Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 48179 
Closing Date: 07/16/2025
​Agency:  Environmental Protection Agency
Class Title: ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION GEOL I - 13801 
Skill Option:  None 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,148 a month; Full Range $5,148 - $7,227 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 3
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC063
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.

 

***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.

 

 

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), Deputy Bureau Chief/Bureau of Land (BOL), Permit Section, Groundwater Unit B is seeking Geologist 1 candidates to learn and develop the skills and knowledge required to perform variety of closely supervised geologic and hydrogeologic analysis pertaining to permit review of Groundwater Systems for the Bureau in accordance with regulations pertaining to Groundwater including but not limited to, 35 IAC, Subtitle F, Part 620 and 35 IAC, Subtitle G rules. The ideal candidates for these positions will be organized, detailed, and possess the ability to adapt to change in a collaborative, fast paced environment. The ideal candidates will also need to be able to communicate effectively verbally, electronically and in writing with both internal and external stakeholders.

 

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). We invite all qualified candidates to apply.

Essential Functions

• Observes and participates in training to develop expertise in geologic and hydrogeologic analysis pertaining to
  permit review of Groundwater Systems at Hazardous/Non-Hazardous Waste facilities for the Bureau of Land (BOL),
  Permit Section, Groundwater Unit B, in accordance with regulations pertaining to Groundwater including but not
  limited to, 35 IAC Subtitle G rules and 35 IAC Part 620;
• Assists with the development of technical reports, in accordance with regulations pertaining to Groundwater
  including but not limited to, 35 IAC Subtitle G rules and 35 IAC Part 620; incorporating geologic and hydrogeologic
  data, under the guidance of a higher-level geologist(s).
• Receives training, attends, observes, and participates in meetings, training, and continuing education;
• Observes higher-level staff and participates in the interpretation and evaluation of the groundwater permit
  application processes;
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated
  above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in geology, including at least 12 – 16 semester credit hours in groundwater geology,
  hydrology, hydrogeology, soil physics, and/or soil chemistry.

Requires no previous experience.

Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)

• Prefers elementary knowledge of natural geologic processes (methods), procedures, and techniques.
• 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 the area of geologic investigations.
• Prefers the ability to utilize a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access software.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires a 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.
• 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) or may be subject to a fine.

 

*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

  Work Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday
Work Location: 2520 West Iles Avenue Springfield, IL 62704

Agency Contact:  Chris Steinkruger
Email: Christopher.E.Steinkruger@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-558-1256

Posting Group: Environmental & Natural Resources; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

 

This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

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.

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

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:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Local area, Immediate start, H1b, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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