ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ENGINEER I

State of Illinois

  • Springfield, IL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Agency : Environmental Protection Agency
Closing Date/Time: 04/29/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (effective 7/1/24) $6,079.00/Month, Full Range $6,079-$6,952 Monthly.
Job Type: Salaried
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 2
Plan/BU: RC063This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the employee career portal.Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.Posting Identification Number 36881Environmental Protection Engineer I (UMP)***Please upload a copy of your official/unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. ***Note: The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency must verify and have proof of higher education and coursework (if applicable) for any degree earned before any offer can be extended.*Answer all questions thoroughly-DO NOT STATE SEE RESUME*Position OverviewThe Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Bureau of Air (BOA), Air Quality Planning Section, Regulatory Development Unit, State Implementation Plan is seeking to hire an Environmental Protection Engineer I. This position performs a variety of closely supervised functions that are designed to provide a basic introduction to, and training in the explicit engineering programs for the Regulatory Development Unit. The ideal candidate will assist a higher-level engineer in the investigation of the design, location, construction, maintenance, or inspection of subsystems of public and private facilities relating to State Implementation plan.
The benefits of working at the EPA include a 37 ½ hour work week, a generous salary and benefits package (paid time off for vacation, sick or personal leave, holidays) pension and other retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement, and insurance eligibility on day one (medical, dental, vision, and life). We invite all qualified candidates to apply.Essential Functions25% 1. Assists higher level staff in the Bureau of Air/Air Pollution Control (BOA/APC), Air Quality Planning Section (AQPS), Regulatory Development Unit, in the evaluation of emission control technologies applicable to industrial/commercial related emissions.
  • Assists in developing supporting engineering data.
  • Participates and observes higher lever staff in the development of specialized tools (e.g., computer programs, data handling systems, guidelines, etc.) utilized for the analysis of the impact of industrial/commercial related activities to ensure the Agency maintains state of the art capabilities.
Essential Functions (continued)25% 2. Assists in collecting engineering data and performing engineering analyses concerning current and future control technology as part of the regulatory development process. Develops technical support for the regulatory process.
  • Assists in the evaluation of environmental control strategies to determine their applicability in Illinois and their effectiveness in reducing air pollution levels.
  • Assists in the drafting of technical support documents to be used in regulatory actions or State Implementation Plan submissions.
25% 3. Assists in performing air quality analyses and engineering reviews of routine industrial/commercial related projects (e.g., as described in letters of intent, negative declarations, environmental impact statements, etc.).
  • Performs analyses of air quality emissions inventory, and emission trends to determine the nature of air pollution problems in the State of Illinois.
Essential Functions (continued)15% 4. Assists in gathering and compiling data from Annual Emissions Reports for the purposes of preparing the state emissions inventories.
  • Enters information into database.
05% 5. Participates and observes higher level staff in providing testimony to the Pollution Control Board in support of regulatory proposals involving emission control technologies.
  • Travels in performance of duties.
05% 6. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.Minimum Qualifications1. Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college with a bachelor's degree in an engineering science. Typically, the subject matter would involve the type of coursework associated with environmental (sanitary, hydraulic, hydrology, and air pollution specialties), civil (sanitary, hydraulic, and hydrology specialties), general, industrial, mechanical, chemical, public health, electronic, acoustical, or aeronautical engineering or engineering mechanics or a closely related engineering specialty.
2. Requires no previous experience.
3. This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)1. Prefers the ability to utilize a personal computer and software applications such as MS Word and Excel
software.
2. Prefers the ability to utilize Access or similar database programs.Conditions of Employment1. Requires a valid and current appropriate drivers’ license.
2. Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
3. Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.
4. Requires ability to attend seminars, conference, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics to the job duties.
5. Requires the ability to pass a name-based background check.
*The condition of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.About the AgencyThe mission of the Illinois EPA is to safeguard environmental quality, consistent with the social and economic needs of the State of Illinois, so as to protect health, welfare, property, and the quality of life.
The Illinois EPA works to safeguard natural resources from pollution to provide a healthy environment. By partnering with businesses, local governments, and the public, the Illinois EPA is dedicated to continued protection of the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the land we live on.Work Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday
Work Location: 1021 North Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL 62702
Agency Contact:Joe MercierEmail: Joseph.mercier@illinois.govPhone #:217-785-2361Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & MathematicsThis title is within the Upward Mobility Program. General Program information can be found by clicking on the link or for specific title information at . There are three categories of UMP titles: 1) certificate titles which require passing a written proficiency exam; 2) credential titles which require the possession of a specified college degree and/or licensure; and 3) dual titles for which a certificate may be earned by following either the certificate or credential pathway.This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).Revolving Door: “Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”), and seek a revolving door determination from the OEIG, or may be subject to a fine.”Agency Statement: The mission of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is to safeguard environmental quality, consistent with the social and economic needs of the State of Illinois, so as to protect health, welfare, property and the quality of life. IEPA works to safeguard the states natural resources from pollution to provide a healthy environment for its citizens. By partnering with businesses, local governments and citizens, IEPA is dedicated to continued protection of the air we breathe and our water and land resources.The IEPA does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). To be considered for permanent IEPA employment, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSUse the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the homepage in the blue ribbon.Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:State employees: Log in to the for State employees and review theNon-State employees: on – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
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