Chemist II - Augusta - 1800

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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

CHEMIST II

Opening Date: June 01, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day June 12, 2026

Location: Augusta

Position Number: 08300-1800

Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: 6402

Grade: 24 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary: $56,867.20 - $79,705.60 Per Year*

*(This includes a 10% 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.

Interested candidates need to complete and submit an online Direct Hire Application, Cover Letter, and detailed Resume.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: The position provides professional services and scientific work in implementing, coordinating, and overseeing the quality review and management of environmental data for all Bureau of Remediation and Waste Management programs. This position evaluates data quality and environmental monitoring programs (sampling and quality assurance plans) to ensure project data objectives are met, support sound project decisions, and evaluate potential environmental impacts. This position works with Department staff, consultants, and analytical laboratories to identify and resolve data quality or procedural concerns and to recommend data quality improvements. The position assigns and conducts data quality reviews and is responsible for ensuring data is uploaded to the Department’s Environmental and Geographic Analysis Database (EGAD) accurately and efficiently. This position also conducts data quality and management duties to support other Department Bureaus/Divisions and State Agencies.

Other job duties include:

• Attending site visits and project team meetings.
• Assisting with training activities and workshops.
• Formatting data for inclusion in Department websites and reports.
• Assisting with the Department Request for Bid process.

There will be some remote work opportunities available with this position with management approval and following the DEP’s Telework Policy.

For questions specific to the job, please contact Kelly Perkins at [email protected]

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelors’ Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related laboratory science and two (2) years professional level experience in analytical chemistry. Equivalent experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preference will be given to candidates with skills and/or experience in:

• Knowledge of inorganic, organic, and analytical chemistry principles.
• Knowledge of laboratory and field chemistry principles, methods, and equipment.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and data quality principles.
• Knowledge of sample collection and preservation procedures and techniques.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate technical data and form valid conclusions and recommendations.
• Ability to train and oversee subordinate employees.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work.
• Ability to use spreadsheets and other data management programs to display and evaluate field and laboratory data.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with a variety of audiences.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

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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