Professional Licensing Supervisor/ Education Coordinator

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Professional Licensing Supervisor and Education Coordinator 

Department of Professional and Financial Regulation (and Boards)

Job Class Code: 4070 - Professional Licensing Supervisor
Grade: 22 (Supervisory)
Salary: $51,750.40- $72,924.80/Annually

Location: Gardiner, ME

Opening Date: November 4, 2026

Closing Date:  November 19, 2026

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Maine’s Department of Professional and Financial Regulation is hiring for a key team member to lead professional licensing programs and shape the education and training that support Maine’s licensed professions.  As the Professional Licensing Supervisor / Education Coordinator, you will provide supervision and oversight for licensing and examination programs serving the Real Estate Commission, Appraisers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Foresters, and Auctioneers. This position ensures programs are administered consistently and in compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. 

We’re looking for a leader with: 

• Strong communication and analytical skills  

• The ability to manage program operations  

• Knowledge of interpreting and applying laws and regulations, and 

• Experience building effective working relationships with professionals, educators, staff, and the public.  

This position is also critical in overseeing real estate education programs, including the review and approval of pre-licensing and continuing education courses, program audits, and the development of mandatory real estate core courses in collaboration with subject matter experts. 

What will you do? 

While no two days looks the same, on a typical day you may: 

• Lead licensing and examination operations: Oversee licensing programs for assigned professions, supervise licensing personnel, and support the consistent and effective administration of program requirements. 

• Oversee education program approval and compliance: Review and evaluate applications from education sponsors, approve or deny proposed courses, and conduct audits to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, and performance standards. 

• Coordinate education and curriculum development: Work with course providers, instructors, educators, and subject matter experts to develop, and evaluate qualifying and continuing education programs for compliance, including mandatory real estate core courses. 

• Interpret and apply laws and regulations: Research and explain licensing and education requirements, resolve questions involving regulatory interpretation, and recommend appropriate action on compliance issues. 

• Monitor and address noncompliance: Identify, document, monitor, and report education program concerns and coordinate the preparation of materials needed to resolve compliance matters. 

• Develop and improve programs: Recommend new or revised policies and procedures, establish program goals and objectives, and identify opportunities to improve program operations and service delivery. 

• Prepare reports and analyze trends: Compile and analyze statistical information related to education programs, instructor performance, licensing activity, and industry trends. 

• Provide guidance and public information: Respond and provide guidance to inquiries from licensees, professional organizations, education providers, and the public. Present information at public meetings, conferences, and other events to promote understanding of regulatory requirements. 

• Represent programs in administrative proceedings: Prepare documentation and provide testimony at administrative hearings (including responding to cross-examination) involving education program or professional license denials and, when necessary, disciplinary matters. 

• Maintain program resources: Evaluate and maintain assigned program websites and research special topics to respond to information requests. 

• Carry out supervisory responsibilities: Supervise assigned staff and follow HR policies and practices, including employee development, performance management, workplace safety, equal opportunity, and confidentiality requirements. 

The successful candidate will demonstrate: 

• Knowledge of applicable professional licensing laws, rules, regulations, policies, and administrative procedures, including the Maine Administrative Procedure Act. 

• Knowledge of adult education principles, practices, and techniques. 

• Knowledge of real estate brokerage. 

• Ability to interpret and explain complex laws, rules, and regulatory requirements clearly and consistently. 

• Ability to supervise, motivate, and support staff in achieving program goals. 

• Ability to evaluate information, conduct research and statistical analysis, and develop sound recommendations and decisions. 

• Ability to plan, coordinate, and manage programs, projects, goals, and objectives. 

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 candidates with real estate brokerage experience. 

To request a paper application, please contact Stephanie Hayes via email at recruiting.sesc@maine.gov