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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL HYDROGEOLOGIST

Opening Date: January 23, 2026

Closing Date: End of day February 06, 2026

Location: Bangor

Position Number: 08300-2073

Class Code: 9482

Grade: 28 (Supervisory)

Salary: $63,689.60 - $90,438.40 Per Year

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

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a professional services and scientific position in environmental hydrogeology and includes managing the petroleum remediation program in the Department's Eastern Maine Regional Office. Responsibilities include analyzing geologic data, conducting site investigation and remediation, preparing and publishing findings and/or recommendations, and overseeing all aspects of an environmental hydrogeologic project or program. The position also provides hydrogeologic support to other programs, including RCRA, Solid Waste, Uncontrolled Sites, Brownfields, VRAP, and PFAS programs. This position collaborates with staff throughout the Department to investigate and remediate contaminated sites to the satisfaction of the Commissioner. This position involves serving as a working supervisor, responsible for assigning tasks and overseeing work carried out by staff. Work is performed under administrative direction.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:

• Provides hydrogeologic oversight and remediation of sites where soil, groundwater, surface water, and indoor air have become contaminated.
• Develops conceptual site models to establish risk‐based clean‐up goals that are protective of human health and the environment.
• Plans and conducts hydrogeologic investigations of petroleum spill sites and proposed construction or waste disposal sites to determine the extent, fate, and transport of contamination in soils and groundwater, and to determine cost-effective and technically appropriate solutions for remediation.
• Evaluates/analyzes reports and proposals describing soil and groundwater contamination at oil spill sites, hazardous waste sites, and solid waste landfills.
• Oversees and documents soil and groundwater remediation at contaminated sites.
• Supervises and oversees the work of subordinate staff. Hires, coaches, guides, and evaluates the work of subordinate staff.
• Analyzes and displays geologic and environmental data using databases, spreadsheets, GIS, and other data analysis tools.
• Writes technical reports and memos to provide findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Writes and reviews regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines.

For questions specific to the position, please contact the Hiring Manager, Sean Dougherty, at: (207) 441-7159 or [email protected]

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: An eight (8) year combination of education and/or professional experience in geology or a related field.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class): Licensed as a Maine Licensed Geologist by the Board of Licensure of Geologists and Soil Scientists.

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

• Demonstrated experience in oral and written communication of technical information to a wide variety of audiences, including presentations in public forums.
• Experience with GIS mapping and electronic data management skills.
• Demonstrated experience bringing groups, particularly project teams of technical staff, to consensus.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating work efforts with other government entities (towns, other state agencies, or federal agencies).
• Ability to identify and analyze problems, reach logical conclusions, and make sound, cost-effective decisions.
• Ability to manage projects and personnel to meet project deadlines.

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. 
• 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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