ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER

-ANTICIPATED VACANCY-

Opening Date:

March 14, 2025

Closing Date:

March 27, 2025

Location:

Portland, Augusta, or
Bangor*

Position #:

08320-1441

Position Type:

Permanent Full Time 

Class Code:

6321

Grade/Salary:

Grade 24 - $57,366.40 - $80,454.40 Per Year**
**(This includes the 11% Salary Adjustment)

*In the descending order of preference, the successful candidate will be based out of Portland, Augusta, or Bangor DEP office and given the opportunity to telework consistent with DEP policy.

**This is earning potential over the course of nine steps, new hires generally start at step one. Annual step increases are based on performance reviews and authorization of such increases.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position is in the Stormwater Engineering Team (SET) of the Bureau of Land Resources (BLR). SET is primarily responsible for the implementation of the DEP’s “Stormwater Management Rules (Chapter 500)” and reviews land development projects requiring DEP permits. This position will review the stormwater management plans proposed for the construction and post-construction phases of the projects. The position will specialize in construction stormwater management and routinely interact with BLR licensers and field services staff, and regulated community (e.g., consultants, contractors).

The physical work location of this position will be based out of one of the DEP offices in Portland (most preferred), Augusta, Bangor (least preferred) with the opportunity to telework consistent with DEP policy. BLR will provide professional society memberships and other professional development opportunities for the position. The successful candidate will work under the limited supervision of the team leader, a senior environmental engineer.

Other job duties include: 

• Performing tasks to ensure compliance with the new Maine Construction General Permit.
• Assisting with activities to improve SET related workflows and procedures.

For questions specific to the position, please contact Kerem Gungor at 207-830-1002 or kerem.gungor@maine.gov

Preference will be given to candidates with an educational background, skills and/or experience in: 

• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices pertaining to the management of stormwater (e.g., stormwater modeling, computer aided design and drafting).
• Knowledge of Chapter 500 and applicable State environmental laws and rules.
• Experience in creating or reviewing stormwater management plans, including low impact development or green infrastructure techniques.
• Experience in evaluating stormwater problems in the field and communicating solutions to the stakeholders.
• A bachelor's degree in environmental or civil engineering.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Civil, Sanitary, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering and four (4) years of engineering experience. Related experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class): Licensure as a Professional Engineer by the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.  

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "APPLY" button below along with uploading a Cover Letter and a current Resume. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your Resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such. 

If you can't apply online and you require a paper application, please download and print one here: https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with a Cover Letter and Resume, before the closing date, to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155. Please be sure that the title, and position number, of the job you are applying for is included.

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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 ($11,196.96-$13,172.88 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 ($358.08 annual value). 
• Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 13.29% 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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