[watershedmanagers] Maine DEP NPS Program Job Opening

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Environmental Specialist III - anticipated vacancy

Opening date: Feb 13, 2026
Closing date: End of day March 06, 2026
Location: Bangor
Position # 08300-2078
Position Type: Full Time
Class Code: 9253
Grade/Salary: Grade 23 - $25.43 - $35.68 Per Hour (This includes a 7.33% Salary Adjustment) (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.)

The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking an Environmental Specialist III to join our office in Bangor.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position provides direct support for the Nonpoint Source Program, which administers federal water quality grants authorized under Sections 319 and 604(b) of the Clean Water Act. Funds are passed through to organizations (usually 10 - 12 per year) working to protect or restore surface waters across the State of Maine. Typical sub-grant recipients include municipalities and Soil & Water Conservation Districts. This position provides technical assistance to prospective grantees, manages active grant projects, and ensures that funded work is both effective at protecting or restoring water quality and meets state and federal guidelines. The position also conducts stream water quality monitoring and habitat assessment, lake watershed surveys and watershed analysis to identify pollution sources and stressors and supports the development and implementation of watershed-based plans. There will be hybrid remote/in-person work opportunities with this position after management approval and following the DEP Telework Policy.

For more information or to apply refer to the attached announcement or visit:
https://maine.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Executive/details/Environmental-Specialist-III---Anticipated-Vacancy_R26-00667

For more specific information about the position, contact Alex Wong<mailto:For%20more%20information?subject=Bangor%20ES%20III%20inquiry> (alex.wong at maine.gov)
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