Liquor Licensing and Tax Supervisor job opportunity at Maine.



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Maine Liquor Licensing and Tax Supervisor
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loacation Augusta, Maine, United States Of America
loacation Augusta, Maine....United States Of America

If you are a current State of Maine employee, you must complete your application through the internal application process (Find Jobs Report). Please apply using your PRISM account. If you are on Seasonal Leave and do not have access to PRISM, contact your local Human Resources representative for application information. Bureau of Alcoholic and Lottery Operations Liquor Licensing and Tax Division           Opening Date:   January 21, 2026 Closing Date:  February 4, 2026     Grade   / Admin Unit :  22 / Confidential Job Class Code:  6593 Salary: $ 49,233.60   - $ 70,824.00 /Annually     Position Number:  016800010   Location:  Augusta OVERVIEW: Do you want to become a professional regulator? Are you interested in the beverage alcohol industry? As the Licensing and Tax Supervisor (Office Specialist II Supervisor) at the Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages and Lottery Operations (BABLO), you will play a key role in administering a statewide liquor licensing and excise tax program that generates more than $20 million annually in revenue for the State of Maine. JOB DESCRIPTION: This work supports public safety and the effective operation of state government by ensuring that liquor licenses, excise taxes, and administrative violations are handled consistently and accurately. This is advanced-level regulatory and supervisory work that offers opportunities for career development and advancement, both within BABLO and across Maine state government. RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise a team of 5 licensing associates and 4 tax examiners, providing training, assigning work, reviewing time sheets, and completing performance evaluations Oversee day-to-day licensing and excise tax workload to ensure timely, accurate processing and consistent coverage of phone queues and shared inboxes Establish and maintain standardized workflows that support staff training and ensure efficient, consistent completion of work Support administration of the enterprise licensing system by coordinating with the vendor and configuring the system to meet staff and public needs Manage excise tax audit activities to prioritize risk, allocate staff resources effectively, and support program goals Represent the Division publicly, including working with municipalities, state agencies, and industry stakeholders, and provide operational updates and recommendations to BABLO leadership Coordinate administrative hearing and consent agreement processes for licensing and enforcement matters Assist with the review and development of statutes, rules, and administrative policies affecting liquor licensing and excise tax programs KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :   Knowledge of the principles of organization. Knowledge of the principles of office management. Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices. Knowledge of State of Maine rulemaking processes and procedures. Knowledge of federal grant procedures. Ability to compose, review, and edit complex and/or technical business correspondence. Ability to use discretion and judgment in dispensing information. Knowledge of budgetary procedures. Knowledge of basic investigative principles, practices, and techniques. Ability to develop budgets and work programs. Ability to initiate, coordinate, implement, and evaluate administrative activities. Ability to assess need for capital expenditures and make recommendations. Ability to review proposed/enacted laws for appropriateness and feasibility, and to identify problems. Ability to plan, organize, administer and proctor licensure examinations. Ability to analyze solutions, reach logical conclusions, and make sound recommendations. Ability to apply to non-routine individual cases an explanation and interpretation of applicable rules, regulations, and policies. Ability to understand and promote management goals as they affect day-to-day and long term operations. Ability to effectively plan and adjust work operations to meet planned and unexpected change. Ability to effectively represent the organization at internal and external meetings. Knowledge of supervisory principles, methods, and techniques. Knowledge of interviewing principles and techniques. Knowledge of the principles of organization. Knowledge of teamwork principles and strategies. Ability to work with timelines and schedules. Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented. Ability to use discretion and judgment in dispensing information. Ability to plan, assign, instruct, review, and monitor the work of support staff. Ability to effectively schedule the work Ability to instruct others and plan, prioritize, and assign work. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to understand and implement complex oral and written instructions. Ability to conduct research, gather information, and analyze results to reach a conclusion and/or make recommendations. Ability to initiate, coordinate, implement, and evaluate administrative activities. Ability to coordinate and integrate the work activities and resources of several projects and/or operational pieces. Ability to effectively interact with others of widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and viewpoints. Knowledge of Maine Performance Management and Appraisal System. Knowledge of Civil Service system. Knowledge of applicable collective bargaining agreements. Knowledge of human resource laws, polices, and practices. Ability to accomplish the quality/quantity of work within set expectations. Ability to exercise good judgment in appraising situations and making decisions/recommendations. Ability to effectively delegate work as appropriate. Ability to develop and recommend operational improvements. Ability to effectively coach employees and conduct performance appraisals. Ability to adapt processes/procedures to meet new and/or changing work requirements. Ability to establish operational priorities, procedures, and quality assurance mechanisms. Ability to coordinate and integrate work objectives among several projects and/or operational units. Ability to effectively plan and adjust work operations to meet planned and unexpected change. Ability to understand and promote management goals as they affect day-to-day and long term operations. Ability to analyze personnel, operational, and organizational issues and problems; and develop timely and economical solutions. Ability to establish program objectives and/or performance goals and assess progress. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Training, education, or experience in administrative support work that demonstrates 1) competency in applying a proficient knowledge of modern office practices to perform advanced administrative support tasks at the statewide level that are broad in scope or functionally diverse, and 2) the ability to use independent judgment, initiative, and decision making on complex administrative matters. All positions in this classification assume the qualifications of: Office Assistant I, Office Assistant II, Office Associate I, Office Associate II and Office Specialist I. Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills or experience: Experience supervising staff, including assigning work, training employees, and completing performance evaluations. Experience with auditing, or finance. Experience developing or improving administrative workflows, or procedures. Experience working with software systems or databases used to manage licensing, tax reporting, or other business workflows. Experience interpreting and applying statutes, rules, policies, and procedures. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:    Please   submit   a cover letter along with a current resume.   In order for   us to properly   determine   if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.       CONTACT INFORMATION:   For   more information or   questions specific to the position, please contact Name and email address /phone number   (default will be:   recruiting.ggsc@maine.gov )      The selected candidate will   be required   to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be   required ) as a condition of employment .        This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.     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 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  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.      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.   Thinking about applying?   Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If   you’re   currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your experience and passion set you apart.     If you require a paper application, please download and print one   HERE   . If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.

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