Professional Licensing Supervisor/ Education Coordinator

State of Maine•Gardiner, ME

About The Position

The Department of Professional and Financial Regulation is hiring a Professional Licensing Supervisor and Education Coordinator to lead professional licensing programs and oversee education and training that support Maine’s licensed professions. The position supervises licensing and examination programs serving the Real Estate Commission, Appraisers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Foresters, and Auctioneers, ensuring they are administered consistently and in compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. The role also oversees real estate education programs, including reviewing and approving pre-licensing and continuing education courses, conducting program audits, and developing mandatory real estate core courses in collaboration with subject matter experts. The successful candidate will have strong communication and analytical skills, be able to manage program operations and interpret regulations, and build effective working relationships with professionals, educators, staff, and the public. This is a supervisory State of Maine position located in Gardiner, Maine. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions. The advertised annual salary is $51,750.40–$72,924.80. The opening date is November 4, 2026, and the closing date is November 19, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business/Public Administration, or a related field, and two years of experience in program development, professional licensing, developing training curricula, and/or supervisory or lead-worker experience; or an acceptable equivalent combination of directly related education and/or experience.
Knowledge of applicable professional licensing laws, rules, regulations, policies, and administrative procedures, including the Maine Administrative Procedure Act.
Knowledge of adult education principles, practices, and techniques.
Knowledge of real estate brokerage.
Ability to interpret and explain complex laws, rules, and regulatory requirements clearly and consistently.
Ability to supervise, motivate, and support staff in achieving program goals.
Ability to evaluate information, conduct research and statistical analysis, and develop sound recommendations and decisions.
Ability to plan, coordinate, and manage programs, projects, goals, and objectives.

Nice To Haves

Real estate brokerage experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee licensing programs for assigned professions, supervise licensing personnel, and support consistent and effective administration of program requirements.
Review and evaluate education sponsor applications, approve or deny proposed courses, and conduct audits to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, and performance standards.
Coordinate with course providers, instructors, educators, and subject matter experts to develop and evaluate qualifying and continuing education programs, including mandatory real estate core courses.
Research and explain licensing and education requirements, resolve questions about regulatory interpretation, and recommend appropriate action on compliance issues.
Identify, document, monitor, and report education program concerns, and coordinate preparation of materials needed to resolve compliance matters.
Recommend new or revised policies and procedures, establish program goals and objectives, and identify opportunities to improve program operations and service delivery.
Compile and analyze statistical information related to education programs, instructor performance, licensing activity, and industry trends.
Respond to inquiries from licensees, professional organizations, education providers, and the public; provide guidance and present information at public meetings, conferences, and other events.
Prepare documentation and provide testimony at administrative hearings concerning education program or professional license denials and, when necessary, disciplinary matters.
Evaluate and maintain assigned program websites and research special topics to respond to information requests.
Supervise assigned staff and follow HR policies and practices, including employee development, performance management, workplace safety, equal opportunity, and confidentiality requirements.

Benefits

13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3 or more weeks of vacation leave annually; vacation accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
The State pays 85%–100% of employee-only health insurance premiums, depending on salary; health insurance premium credit may reduce employee-only premiums by 5%.
The State pays 100% of employee-only dental insurance premiums.
The State contributes 14.06% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System on behalf of the employee.
Gym membership reimbursement of up to $40 per month.
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility through the State as a qualified employer.
Living Resources employee assistance program.
Forty-two consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave for employees welcoming a child; additional unpaid leave may be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary deferred compensation through a MaineSaves 457(b) account.
Additional wellness benefits; benefits may vary by collective bargaining agreement and are prorated for less than full-time work.