ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST I - State of Illinois : Job Details

Agency: Environmental Protection Agency

Class Title: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPEC I - 13768

Skill Option: None

Bilingual Option: None

Closing Date/Time: 11/14/2024

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4,766 monthly; Full Range $4,766 - $6,632 monthly.

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Sangamon

Number of Vacancies: 1

Plan/BU: RC062

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.

Posting Identification Number 42513

Environmental Health Specialist I

* 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.

* Answer all questions thoroughly-DO NOT STATE SEE RESUME*

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 (EPA), Associate Director's Office, Office of Toxicity Assessment is seeking to hire an Environmental Health Specialist I. This position will evaluate human health and ecological risk from exposure to hazardous substances by calculating soil and groundwater remediation goals and standards. The position will also advise Illinois EPA staff of advances in scientific literature and changes to federal policy or guidance regarding hazardous substances and the mathematical models used to estimate risk levels. The ideal candidate will have experience in risk assessment and toxicology with coursework in environmental science and public health.

The benefits of working at the EPA include a 37 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, human health and ecological risk assessments for chemical exposures from hazardous waste sites or other potentially hazardous exposure conditions for the Office of Toxicity Assessment (TOX), Associate Director's Office (ADO).

* Observes and assists in the review of environmental and biological sampling from other sources to determine contamination and relative degree of hazard.

* Assists in preparing fact sheets, special studies, consultation, and projects.

* Observes, assists, and participates in community involvement activities at hazardous waste site areas and other areas where contamination is of concern to a community statewide.

* Attends professional meetings and training to expand job knowledge and skills appropriate to program areas.

* Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties.

Minimum Qualifications

* Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college with a minimum of 30 semester hours in the physical and/or biological sciences.

Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)

* Prefers elementary knowledge of biology, chemistry, microbiology, and toxicology as they relate to environmental health and safety.

* Prefers elementary knowledge of epidemiology and the relationship of environmental conditions to the spread of disease.

* Prefers elementary knowledge of general environmental health sanitation principles and practices.

* Prefers elementary knowledge of field sampling and equipment testing techniques.

* Prefers the ability to learn related field investigative techniques.

* Prefers the ability to prepare routine reports, correspondence, and activity logs.

* Prefers the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

* Prefers the ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with coworkers and the general public.

* Prefers the ability to utilize a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access software.

Employment Conditions

* Requires the ability to travel.

* Requires a valid driver's license.

* Requires the ability to pass a name-based background check.

Work Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday

Work Location: 1021 North Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL 62702

Agency Contact: Joe Mercier

Email: [email protected]

Phone #: 217-###-####

Posting Group: Health Services

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

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.

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Nearest Major Market: Springfield