Augusta, Maine, United States · Hybrid
$17/hr–$25/hr
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Skills: Microsoft Office, Data Management, Business Correspondence, Office Administration, Customer Service
Poland, Maine, United States · On-site
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Skills: Road Repair, Culvert Replacement, Snow Plowing, Commercial Driving, Traffic Flagging
Augusta, Maine, United States · On-site
$32/hr–$33/hr
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Skills: Tax Examination, Tax Assessment, Tax Collection, Accounting Procedures, Tax Law Interpretation
Bucksport, Maine, United States · On-site
$49k–$69k/yr
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Skills: Sanitation Inspection, Public Health Inspection, Regulatory Compliance, HACCP, SSOP
Augusta, Maine, United States · On-site
$32/hr–$33/hr
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Skills: Tax Examination, Tax Assessment, Tax Collection, Accounting Procedures, State Tax Law
Augusta, Maine, United States · On-site
$60k–$84k/yr
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Skills: Project management, Performance metrics analysis, Staff supervision, Technical reporting, Collaborative teamwork
Augusta, Maine, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$24/hr
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Skills: Administrative Support, Office Management, Correspondence Editing, Policy Maintenance, Stakeholder Communication
Augusta, Maine, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$24/hr
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Skills: Administrative support, Customer service, Office management, Phone tree management, Inventory management
Augusta, Maine, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$25/hr
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Skills: Customer Service, Administrative Support, Data Verification, Conflict Resolution, Time Management
Augusta, Maine, United States · Hybrid
$62k–$87k/yr
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Skills: Data Management, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Supervision, Quality Assurance
Machias, Maine, United States · Hybrid
$17/hr–$24/hr
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Skills: Customer Service, Eligibility Application Process, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Augusta, Maine, United States · Hybrid
$64k–$90k/yr
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Skills: Database management, Staff supervision, Project management, Regulatory compliance, Data analysis
Augusta, Maine, United States · Hybrid
$113k–$159k/yr
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Skills: Medical Management, Public Health Leadership, Environmental Toxicology, Case Management, Staff Supervision
Caribou, Maine, United States · On-site
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Skills: Road repair, Culvert replacement, Snow plowing, Commercial driving, Flagger certification
Washington, Maine, United States · On-site
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Skills: Road Repair, Culvert Replacement, Snow Plowing, Commercial Driving, Traffic Flagging
Rockland, Maine, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$34/hr
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Skills: Case Management, Eligibility Determination, Client Assessment, Outreach, Crisis Intervention
Presque Isle, Maine, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$34/hr
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Skills: Personnel Supervision, Highway Maintenance, Bridge Repair, Heavy Equipment Maintenance, Project Planning
Augusta, Maine, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$25/hr
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Skills: Inventory Management, Property Control, Customer Service, Shipping and Receiving, Warehouse Operations
Portland, Maine, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$27/hr
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Skills: Customer Service, Conflict Resolution, Attention To Detail, Communication Skills, Problem Solving
Windham, Maine, United States · On-site
$48k–$65k/yr
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Skills: Firearms Instruction, Marksmanship, Curriculum Development, Armory Management, Adult Learning Principles
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Provides complex administrative support including managing phone calls, greeting the public, and handling mail for the Augusta Central office. Responsibilities include creating spreadsheets, maintaining files, and processing payments in accordance with standard procedures.
Requires training, education, or experience in office support demonstrating competency in modern office practices and independent decision-making. Candidates must be proficient in using technical office equipment and Microsoft applications.
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This position requires direct contact with members of the public and other agencies in person and by phone. The position also performs routine, varied office support tasks often requiring the operation of technical office equipment as well as knowledge of Microsoft applications.
Opening Date: July 27, 2026
Closing Date: August 10, 2026
Grade / Admin Unit: 13 / Administrative
Job Class Code: 6542
Salary: $ 17.73 - $ 25.53 / Hourly ( Includes 2.50 % recruitment and retention Stipend)
Position Number: 029000041
Location: Augusta
Telework: Partial/ Hybrid, with management approval, upon completion of probationary period. All telework must be performed in the State of Maine.
Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
This position requires direct contact with members of the public and other agencies in person and by phone. The position also performs routine, varied office support tasks often requiring the operation of technical office equipment as well as knowledge of Microsoft applications.
This is a classification in the Office & Administrative Support Job Family which provides office and administrative support to an agency, program, or operational unit requiring operation of office equipment and knowledge of office processes and diverse clerical functions. This job family is distinguished by its contributory role in meeting operational, production, and/or processing needs. This is office and administrative support work performing complex, varied office support tasks often requiring established skill sets which include a solid knowledge of modern office practices and office equipment necessary to perform divergent clerical functions. Responsibilities require independent decision-making on the appropriate processes to follow, information to process, and actions to take in accordance with standard procedures.
Training, education, or experience in office and administrative support work that demonstrates 1) competency in applying a solid knowledge of modern office practices to perform complex, varied office support tasks, and 2) the ability to use independent decision-making on the appropriate processes to follow, information to process, and actions to take in accordance with standard procedures. All positions in this classification assume the qualifications of: Office Assistant I, Office Assistant II, and Office Associate I.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume and three (3) professional references.
In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact recruiting.ggsc@maine.gov
The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.
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 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 ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 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 ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.11% 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.
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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Managed by the Maine State Bureau of Human Resources. #WorkInME
Welcome! We in Maine take pride in our quality of life, our entrepreneurial spirit, and our strong, independent heritage. Our motto—“Dirigo” or “I lead” — reflects our sense of place, as the first state that greets the sun each morning, as well as our sense of pride…pride in our craftsmanship, our work ethic and our people. No matter where you work in Maine State Government, you find a real sense of authenticity. From our small cities to our rural communities, the State of Maine offers a skilled and committed workforce, with unmatched transportation and information technology infrastructure. Maine – it’s a great place to call home.
Offices: State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333, US
Managed by the Maine State Bureau of Human Resources. #WorkInME
Welcome! We in Maine take pride in our quality of life, our entrepreneurial spirit, and our strong, independent heritage. Our motto—“Dirigo” or “I lead” — reflects our sense of place, as the first state that greets the sun each morning, as well as our sense of pride…pride in our craftsmanship, our work ethic and our people. No matter where you work in Maine State Government, you find a real sense of authenticity. From our small cities to our rural communities, the State of Maine offers a skilled and committed workforce, with unmatched transportation and information technology infrastructure. Maine – it’s a great place to call home.
Offices: State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333, US
