ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST IV

Job Requisition ID: 51374

Closing Date: 12/01/2025

Agency: Environmental Protection Agency

Class Title: ENVIRON PROTECTION SPEC IV - 13824

Skill Option: None

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,787 a month; Full Range $7,787 - $11,450 a month

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Cook

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, 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.

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 Air (BOA), Air Quality Planning Section (AQPS), Monitoring Operations/Regional Unit is seeking to hire an Environmental Protection Specialist IV (EPS IV). This position serves as the Working Supervisor to staff engaged in technical and scientific air monitoring activities. The ideal candidate for this position will be organized, and detail oriented and will 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 Working Supervisor to field staff engaged in technical and scientific air monitoring activities including:
  inspections/evaluations of air monitoring sites, installation and collection of sample filters, analysis and maintenance
  of air monitoring equipment for Central, Northern and Southern Regional/Monitoring Operations Unit, Air Quality
  Planning Section, Air Pollution Control Division, Bureau of Air;
• Conducts highly complex technical and scientific analysis and maintenance of air monitoring equipment;
• Prepares work plans, standard operating procedures, reports, and literature surveys to aid in the development and
  use of new air monitoring analytical and sampling methodologies;
• Serves as specialized staff expert;
• Serves as liaison and provides technical assistance to local agencies, volunteer operators, and contractors;
• 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 the completion of four years college with coursework in
  the physical, life, or environmental sciences, engineering, or geology.
• Requires four years of professional experience in the field of environmental protection or a related field.

Specialized Skills (Used for certain BU Employees only)

• Requires two years’ experience in analyzing and interpreting complex technical/scientific data associated with ambient air
  monitoring devices and associated equipment and requirements.
• Requires two years’ experience applying state and federal laws, rules, and regulations related to ambient air monitoring.
• Requires two years of experience in operating and maintaining ambient air monitoring devices.
• Requires two years’ experience analyzing complex issues, diagnosing and troubleshooting ambient air monitoring device
  problems, and developing appropriate solutions.

Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)

• Prefers two years’ experience in analyzing and interpreting complex technical/scientific data associated with ambient air
  monitoring devices and associated equipment and requirements.
• Prefers two years’ experience applying state and federal laws, rules, and regulations related to ambient air monitoring.
• Prefers two years’ experience of operating and maintaining ambient air monitoring devices.
• Prefers two years’ experience analyzing complex issues, diagnosing and troubleshooting ambient air monitoring device
  problems, and developing appropriate solutions.
• Prefers extensive knowledge of modern inspectional and investigative techniques and procedures.
• Prefers ability to prepare detailed and comprehensive reports of complex and sensitive field inspection and/or
  investigations.
• Prefers ability to establish and maintain liaison with municipal officials, facility owners and operators, plant managers, or
  their representatives, and agency professional staff.
• Prefers the ability to utilize a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel software.
• Prefers coursework (18 – 20 semester hours) in Chemistry, Biology, or Physics

Conditions of Employment

• This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work
  involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• 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.
• 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: 9511 Harrison St, Des Plaines, Illinois, 60016

Agency Contact: Chris Steinkruger

Email: [email protected]

Phone #: 217-558-1256

Posting Group: Environmental & Natural Resources; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

This position [DOES] 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.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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