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Environmental Protection Engineer I

Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
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Job Requisition ID: 49907
Closing Date: 09/25/2025
​Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Class Title: ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ENG I - 13791 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,319 monthly; Full Range $6,319 - $7,227 monthly.
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: 

 

This 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 illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

***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*

 

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students.  To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

 

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Job Overview

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Bureau of Water (BOW), Water Pollution Control, Permit, Municipal A Unit is seeking to hire an Environmental Protection Engineer 1.   This position performs a variety of closely supervised functions that are designed to provide a basic introduction to, and training related to, the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System and State construction and operating permit applications for the Permit Municipal Unit.  The ideal candidate will assist a higher-level engineer working with municipal, consulting, construction engineering, and technical personnel in the design, construction, location, maintenance, and operation or improvement of water pollution control facilities in the Permit Municipal Unit.

 

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

  • Assists higher level staff to gain knowledge and training in performing a variety of routine engineering functions as
    necessary to support municipal wastewater permitting programs in the Municipal Unit A, Permit Section, Division of
    Water Pollution Control, Bureau of Water;
  • Assists higher level staff in the timely review of State construction and operating permit applications for routine
    municipal treatment facilities, sanitary sewers, force mains, lift stations, land application of sludge, and spray
    irrigation of municipal wastewaters;
  • Participates and observes higher level staff in meetings, public hearings, and/or discussions with applicants,
    consulting engineers, other Agency staff, United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) staff, other State
    and Federal Agencies or the public;
  • Maintains records related to permit programs;
  • Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonable 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, electronic, 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 (In Order of Significance)

  • Prefers knowledge of wastewater pollution and best management practices.
  • Prefers knowledge of State and federal laws, rules and regulations related to wastewater discharges.
  • Prefers ability to establish and maintain working relationships with municipal officials, facility operators and owners, plant
    managers, or their representatives and the public.
  • Prefers the ability to review comprehensive, technical, and scientific reports.
  • Prefers the ability to utilize a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access software.

Conditions of Employment

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

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

 

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: 2520 W Iles Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62704  

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