ENVIRONMENTAL INSPECTOR II (DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY) - SEIU 73

Cook County•Chicago, IL

1d•$34•Onsite

About The Position

Conducts preliminary environmental field inspections of industrial and commercial enterprises to ensure enforcement and compliance to the Environment and Sustainability Ordinance of Cook County. Monitors the environment (i.e. air, water, noise, and solid waste) in regard to ordinance violation. Observes, measures, and evaluates performance of stationary (fixed) and mobile (non-fixed) sources of pollutants to determine emission contaminants to the environment. Disseminates environmental information service to the general public relevant to the activities of the Department of Environment and Sustainability. Cites pollution violators and provides environmental information service to the general public. Completes training and obtains certification and licensing required to fulfill the required duties of the position. Work in the Field.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree AND Two (2) years of experience in environmental protection and consulting.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree AND Four (4) years of experience in environmental protection and consulting.
Possession of a High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate AND Six (6) years of experience in environmental protection and consulting.
Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance IS REQUIRED.
Ability to research, interpret, and explain environmental regulations, including those of Cook County, Illinois, and U.S. federal rules (including OSHA safety standards).
Knowledge of air pollution emissions, industrial processes (combustion), construction principles, and operation of pollution control devices.
Knowledge of portable monitoring devices and measurement tools used in environmental pollution control, and willingness/ability to wear required personal protective equipment (including respirators).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to conduct thorough field investigations and produce detailed, accurate written reports on environmental inspections.
Skill in attention to detail and strong observational skills to identify potential environmental hazards or violations.
Ability to work independently in diverse environments (industrial, construction, outdoor) and willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and evolving regulations.
This position requires moderate to extensive travel to work assignments throughout Cook County, for which the employee must provide his or her own adequate means of transportation.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Conducts preliminary environmental field inspections of industrial and commercial enterprises to ensure enforcement and compliance to the Environment and Sustainability Ordinance of Cook County.
Monitors the environment (i.e. air, water, noise, and solid waste) in regard to ordinance violation.
Observes, measures, and evaluates performance of stationary (fixed) and mobile (non-fixed) sources of pollutants to determine emission contaminants to the environment.
Disseminates environmental information service to the general public relevant to the activities of the Department of Environment and Sustainability.
Cites pollution violators and provides environmental information service to the general public.
Completes training and obtains certification and licensing required to fulfill the required duties of the position.