SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR, OPT 4 (DES PLAINES REGIONAL MANAGER)

Job Requisition ID: 48991 
Closing Date: 08/20/2025
​Agency:  Environmental Protection Agency
Class Title:  SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070 
Skill Option:  Physical Sciences/Environment 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: $11,395.00 - $12,060.00 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  None
Merit Comp Code:  Term Appointment, Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Environmental Protection Agency must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

*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), is seeking a highly qualified individual to serves as a Senior Public Service Administrator, Opt 4, Field Operations Section (FOS) Manager in the Des Plaines Regional Office. The ideal candidate for this position will be organized, detailed and possess the ability to adapt to change in a collaborative, fast paced environment. The ideal candidate will also need to be able to communicate effectively verbally, electronically and in writing with both internal and external stakeholders.

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

• Serves as the Unit Manager of the Bureau of Water (BOW), Division of Water Pollution Control (DWPC), Field
  Operations Section (FOS) for the Des Plaines Regional Office:
• Serves as a full-line supervisor:
• Directs, plans and implements field inspections in accordance with Agency program commitments to and in
  accordance with U.S. EPA regulations:
• Actively participates in resolving instances of noncompliance with state or federal laws by providing technical
  advice and other forms of compliance assistance:
• Develops and maintains knowledge of Illinois EPA programs and their relationship to FOS programs:
• Attends training courses and utilizes training resources to develop and maintain technical skill, water pollution
  control knowledge, and other work-related fields.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably with the scope of the duties enumerated
  above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires Knowledge, skills, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business
  organization related to the environmental field.

Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)

• Prefers at least (4) four years of experience in developing and/or implementing water pollution control policies and
  programs.
• Prefers at least (4) four years of experience in compliance, enforcement, inspection, or permitting of
  water pollution control facilities.
• Prefers at least (4) four years of experience applying State and Federal rules and regulations.
• Prefers at least (4) four years of experience in communicating with all levels of stakeholders in an organization, both
  internal and external.
• Prefers at least (2) years experience supervising personnel.
• Prefers the ability to analyze data logically and exercise sound judgment in defining and evaluating problems of an
  operational or procedural nature.
• Prefers the ability to utilize a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access and Excel software.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires a valid and current appropriate drivers’ license.
• As required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120, this position will be required to take (within 90 days of employment) and maintain
  working knowledge of (8-hour annual refresher) and/or certification to ensure position is up to date with laws, rules and
  regulations to maintain compliance with IL Department of Labor Occupational Safety Regulations: 24-hour OSHA
  HAZWOPER training.
• Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• 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.
• Requires ability to attend seminars, conference, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other
  industry related topics to the job duties.
• Requires ability to lift equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Requires the ability to operate field water testing and sampling equipment.
• Requires the ability to pass a name-based background check.
• 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) or may be subject to a fine.
  *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:  9511 W Harrison Street, Des Plaines, Illinois, 60016 
Agency Contact:  [[recruiterEmail]] 

Agency Contact: Chris Steinkruger
Email: [email protected]
Phone #: 217-558-1256

Posting Group: Environmental & Natural Resources; Leadership & Management

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 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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