ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST IV

Job Requisition ID: 47939 
Closing Date: 07/13/2025
​Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Class Title: ENVIRON PROTECTION SPEC IV - 13824 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,787 monthly; Full Range $7,787 - $11,450 monthly.
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062
Merit Comp Code: 

 

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.

 

 

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), Division of Public Water Supplies, Compliance Assurance Section is seeking to hire an Environmental Protection Specialist 4 (Technical Expert/Working Supervisor).  This position will serve as a technical expert in conducting activities related to the public water supply operator and wastewater operator certification programs and compliance with State and Federal drinking water regulations, and will serve as a working supervisor in the Compliance Assurance Section.  The successful candidate will have experience independently working in a local government, state, federal, or private drinking water program.  As an EPS4, you will be providing consultation and technical support to Bureau staff in dealing with complex issues involving public water supply and wastewater operator certification rules and regulations.

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

• Conducts activities related to the public water supply operator and wastewater operator certification programs
  and compliance with State and Federal operator certification rules and regulations with the Drinking Water
  Compliance Section, Division of Public Water Supplies (DPWS), Bureau of Water (BOW);
• As specialized technical expert, provides consultation and technical support to Bureau staff in dealing with
  complex issues involving public water supply and wastewater operator certification rules and regulations.
• Assists, advises, and confers with public water supplies and wastewater treatment facilities and their
  consultants concerning State and Federal Operator certification rules and regulations;
• Serves as Working Supervisor for the Drinking Water Compliance Section, Division of Public Water Supplies
  (DPWS), Bureau of Water (BOW);
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated
  above.

 

Minimum Qualifications

•  Requires knowledg