ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ENGINEER I (UMP)

Job Requisition ID: 48847
Closing Date: 08/12/2025
​Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Class Title: ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ENG I - 13791
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,319 a month; Full Range $6,319 - $7,227 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
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.

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 Pollution Control, Field Operations Section, Northern Region Des Plaines Unit A is seeking to hire an Environmental Protection Engineer 1. This position performs beginning level professional duties related to the observation of, participation in, or conduction of, field inspections and investigations with other professional staff of pollution sources and environmental control systems in the Central Region Unit. The ideal candidate will assist a higher-level engineer in the investigation of the design, location, construction, maintenance, or inspection of public and private facilities relating to Air Pollution Control.

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). The work affords the individual opportunities to travel for site work and professional development while offering a healthy work-life balance. We invite all qualified candidates to apply.

Essential Functions

• Assists higher level engineers to gain knowledge and training in conducting routine plant site
  inspections/investigations and performing engineering analysis of industrial facilities for the
  Bureau of Air, Field Operations Section, Northern Region, Unit A;
• Assists higher level engineers with performing investigations of emergency situations and routine
  citizen complaints of air pollution;
• Assists in investigating/evaluating/supporting routine enforcement situations;
• Participates and observes higher level staff in meetings such as with elected officials, plant site
  representatives or any concerned citizens;
• 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, 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 the ability to utilize a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Access and
  Excel software.
• Prefers proficiency in engineering calculations and judgment.
• Prefers the ability to understand oral and written instructions.
• Prefers the ability to understand rules and regulations.
• Prefers the ability to prepare clear and concise written reports and correspondence.
• Prefers good organizational skills and decision-making abilities.
• Prefers good verbal communication skills.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to travel.
• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires ability to pass physical exam intended to determine if medically fit to wear respiratory
  protection and function in high heat stress situations while wearing chemical protective clothing per 29
  CFR 1910.12.
• Requires ability to lift heavy sampling equipment (e.g. 50 pounds).
• Requires the ability to pass a name-based background check.

Work Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday 
Work Location: 9511 W Harrison Street, Des Plaines, Illinois, 60016

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

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

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP) . General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles . To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission . UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

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.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use 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 Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com 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 career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – 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:

• [email protected]
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