45% 1. Receives training for six to twelve-months duration to gain knowledge in and assist in conducting scientific reviews of Site Remediation Program (SRP) reports submitted to the Illinois EPA from Remediation Applicants (RAs), consulting firms and other entities for the Remedial Project Management Unit (RPMU) B, Remedial Project Management Section (RPMS), Bureau of Land (BOL);
- Evaluating scientific reports for technical deficiencies, proper interpretation of analytical results, and compliance with regulations and remediation objectives
- Assisting in performing scientific calculations utilizing a personal computer, databases, spreadsheets or other software
- Preparing for close review, routine technical letters to document Illinois EPA decisions concerning the required reports of the SRP.
- Providing routine written communication to (RAs), consulting firms and other entities, via electronic mail or formal letters utilizing program templates, to assist in interpretation of SRP requirements, request extensions to review deadlines and help navigate changing project scopes of work
- Developing routine technical documents to present to Unit Managers and Section Manager providing information necessary for Managerial level decisions and evaluations
- Observing and assisting higher level staff with budgets associated with the Drycleaner Trust Fund activities to ensure costs are reasonable and consistent with the regulations by conducting reviews of cost reimbursement packages
(Job Responsibilities continued)
10% 3. Receives training to gain knowledge in assisting with the management of State or Federal funded investigations/cleanups through the utilization of Illinois EPA, US EPA or other State of Illinois contractors;
- Reviewing site histories
- Making recommendations regarding future actions
- Preparing applicable documentation regarding the expenditure of funds, access agreements, briefing memos and notices
- Preparing for and attending public meetings as necessary
- Overseeing work conducted by contractors
- Reviewing contractor invoices and entering cost information into Cost Tracking database
- Conducting procurement reviews and evaluations as necessary.
- Making recommendations for selection of contractors and consultants
(Job Responsibilities continued)
05% 5. Receives guidance in assisting higher level Illinois EPA staff with ensuring technical or program specific requirements for the Brownfields program are met;
- Reviewing sampling and analysis plans for Office of Site Evaluation (OSE) Targeted Brownfields Assessments (TBAs)
- Acting as Illinois EPA Brownfield representative when assisting Municipalities, Governmental entities or the public
- Coordinating State and Federal Brownfield activities on sites transitioning into the SRP.
- Making eligibility determinations for federal 104(k) grants and prepare acknowledgement letters
05% 6. Receives training and guidance in supporting the Remedial Project Management Section by staying involved with program updates, addressing public inquiries, participating and attending relevant trainings;
- Reviews and stays current with Illinois EPA and USEPA regulations and guidance to ensure remedial activities are performed to latest standards
- On a rotational basis with other Illinois EPA Staff, monitors phone messages from incoming calls to the Illinois EPA regarding remediation sites.
- Participates in rule making work groups and assists in updating outdated regulations for presentation to the Illinois Pollution Control Board.
- Attends conferences and seminars which may be held outside of the region
05% 7. 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.
Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)
- Prefers ability to prepare comprehensive written and oral reports;
- Prefers ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Prefers ability to profit from training received in designated area of state government
- Prefers ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees and Agency representatives.
- Prefers the ability to utilize a personal computer and knowledge of common Microsoft applications and software.
