Environmental Protection Engineer I

Job Overview

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The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Bureau of Air (BOA), Clean Air Act Permit Program (CAAPP) Operating Unit 1(b) 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 permitting of various types of operations and air pollution control systems. In addition, this position will assist other staff in the BOA in the investigation, inspection and monitoring of various devices and facilities which influence environmental quality in the Clean Air Act Permit Program.

The benefits of working at the IEPA 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 Functions

• Receives training and guidance in the review and analysis of permit applications in the Bureau of Air (BOA)/Air Pollution Control (APC), Permit Section, Clean Air Act Permit Program (CAAPP) Operating Unit 1(b);
• Receives training and guidance in the utilization of the Permit Section data systems;
• Participates in discussions and observes higher level staff in the development of permit applications and their
  related information;
• Receives training and guidance from higher level staff in permit fee resolution;
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated
  above.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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, electrical, acoustical or aeronautical engineering or
engineering mechanics or a closely related engineering specialty.

• Requires no previous experience.
• This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers the ability to utilize a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access and Excel software.
•  Prefers the ability to make mathematical computations and calculations.
•  Prefers the ability to understand, interpret and apply state and federal rules, regulations, etc.
• Prefers the ability to plan, schedule and prioritize daily work.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires a valid driver’s license.
•  Requires the ability to travel.
•  Requires the ability to pass a name-based background check.

All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours:  8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday  
Work Location: 1021 North Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL 62702  
Agency Contact: 

Agency Contact: Chris Steinkruger
Email: Christopher.E.Steinkruger@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-558-1256

Job Family:  Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics; Environmental & Natural Resources