ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III
Opening Date: April 26, 2024 Closing Date: May 24, 2024 Location: Presque Isle Position #: 08300-1936 Position Type: Full Time Class Code: 9253 Grade/Salary: Grade 23 - $47,840.00 - $64,542.40/Annually*
*This is the earning potential over the course of eight steps. New hires will generally start at Step 1. Annual step increases are based on performance reviews and financial authorization.
The Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Air Quality, Division of Licensing and Compliance, announces an Environmental Specialist III vacancy in Presque Isle.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position is primarily responsible for working with a variety of industrial, commercial, and institutional facilities throughout the northern Maine region to ensure compliance with state and federal air emission standards and requirements. Tasks include:

• Compliance inspections.
• Complaint investigation and resolution.
• Evaluating pollution control methods for emission units and processes.
• Data entry and maintaining databases.
• Site visits to licensed and unlicensed sources.
• Compliance assistance activities.
• Writing, reviewing, and analyzing technical reports, and other related tasks.

In addition to these duties, the person in this position will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the northern Maine ambient air monitoring network. Some specific tasks include:

• Operating, maintaining, calibrating, auditing, troubleshooting, and repairing of equipment.
• Performing data reviews and quality assurance assessments.
• Submitting data to EPA's air quality database.
• Routine maintenance of monitoring sites.

The position interfaces with a variety of facilities and their consultants, Department-wide staff, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the general public, and other interested parties. Travel and overnights may be required on occasion.
This position will have hybrid work schedule capabilities with prior approval from a managing authority.
For more information specific to the position , please contact Rick Perkins at (207) 550-7217.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 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.
Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills and/or experience:

• Knowledge of state and federal air pollution regulations.
• Knowledge of air pollution, the sources that generate it, and methods used to monitor and control.
• Conducting compliance inspections.
• Identifying and analyzing issues, reaching logical conclusions, and making sound recommendations/decisions.
• Database management and other computer skills.
• Effectively communicating technical information verbally and in writing.
• Strong customer service and compliant resolution skills.

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants will need to complete and submit an online State of Maine Direct Hire Application, along with a Cover Letter, and detailed Resume at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/index.shtml#dep
Direct Hire Application forms can be obtained by accessing the NRSC website at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/application.shtml
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO APPLY ONLINE: Please mail the application materials listed in the "How to Apply" section to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155.
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3 weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
• Retirement Plan - The State of Maine contributes 13.41% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness - The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program - Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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