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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Environmental Specialist III

Opening Date: March 6, 2026

Closing Date: March 19, 2026

Job Class Code: 9253

Grade: 23 (Pro/Tech)

Salary: $52,894.40 - $74,214.40*

*This is inclusive of a 7.33% recruitment and retention stipend

Position Number: 02000-4081

Location: 286 Water Street, Augusta, ME

-Limited Period Position-

This position allows for partial telework with management approval.

Core Responsibilities:

As a Rules Specialist at the Drinking Water Program, you will be at the forefront of protecting public health and ensuring safe drinking water for communities in Maine. As part of the Drinking Water Program, you will be tasked with overseeing public water systems throughout Maine and administering federal and state drinking water regulations to ensure that Maine citizens have safe, secure and reliable drinking water. This position will need to understand and stay up to date on safe drinking water rules and regulations, sharing that information with internal staff as well as with external partners and water systems. You will use your rule expertise to assist with development of policies, rules and procedures, as well as to make compliance decisions related to public water system compliance with the rules.

You will also:

• Track compliance with various drinking water rules to aid with compliance decisions.

• Assist with compliance determinations including review of all candidate violations, assisting with the determination/issuing of appropriate violations and resolving violations.

• Develop expertise in specific Safe Drinking Water Act Rules and be responsible for keeping up to date on regulatory changes and in-depth aspects of these regulations to oversee their implementation.

• Review documents for compliance with rule requirements.

• Review high sample results and provide information to staff to assist with determinations on the appropriate course of action to be taken.

• Review testing requirements for public water systems and set up/change appropriate sample schedules.

• Provide rule assistance for the new well approval process, treatment reviews and other public water system issues.

• Provide training and support for staff and other entities on drinking water rule information and changes to those rules.

• Develop and write letters related to schedule changes, violations, plan approvals, rule requirements and other issues related to drinking water rules.

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.

Preferred candidates will also have:

• Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules and regulations related to drinking water.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Access, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Ability to disseminate complex rules and regulations, through trainings and other outreach tools, to assist others with understanding and implementation of requirements.

• Knowledge of biological, chemical, physical, geological, ecological and/or engineering principles as well as water chemistry and treatment processes.

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Agency information:

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.

Application Information:

For additional information about this position please contact Amilyn Stillings, Rules Manager, at (207)441-4735 or at Amilyn.Stillings@Maine.gov

Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.

To request a paper application, please contact Lucia.Nadeau@Maine.gov

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%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 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 ($395.72 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).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

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.

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