ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST (TECHNICAL MANAGER V)
Springfield, IL, US, 62764
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position TItle: Technical Manager V
Closing Date/Time: 10/15/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $6,519 Monthly; Full Range: $6,519 - $10,831 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: NR916 ProTech Teamsters
*This position is covered by the Revolving Door Prohibition Policy.
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.
Posting Identification Number REQ#41759 - IPR#47362
Position Overview
This position is accountable for providing highly specialized environmental compliance expertise department-wide with the primary focus on developing and implementing the department’s Environmental Management System (EMS). This position is the department’s technical and regulatory expert providing leadership for development, maintenance, advocacy, education, and training for systematic improvements in pollution prevention and chemical waste reduction. This includes development and implementation of associated policy, procedures, best management practices (BMP) and quick reference guides (QRG), knowing and communicating relevant laws and regulations, and offering technical assistance, training, and coordination of effective corrective actions for findings documented in the department’s Environmental Management Information System (EMIS) web application and Environmental Compliance Assessment (ECA) inspections so that compliance concerns are adequately addressed and uniformly applied throughout the department.
Essential Functions
- Directs and implements the department’s EMS program to drive toward and achieve compliance with applicable federal and state regulations related to pollution prevention and chemical waste reduction.
- Actively uses and maintains the web based EMIS. Ensures ECAs are conducted regularly on all facilities and environmental compliance policy and best practice documents are prepared, maintained, and accessible.
- Prepares and updates as necessary departmental policy D&E-30 and its associated EMS manuals and supports the CBO with maintaining departmental policy OPER-04.
- Develops and implements environmental compliance BMPs, QRGs, and training materials consistent with departmental policies in coordination with the BDE, OSHU, and OCC.
- Maintains and updates the department’s EMS SharePoint site in conjunction with the CBO, maintains the EMS program shared email account, and maintains the shared email account for chemical spill and dumping situations.
- Supports the CBO and other bureaus as needed to review and provide expert input on environmental compliance related topics in other procedures, guides, and manuals.
- Provides expertise to the CBO for administering the department’s waste disposal contracts and chemical spills program.
- Monitors and tracks various environmental and compliance permits and regulatory agency notifications.
- Develops and conducts training for the CBO for a variety of environmental compliance topics.
- Performs all duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree majoring in chemistry, geochemistry, geology, hydrogeology, physics, geophysics, geoscience, geography, earth science, soil science, environmental science, environmental geology, environmental studies, environmental policy, environmental health, public health, toxicology, or biology PLUS three years of experience with environmental compliance techniques and audits for industrial and/or governmental operations; OR Eleven years of experience with environmental compliance techniques and audits for industrial and/or governmental operations.
Preferred Qualifications
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training certificate, per 29CFR 1910.120 or within 3 months of hire date.
• Certification in one or more of the following, or other applicable credentials:
- Registered Environmental Manager
- Registered Environmental Professional
- Registered Environmental Property Assessor
- Certified Environmental Auditor
- Registered Industrial Hygiene Professional
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager
• Continuing education related to environmental compliance, pollution prevention, and chemical waste reduction.
• Extensive knowledge of the United States and Illinois environmental and pollution control laws, statues, and rules demonstrated by education, training, and practical specific experience.
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Access.
• Experience with records and data management, and geographic information system (GIS).
• Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated record of critical thinking, analysis, and interpretation of complex environmental issues.
• Strong organizational skills managing large amounts of environmental data and information.
Conditions of Employment
- The Conditions of Employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description
- Requires a valid driver’s license.
- Occasional statewide travel with overnight stays.
- Successful completion of a background screening.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire an Environmental Compliance Specialist.
The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois.
Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.
The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling).
- Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Pension Plan
- (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
- Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually.
- New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually.
- Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually.
- (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.
Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday
Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL 62764-0001
Work Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation, Bureau of Design & Environment
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation ; Environmental & Natural Resources; Leadership & Management; Public Safety
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.
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