Job Description

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The Department of Administrative & Financial Services is an innovative organization that coordinates several central services for agencies within Maine State Government. The Natural Resources Service Center provides financial and budgetary management services as well as human resource and employee relations services to the natural resource agencies of state government, Baxter State Park, the Department of Energy Resources and the Maine Office of Community Affairs.

DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE & FINANCIAL SERVICES

PUBLIC SERVICE MANAGER II

SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST

-OPEN TO CURRENT STATE OF MAINE EMPLOYEES ONLY-

Opening Date: July 06, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day July 17, 2026

Location: Augusta

Position Number: 00500-0526

Position Type: Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: MA30

Grade: 30 (Confidential)

Salary: $71,843.20 - $101,587.20 Per Year

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

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: As a Senior Financial Analyst of the Natural Resources Service Center, you will report to the Service Center Deputy Director and be the lead Financial Analyst for the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. This position supervises another Financial Analyst assigned to this agency. Working together as a team, you will be responsible for leading the development of the budget and working with senior executive management of both the Department and Service Center to monitor activity and advise on financial, budgetary and administrative matters. Qualified candidates must have excellent communication skills in addition to a strong analytical and financial background. This position is headquartered in Augusta with potential for a hybrid in-office/remote work schedule.

The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:

1. A thorough and mature comprehension of Maine state laws, rules, regulations, policies and other directives from central control agencies that directly impact program management operations and management at the agency level.

2. A proven ability to effectively communicate with diverse group dynamics.

3. Demonstrated skill in fostering positive teamwork in a collaborative spirit to resolve difficult matters.

4. A proven and demonstrated ability to identify and implement solutions that improve communication, cost containment and minimize program deficiencies and resource waste.

5. Comprehension of the financial management systems and processes employed by both the executive and legislative branches of state government and how they impact program management.

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 confidential employees receive three (3) personal leave days per calendar year.
• 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 18.91% 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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