Radioactive Materials Inspector and Licensing

State of Maine • Augusta, ME

9d • $26 - $36 • Hybrid

About The Position

In this role, you’ll take the lead on licensing and inspecting the use of radioactive materials across Maine. This is hands-on, real-world work where you’ll build expertise in radiation safety, support public health, and play a key role in ensuring regulations are applied in meaningful ways, not just on paper. You’ll split your time between fieldwork, collaboration with partner agencies, and independent project ownership, giving you the chance to develop both technical and professional skills early in your career. The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers. The mission for the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), within which this position is located, is to develop and deliver services to preserve, protect, and promote the health and well-being of the citizens of Maine.

Requirements

• A Bachelors Degree in Environmental, Civil, Sanitary, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or related Engineering field.
• Certification of Engineer-in-Training as issued by the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of and experience with radiation measurement devices and mathematics related to health physics
• Experience interpreting and administering state and federal radiation control laws, regulations, and procedures, including inspection, licensing, and enforcement activities pertaining to radioactive materials.
• Experience communicating information pertaining to health physics to the regulated community, state and federal agencies, non- governmental organizations, or the public.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and approving licenses for radioactive material use.
• Helping shape and update regulations that align with federal standards.
• Investigating issues and complaints, and working directly with facilities to resolve them.
• Leading on-site inspections across a wide range of industries.
• Turning your findings into reports, recommendations, and policy input.
• Participating in and eventually leading training opportunities.
• Supporting emergency response efforts when needed.
• Recommending safety improvements that directly impact public health.
• Overseeing indoor tanning facility registrations and conducting inspections as needed.

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 (Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%)
• Dental Insurance (State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums)
• Retirement Plan (State contributes 14.11% of employee's pay towards MainePERS)
• Six weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Additional, unpaid leave may also be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level