ENV PROT ENGINEER I

Job Requisition ID: 58660 Opening Date: 09/09/2026 Closing Date: 09/23/2026 Agency: Environmental Protection Agency Class Title: ENV PROT ENGINEER I (13791) Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,540 monthly; Full Range $6,540 - $7,480 monthly. Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time 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: Work Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday 1 hr lunch Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 4 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs Headquarter Location: 9511 Harrison St, Des Plaines, Illinois, 60016 Work County: Cook Agency Contact: Christopher Steinkruger Phone # : 217-558-1256 Email: 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 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. 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 Water (BOW), Water Pollution Control, Permit, Municipal C Unit is seeking to hire an Environmental Protection Engineer 1. This position performs a variety of closely supervised functions that are designed to provide a basic introduction to, and training related to, the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System and State construction and operating permit applications for the Permit Municipal Unit. The ideal candidate will assist a higher-level engineer working with municipal, consulting, construction engineering, and technical personnel in the design, construction, location, maintenance, and operation or improvement of water pollution control facilities in the Permit Municipal Unit. 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 Assists higher-level staff to gain knowledge and training in performing a variety of routine engineering functions as necessary to support municipal wastewater permitting programs in the Municipal Unit C, Permit Section, Division of Water Pollution Control, Bureau of Water; Assists higher level staff in the timely review of State construction and operating permit applications for routine municipal treatment facilities, sanitary sewers, force mains, lift stations, land application of sludge, and spray irrigation of municipal wastewaters; Participates and observes higher level staff in meetings, public hearings, and/or discussions with applicants, consulting engineers, other Agency staff, United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) staff, other State and Federal Agencies or the public; Maintains records related to permit programs; Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonable 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 knowledge of wastewater pollution and best management practices. Prefers knowledge of State and federal laws, rules and regulations related to wastewater discharges. Prefers ability to establish and maintain working relationships with municipal officials, facility operators and owners, plant managers, or their representatives and the public. Prefers the ability to review comprehensive, technical, and scientific reports. Prefers the ability to utilize a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access software. Conditions of Employment Requires a current and valid driver’s license. Requires the ability to travel. Requires the ability to pass a name-based background check. 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. *All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. 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 homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the 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 – 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: