SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRTOR, OPT 4 (GROUNDWATER SECTION MANAGER)

Job Requisition ID: 45524
 Closing Date/Time: 03/26/2025
​Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070 
Skill Option: Physical Sciences/Environment 
Bilingual Option: None 
Salary: $11,100.00-$12,480.00 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: TA000

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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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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.
 

 

Position Overview

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) is seeking a highly qualified individual with a strong background in the Illinois Environmental Protection Act and Illinois EPA programs to serve as a Senior Public Service Administrator, Option 4, for the Bureau of Water/Public Water Supply/Groundwater Section.

We invite all qualified candidates to apply. 

The benefits of working at the EPA 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). 

Essential Functions

• Serves as the Section Manager, directing the activities of the technical and professional staff for the Bureau of Water (BOW), Public Water Supplies (PWS), Groundwater (GW) Section, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA)
• Serves as a full-line supervisor to staff within GW programs.
• Performs and directs complex groundwater studies.
• Serves as a liaison to management steering committees.
• Serves as Liaison representing the Agency on matters involving water supplies.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above. 

Minimum Qualifications

•  Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college with coursework in geology, hydrogeology and groundwater modeling.
•  Requires (4) four years of progressively responsible admi