ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ENGINEER IV

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

20h•$8,060 - $11,851•Hybrid

About The Position

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA), Deputy Bureau Chief/Bureau of Land, Permit Section, is seeking an Environmental Protection Engineer IV to serve as a Technical Expert and Working Supervisor for technical and professional staff in the RCRA Non-Hazardous Unit B. The position supports the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) non-hazardous waste program and its applicable regulations. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, adaptable in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, and able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. The position oversees engineering staff and directs, conducts, and coordinates complex technical engineering reviews and evaluations. It also provides specialized expertise concerning sites in the RCRA Subtitle D non-hazardous waste management programs and responds to complex written and oral inquiries. The employee attends webinars, conducts site visits, and participates in training to maintain professional knowledge of applicable regulations. The role is based at IEPA headquarters in Springfield, Illinois, with reporting to headquarters as operational needs require; the schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a one-hour lunch. A 37.5-hour workweek is stated. The position requires an engineering bachelor's degree or equivalent education, an Illinois professional engineer license, and four years of relevant professional engineering experience. A master's degree in engineering or business administration may substitute for two years of professional experience. The role requires a valid driver's license, travel (including overnight stays as appropriate), and overtime availability, including evenings and weekends. Other conditions include required OSHA training, a name-based background check, and applicable revolving-door restrictions.

Requirements

Education equivalent to four years of college with a bachelor's degree in engineering science or a closely related engineering specialty, including specified engineering disciplines and specialties.
Possession of an Illinois certificate as a registered licensed professional engineer.
Four years of professional engineering experience related to complex engineering problems; a master's degree in engineering or business administration may substitute for two years of professional experience.
Four years of experience interpreting and administering State and Federal regulations concerning RCRA, including 35 Ill. Adm. Code Parts Subtitle G.
Valid and current appropriate driver's license.
Ability to travel for work, including overnight stays as appropriate.
Ability to work overtime, including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime and evenings and weekends.
Ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training related to the job duties.
Complete required 24-hour OSHA training within 90 days of employment and maintain the required working knowledge and/or certification, including an eight-hour annual refresher as applicable.
Ability to pass a name-based background check.

Nice To Haves

At least four years of experience interpreting and administering State and Federal regulations related to RCRA, including 35 Ill. Adm. Code Parts Subtitle G.
Ability to supervise the activities of technical staff.
At least four years of experience explaining and interpreting environmental policies and regulations.
At least four years of experience consulting with and advising members of public and private organizations about applying engineering standards and procedures to the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of facilities and systems for controlling environmental conditions.
Four years of experience reviewing and evaluating engineering reports for completeness and accuracy of engineering detail.
Experience interpreting and administering State and Federal regulations.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with the public.
Ability to use a personal computer and Microsoft software.

Responsibilities

Serve as working supervisor to engineering staff in RCRA Non-Hazardous Unit B, Bureau of Land.
Direct, conduct, and coordinate highly complex technical engineering reviews and evaluations.
Serve as a working supervisor and specialized staff expert regarding sites in the RCRA Subtitle D non-hazardous waste management programs.
Respond to complex written and oral inquiries related to RCRA Non-Hazardous Unit B and associated matters.
Attend webinars, conduct site visits, and participate in training to expand professional knowledge of applicable regulations.
Perform other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the position.