Licensing Clerk jobs in Maine

Department of Professional and Financial Regulation and Boards - Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation 

Job Class Code: 4070
Grade: 22 (Supervisory)

Salary: $48,089 - $65,145
Location: Gardiner, ME

Opening Date: May 23, 2024

Closing Date:  June 9, 2024

Primary responsibilities include:  

• Reviews and evaluates applications from real estate brokerage education providers for approval to offer qualifying and continuing training & development course programs.
• Monitors and conducts audits of real estate brokerage education programs to determine compliance with laws, rules and performance standards.
• Coordinates and consults with course providers, instructors and other professionals regarding course development, delivery and evaluation.
• Develops course curriculum for qualifying and continuing education courses in conjunction with educators and subject matter experts.
• Compiles and writes statistical reports on education programs, instructor performance, other education-related topics and license trends.
• Manages licensing programs, including supervision of assigned staff.
• Researches special topics in order to provide requested information.
• Testifies at administrative hearings related to the denial of an education program, professional license and, as necessary, disciplinary matters.
• Interprets and explains professional licensing and regulatory laws and rules to licensees and educators in order to ensure consistent understanding and implementation.
• Evaluates and maintains program-specific websites assigned to the unit.
  Provides information to professionals, and the public on licensing, regulatory practices, state and federal laws and rules.
• Plans for and recommends new and revised program policy.

Skills or knowledge required:

• Real estate brokerage experience as a real estate agent and/or development /instruction of real estate brokerage education).
• Ability to supervise subordinate personnel.
• Ability to interpret and explain pertinent laws, rules and regulations.
• Ability to evaluate information, arrive at logical conclusions and make sound recommendations and decisions.
• Ability to conduct research and statistical analysis.
• Ability to plan, set and administer program goals and objectives. 
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to use applicable computer programs.

Minimum qualifications:

A Bachelors Degree in Education, Business/ Public Administration, or related field and two (2) years experience in program development, professional licensing, developing training curricula, and/or supervisory/lead worker experience. –OR- An acceptable equivalent combination of directly related education and/or experience. 

Preference will be given to those applicants:

With real estate brokerage education instruction and/or real estate brokerage experience.

Contact information:

Questions about this position should be directed to Catherine E. Pendergast at Catherine.pendergast@maine.gov

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application.  In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period.  Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such. 

If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700.  Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME  04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018.  Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included.  Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.  

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 ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 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. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.21% for Confidential employees. 

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 part-time employment.

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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