Town of Freeport - Environmental Services Coordinator

Date Posted: June 17, 2025 | End Date: August 01, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Water & Wastewater

The Town of Freeport is seeking a full-time Environmental Services Coordinator to support municipal environmental compliance, stormwater management, and sustainability initiatives. This role involves both fieldwork and technical reporting, with an emphasis on collaboration, communication, and independent problem-solving.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct fieldwork, including water quality sampling, environmental monitoring, and stormwater inspections
• Develop and implement environmental policies, education, and outreach initiatives
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations
• Use GIS tools for mapping, analysis, and reporting
• Collaborate with departments and the public on sustainability and conservation projects
• Prepare technical reports and regulatory documentation

Preferred Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Experience in environmental services, compliance, or related areas
• Knowledge of environmental regulations, sustainability practices, and management systems
• Proficiency in water sampling, testing, and GIS mapping (ArcGIS or equivalent)
• Familiarity with environmental policy development and public outreach
• Understanding of aquatic habitats and current stormwater technologies
• Valid Maine Class C driver’s license
• Maine DEP Certified BMP and Post-Construction Stormwater Inspector certification (required within 12 months of hire)
• Knowledge of field safety practices and ability to work in varying weather conditions

Why Work for the Town of Freeport?

• Four-day workweek, Monday–Thursday
• Starting pay: $32/hour, commensurate with experience
• Competitive benefits package, including:
  • Excellent health insurance
  • Matched retirement options
  • Dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
  • Flexible spending account
• Paid time off, including:
  • Holidays
  • Sick and personal days
  • Vacation leave
• Supportive, professional environment and a collaborative, community-minded team

Review of applications will start July 1, 2025. To apply, submit a job application, resume, and cover letter to Courtney Sparks, Human Resources Director at [email protected].

The Town of Freeport is an equal opportunity employer and service provider that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for our employees and those we serve.