Public Service Coordinator I

Job Overview

Department:

Department of Defense, Veterans & Emergency Management (DVEM).

Job Class Code:

CA28.

Grade:

28 - Confidential.

Salary:

$66,206.40 – $94,057.60 annually.

Location:

Augusta.
Opening Date:

July 1, 2026.

Closing Date:

July 16, 2026.
Core Responsibilities

Applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards (GAS), state fiscal policy, and applicable federal requirements to department accounting and financial reporting activities;
Analyzing, implementing, and administering budgets and work programs for DVEM;
directing and participating in the review of department budget requests, work plan revision, and revenue forecast;
acting as the primary source of information regarding programs and financial structures of DVEM and tracking projected program results;
Providing technical and functional oversight to fiscal staff, including review of work products, training, troubleshooting, and guidance on complex items;
providing continuity of financial operations in absence of personnel;
Supporting budget development, expenditure forecasting, revenue projections, variance analysis, and fiscal impact review;
Coordinating audit responses, corrective action plans, documentation, and resolution of audit findings;
Supporting federal and state grant accounting, reimbursements, match tracking, cost allocation, financial reporting, and closeout activities;
Reviewing and processing vendor payments, accounting reconciliations, financial analysis and reporting, accounts receivable, revenue recognition, and fixed asset accounting for accuracy, compliance, and proper documentation;
Monitoring the legislative process relevant to fiscal impacts, preparing leadership for related legislative engagements, and drafting fiscal notes;
Developing and maintaining internal controls, fiscal procedures, desk guides, and continuity plans for critical financial operations;
Serving as a financial advisor to department and bureau leadership on budgetary and administrative processes, fiscal risks, funding constraints, financial trends, and operational impacts;
and Working collaboratively with department staff, other state entities, auditors, and external partners in a professional and mission-focused manner.
Minimum Qualifications

An eight (8) year combination of education and experience comprised of a Master's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or closely related field and two (2) years of responsible experience in cost, cost/benefit, and financial analysis and an understanding of fiscal program managment. Directly related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
Benefits

13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually;
Health Insurance Coverage – State pays 85%-100% employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value);
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%;
Dental Insurance – 100% employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value);
Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.91% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS);
Parental leave – six weeks of fully paid parental leave;
Additional unpaid leave may also be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Equal Opportunity Employer

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. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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