Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Environmental Engineer
Opening Date: October 15, 2024
Closing Date: October 28, 2024
Job Class Code: 6321
Grade: 24 Pro/Tech
Salary: $57,366.40/year - $80,433.60 per year*
*inclusive of an 11% stipend
Position Number: 2000-3994
Location: Augusta, Bangor, or Portland
Position Location: This is a full-time position to be located in Augusta, Bangor, or Portland, Maine, dependent upon applicant’s preferred location. This opportunity allows partial tele-work with management approval.
This is currently a one-year limited period position. It is expected, but not guaranteed, that the position will either be made permanent, or renewed prior to expiring.
Are you looking for a fulfilling career that allows you to make a positive impact on public health and the environment? The Maine CDC's Drinking Water Program is seeking a passionate Environmental Engineer to be a key player in implementing the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program (DWSRF). This is an excellent opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to vital water infrastructure improvement projects throughout Maine.
What We Do:
The Drinking Water Program is tasked with overseeing public drinking water systems throughout Maine and administering federal and state safe drinking water regulations. The Drinking Water State Revolving Fund provides low-interest loans and other financial assistance for public drinking water infrastructure improvement projects.
Reasons to Work with Us:
1. Meaningful Impact: As an Environmental Engineer in the Drinking Water Program, you will be at the forefront of protecting public health and ensuring safe drinking water for communities across Maine. By coordinating and supporting infrastructure improvement projects, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing overall drinking water quality.
2. Flexibility and Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of work-life balance, and that's why we offer partial tele-work options, up to 3-days per week. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually and have peace of mind with our excellent benefit packages and retirement pension plan!
3. Professional Growth: As a key member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to attend relevant trainings, work sessions, and conferences both in-state and out-of-state. We believe in empowering our employees to stay updated with the latest trends and practices in the industry.
4. Collaborative Work Environment: Join a team that values a supportive and collaborative work environment. You'll have the chance to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of internal and external partners.
Key Responsibilities:
As the State Revolving Fund Engineer/Project Manager, you will have a range of responsibilities, including:
• Reviewing and approving designs for public drinking water system improvements, ensuring designs are appropriate and compliant with all state and federal safe drinking water requirements.
• Representing the DWSRF as a project manager for public water system construction projects, including reviewing construction plans, engineering agreements, payment reimbursement requests and ensuring federal and state requirements are met.
• Conducting environmental reviews to evaluate the potential environmental impacts of projects and activities receiving DWSRF assistance.
• Traveling to and participating in construction meetings for assigned projects across Maine. (Travel expenses are reimbursable.)
• Developing and presenting public education materials associated with drinking water system improvements and the DWSRF program.
Qualifications We're Looking For:
• A Bachelor's Degree in Environmental, Civil, Sanitary, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering and four (4) years of engineering experience. Related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer by the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers. Maine PE License must be obtained within 6-months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the minimum qualifications, preferred candidates should possess:
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand and solve problems independently and with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge and experience with civil, mechanical, chemical, and sanitary engineering principles and practices related to water treatment technology and facilities.
• Experience with investigation, planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of water treatment facilities.
• Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations and experience with administering construction contracts.
• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office suite, and adaptability to new emerging technology.
Thinking about applying?
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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.
For additional information about this position please contact Amy Lachance, Drinking Water Program Manager, at 207-557-2380 or Amy.Lachance@Maine.gov
To apply:
Please upload a resume and cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, you must provide the following information:
1) explain what prior education and/or experience you have had doing the elements under “Key Responsibilities,” above; and
2) explain which, if any, of the attributes you have under “Preferred Qualifications” section, above.
Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.
To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.L.Harman@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 ($11,196.96 - $13,172.88 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costsfor you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
- Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% 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 fathers 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.
