Environmental Protection Engineer IV

State of Illinois•Springfield, MO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA), Deputy Bureau Chief/Bureau of Land, Permit Section, is hiring 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 provides technical expertise and supervision for work involving Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D non-hazardous waste management programs and applicable regulations. The agency seeks an organized, detail-oriented candidate who adapts well in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders. The role has a 37½-hour work week, with scheduled hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, including a one-hour lunch. The position is based at IEPA headquarters in Springfield, Illinois; reporting to headquarters is required as operational needs dictate, potentially weekly, monthly, or on another schedule. Travel, including overnight stays as appropriate, is required. Overtime may be scheduled, unscheduled, or mandated and may include evenings and weekends. The anticipated starting salary is $8,060 per month, with a full range of $8,060 to $11,851 per month. Benefits include paid vacation, sick and personal leave, holidays, pension and other retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement, and medical, dental, vision, and life insurance eligibility on the first day.

Requirements

Education equivalent to four years of college and a bachelor's degree in engineering science or a closely related engineering specialty.
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 pertaining to 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 evenings and weekends, as required.
Ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training.
Ability to complete 24-hour OSHA training within 90 days of employment and maintain the required annual eight-hour refresher training and working knowledge or certification.
Ability to pass a name-based background check.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the State does not provide employment visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Nice To Haves

Ability to supervise the activities of a 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 on engineering standards and procedures for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of facilities and systems that control environmental conditions.
Four years of experience reviewing and evaluating engineering reports for completeness and accuracy of engineering detail.
At least four years of experience interpreting and administering state and federal regulations.
Ability to develop and maintain effective public working relationships.
Ability to use a personal computer and Microsoft software.

Responsibilities

Serve as Working Supervisor to the engineering staff in RCRA Non-Hazardous Unit B, Bureau of Land.
Direct, conduct, and coordinate highly complex and technical engineering reviews and evaluations.
Serve as the working supervisor and specialized staff expert on 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 that are reasonably within the scope of the position.