OIL & HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SPECIALIST II

Opening Date:

April 11, 2025

Closing Date:

April 25, 2025

Location:

Augusta

Position #:

08300-1820

Position Type:

Permanent Full Time 

Class Code:

9258

Grade/Salary:

Grade 24 - $51,688.00 - $72,467.20 Per Year*

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

The Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Remediation and Waste Management, is seeking to fill an Oil & Hazardous Material Specialist II vacancy in Augusta.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position conducts site visits, performs inspections, and investigates alleged violations of Maine’s petroleum laws and rules. The position determines compliance, provides technical assistance, develops corrective action strategies, enforcement responses, and referrals for more formal action as needed.  Work includes assisting the Department’s Division of Response Services in the investigation of oil releases and obtaining neat and environmental samples in support of investigations, compliance determinations, enforcement actions, and corrective actions. The position serves as the point of contact for compliance determinations involving the management of petroleum at locations statewide other than underground oil tank facilities. This position manages corrective actions and natural resource damage assessment and restoration planning projects. The position coordinates with staff from other Department administered programs and other technical experts within and external to the Department and performs research of scientific literature, regulatory requirements, deeds and easements, and prepares written reports as well as formal and informal correspondence.  

For more information on the specifics of the position, please contact Butch Bowie at: (207) 215-4583 or Butch.C.Bowie@maine.gov

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Geology, or other physical science and three (3) years’ experience in investigation, monitoring, or inspection work in an environmental science field including at least one (1) year dealing with oil and hazardous materials technologies. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preference will also be given to candidates with the following skills and experience: 

• Experience applying federal and state laws and rules concerning management of petroleum products.
• Experience interviewing potential responsible parties and investigating releases of petroleum or other hazardous substances.
• Experience with petroleum management and distribution technologies.
• Experience working on Natural Resource Damage Assessments and Restoration Planning.
• Experience in oral and written communication of technical information to a wide variety of audiences.

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 a detailed 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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