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ENVIRONMENTAL HYDROGEOLOGY SPECIALIST
Opening Date: 4/20/2023
Closing Date: 5/3/2023
Location: Augusta
Position #: 08330-1300
Position Type: Permanent Full Time
Class Code: 9484
Grade/Salary: Range 26 $51,521.60 – $69,576.00/ Annually*
- This is earning potential over the course of eight 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 Environmental Hydrogeology Specialist vacancy in Augusta.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position provides professional hydrogeologic services relating to the investigation, remediation, and monitoring at landfill sites in Maine. In addition, this position provides hydrogeological expertise to all Bureau programs by planning and determining the appropriate hydrogeologic investigation and remedial solution for contaminated sites. The position also collaborates with staff throughout the Department to achieve clean-up goals and provide assistance as needed. Duties include review, oversight, participation in, and supervision of soil and hydrogeologic investigations and review of work plans and reports. The successful candidate is expected to be skilled in the use of a variety of sampling, geophysical, and testing tools and in the collection of soil, hydrological, and geological data during field investigations. Strong verbal and writing skills are required for the presentation of conclusions to technical and non-technical audiences including Department staff, consultants, responsible parties, and the general public. For additional information, please contact Michael O’Connor at (207) 441-1732 or Michael.OConnor@maine.gov.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have an 8-year combination of education and experience in the fields of hydrogeology, hydrology, and geology, including experience in responsible charge of geological work.
Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements: Candidates must be licensed as a Geologist by the Maine Board of Licensure for Geologists and Soil Scientists prior to attaining permanent status in this class.
Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills and experience:
- Knowledge of organic and inorganic geochemistry relating to landfill leachate fate and transport.
- Knowledge of investigation and remediation methodologies at contaminated sites.
- Familiarity with GIS, statistical, geochemical, and data plotting software.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain a large workload and meet project deadlines.
- Ability to analyze problems, reach logical conclusions, and make sound, cost-effective recommendations.
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 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 ($10,150.80-$11,942.16 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 13.16% 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 four weeks 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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