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Department of Labor - Bureau of Rehabilitation Services

Job Class Code: 4075

Grade: 29 (Confidential)
Salary: $68,993.59 - $97,635.20/Annually

Location: Augusta, ME

Opening Date: March 5, 2026

Closing Date: March 19, 2026

Do you have a passion for mission-driven quality assurance? The Bureau of Rehabilitation Services in the Maine Department of Labor supports success through intentional collaboration, innovative thinking, and adaptability. We value an inclusive, diverse, and accessible workplace where all employees thrive and contribute to the overall success of the agency.

Our team is looking for a senior member of our Bureau management team to provide oversight of data management and IT systems improvement. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of directing quality assurance and service improvement activities and will be able to demonstrate understanding and experience integrating technologies and processes that reflect current best practice.

Primary Tasks

• Assist in the formulation of bureau-wide strategic planning goals and objectives with oversight of data management and IT systems
• Direct bureau-wide quality improvement and service improvement activities
• Advising executive management concerning the impact of state and federal regulations
• Consults with other bureaus for system efficiencies and alignment
• Identifying program deficiencies and advising the other BRS Divisions on the development of appropriate corrective actions
• Oversee bureau-wide contract monitoring and RFPs
• With other Division Directors oversee rule changes and implementation
• Ensure accurate and timely federal and state reporting
• Direct supervision of division staff

Knowledge Areas

• Knowledge of federal and state rules, regulations and programs for people with disabilities
• Knowledge of grant and contract preparation and administration
• Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate multiple, diverse programs and activities
• Ability to make decisions and problem solve based on analysis of data
• Ability to write clearly and communicate effectively
• Ability to support and supervise staff effectively to reach program outcomes
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and explain federal and state policies, procedures, and guidelines

Minimum qualifications:

Preference will be given to those applicants:

• Knowledge of rehabilitation services
• Knowledge of current best practice in generative artificial intelligence
• Knowledge of best practice in leadership – including adaptive leadership.

Contact information:

Libby Stone-Sterling- libby.stone-sterling@maine.gov , 623-7961.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

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 Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 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.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.91% for Confidential employees.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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.

Thinking about applying?

Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.

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