and administrative processes and procedures.
Knowledge of business and corporate structures.
Knowledge of accounting and record keeping procedures.
Knowledge of the liquor license classifications.
Knowledge of investigative techniques.
Knowledge of business management practices.
Ability to independently plan and organize work.
Ability to facilitate and maintain the cooperation of the public.
Ability to conduct interviews to obtain information.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to interpret and explain provisions of laws, rules, and regulations.
Ability to write clear and concise reports.
Ability to conduct inspections and reviews.
Ability to represent the Bureau at licensing and or court proceedings.
Ability to work irregular hours.
Intermediate education, training, and/or experience directly related to inspecting and/or auditing.

Nice To Haves

Candidates who live in the district
Experience conducting inspections, investigations, or compliance reviews in a regulatory environment
Experience interpreting and applying statutes, rules, or policies
Experience preparing written reports, findings, or violation documentation
Experience performing fieldwork that requires travel and independent scheduling
Experience working with limited supervision in a public facing role
Experience working with proprietary licensing or case management software systems

Responsibilities

Support businesses by explaining licensing requirements and compliance expectations to applicants, licensees, and the public
Conduct on-site inspections of licensed liquor establishments within the assigned district to assess compliance with statutes and rules
Review license applications and work with applicants to resolve compliance issues
Perform fieldwork throughout the district, including travel to licensed establishments, training sites, and municipal offices
Investigate complaints and potential violations by gathering information, conducting interviews, and observing operations in the field
Document inspection findings and prepare clear, accurate written reports, photographs, and other supporting materials
Coordinate inspections and investigations with partner agencies as needed
Participate in administrative hearing processes, including licensing and administrative violation hearings