Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Closing Date/Time: 12/15/2021
Salary: $3,709.00 - $5,199.00 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062
Collective Bargaining Agreement language applies to this requisition:
We are currently transitioning away from a paper application process to an electronic application process. This position has not been transitioned. Please follow the directions below when applying to this position.
DO NOT APPLY ONLINE
**DO NOT CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON**
CMS100/B Employment Application and all applicable documentation should be submitted to the Agency contact listed below.
Posting Identification #
9767
(For informational purposes only: Targeted title- Environmental Protection Specialist I Req # 9771)
Job Responsibilities
35% 1. Participates in an Agency sponsored training program up to twelve months in duration, receiving training and work assignments designed to develop knowledge and understanding and practical skills in performing beginning level professional duties and participating in routine reviews of grant and loan funded projects for the construction and rehabilitation of public water supply, wastewater and stormwater facilities for the State Revolving Fund (SRF) Unit, Infrastructure Financial Assistance Section, Bureau of Water;
- Coordinates and prepares written comments, correspondence, and documentation related to planning documents
- Prepares an environmental impact assessment and project summary documents for loan and grant applications for the proposed projects
20% 2. Receives training to gain knowledge in assisting with routine projects and activities related to the development of loan and grant programs, the prioritization of applications and all state and federal reporting requirements;
20% 3. Receives training in assisting applicants and/or their representatives in completing routine loan and grant applications and their documentation;
- Coordinates review of documents
- Maintains written and electronic records relating to documentation
- Prepares loan and grant offers for approval
(Job Responsibilities continued)
10% 4. Attends and participates in training activities to expand knowledge in the design, construction and operation of wastewater, stormwater and community water supply systems;
10% 5. Attends and participates in staff meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, and other activities which will provide meaningful learning experiences;
- Travels in performance of duties.
05% 6. Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires a bachelor's degree in some field of the life sciences.
- This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Requires ability to prepare comprehensive written and oral reports.
- Requires ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Requires ability to profit from training received in the designated area of state government.
- Requires ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees and agency representatives.
- Requires the ability to utilize a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel software.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires current and valid driver’s license.
- Requires the ability to travel.
Work Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Monday to Friday
Work Location: 1021 North Grand Ave. East
Agency Contact:
Jason Thoron
1021 North Grand Avenue East MC#37
PO Box 19276
Springfield, IL 62794-9276
(217)782-2074
Fax (217)524-6907
Submit via email to:
EPA.HR.JobApplications@Illinois.gov
Job Function: Sciences and Natural Resources
CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A SEPARATE BID FORM (as applicable) AND CMS-100/B FOR EACH POSTED VACANCY APPLIED FOR.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT APPLY ONLINE.
Current State Employees:
- Seeking a Promotion – Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form and CMS-100B Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
- Older versions of the CMS-100B will not be graded or returned to applicants.
- Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100B (version dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.
- Seeking a Transfer – Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form, Transfer Request, and CMS-100 Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
- A separate Bid form and Application is required for each Posting Identification#/Job Requisition ID # or your bid will be rejected.
- Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100 version (dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.
- Seeking a Reduction - Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form and CMS-100 Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
- A separate Bid form and Application is required for each Posting Identification#/Job Requisition ID # or your bid will be rejected.
- Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100 (version dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.
Former State Employees:
- Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form and CMS-100 Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
- A separate Bid form and Application is required for each Posting Identification#/Job Requisition ID # or your bid will be rejected.
- Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100 (version dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.
Non-State Employees:
- Submit a CMS-100 Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) and official college transcripts (where applicable) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
- Documentation is required for each Posting/Bid ID or your application(s) will be rejected.
- Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100 version (dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.
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.