SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR, OPT 9G (BUREAU OF LAND, PERMITS, GROUNDWATER UNIT MANAGER)
Springfield, IL, US, 62702
Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070
Skill Option: Special License - Registered Professional Geologist License
Bilingual Option: None
Closing Date/Time: 11/07/2024
Salary: $10,000.00 - $11,600.00 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None
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Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Environmental Protection Agency must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.
***Please upload a copy of your official/unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. ***
Note: The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency must verify and have proof of higher education and coursework (if applicable) for any degree earned before any offer can be extended.
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Posting Identification Number # 42281
Job Overview
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.
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is seeking a highly qualified individual with strong leadership skills to serve as a Senior Public Service Administrator, Option 9G who possesses a Professional Geologist License from the State of Illinois for the Bureau of Land Groundwater Unit. The successful candidate will manage the unit of professionals comprised of geologists charged with the administration of hydrogeological reviews required by the Bureau of Land Permit Section. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations, set priorities for their units, and ensure project reviews are completed within regulatory timeframes. We invite all qualified candidates to apply.
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
- Serves as the Groundwater Unit Manager/ Licensed Professional Geologist, administering the duties of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Units to facilitate accurate and consistent production within the Bureau of Land (BOL) Permit Section:
- Licensed Professional Geologist serves as a Groundwater Unit Manager for the Permit Section, Groundwater Hazardous/Non-Hazardous Units, planning, and directing the unit as a full-line supervisor to staff through Subordinate Manager(s).
- As Licensed Professional Geologist, performs various technical and scientific duties;
- Serves as, Groundwater Unit Manager:
- Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
- Requires a registered Illinois Professional Geologist license to be qualified for this position’s 9G Option.
- Requires prior experience equivalent to four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in environmental regulations and groundwater pollution control.
Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)
- Prefers at least (4) four years of experience in interpreting and evaluating complex technical hydrogeological reviews on issues of a highly sensitive and controversial nature utilized during permitting.
- Prefers Hydrogeology Modeling experience and ability to interpret and extrapolate hydrogeology modeling data for utilization in permitting decisions.
- Prefers at least (4) four years of experience in interpreting and applying state and federal laws and regulations pertinent to permitting.
- Prefers at least (4) four years of experience in evaluating program effectiveness and implementing changes to cover new programs and revisions in environmental regulations.
- Prefers at least (4) four years of experience supervising professional staff in an office setting.
- Prefers at least (4) four years of experience in communicating with all levels of stakeholders in an organization, both internal and external.
- Prefers at least (4) four years of experience in creating a presentation, speaking publicly, and formally representing an organization.
- Prefers at least (4) four years of experience serving as expert witness or testifying at Pollution Control Board or court hearings.
- 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
- As required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120, this position will be required to take (within 90 days of employment) and maintain working knowledge of (8 hr. annual refresher) and/or certification to ensure position is up to date with laws, rules, and regulations to maintain compliance with IL Department of Labor Occupational Safety Regulations:24 hour OSHA Training.
Work Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday
Work Location: 1021 North Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL 62702
Agency Contact: Chris Steinkruger
Email: Christopher.E.Steinkruger@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-558-1256
Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics; Environmental & Natural Resources
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.
The IEPA does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). To be considered for permanent IEPA employment, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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:
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield