PLUMBING INSPECTOR - State of Illinois : Job Details

Agency: Department of Public Health

Office: Office of Health Protection

Division: Environmental Health

Posting ID: 53-24-0148 & 53-24-0166 / 41366

Posted: 09/18/2024 - 10/02/2024

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,301; Full Range $6,301 - $8,844/month

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Cook

Number of Vacancies: 2

Plan/BU: RC029

A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees

earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your

application. Please note that the Department of Public Health must verify proof of higher education for

any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the

position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

Posting Identification Number:

53-24-0148 & 53-24-0166 / 41366

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as Regional Plumbing Inspector. Performs highly technical work as a Plumbing Inspector in planning, directing, and coordinating regulation and enforcement of the Illinois Plumbing Code.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

* Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)

* Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.

* Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System

* Deferred Compensation Program - voluntary supplemental retirement plan

* Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)

* 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)

* 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year

* 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)

* 13-14 paid holidays per year

* 12 weeks of paid parental leave

* Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link:

Essential Functions

* Travels to perform detailed public health inspections and investigations of private and commercial properties to assure plumbing is installed by licensed plumbers and is installed in compliance with applicable plumbing laws and regulations

* Conduct enforcement activities, as it relates to the Illinois Plumbing Code.

* Confers with owners, managers, operators, employees and the general public, explaining deficiencies and sanitation practices.

* Prepares complex, detailed technical reports of field inspections and investigations.

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

Minimum Qualifications

* Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of high school.

* Requires possession of a valid Illinois plumber's license with at least seven years of experience as a plumber.

* Requires successfully passing the Department of Public Health's examination for certification as a Plumbing Inspector within six months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

* Two (2) years of experience performing detailed public health inspections and investigations of private and commercial properties to assure plumbing is installed in compliance with applicable plumbing laws and regulations.

* Seven (7) years of experience using the tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices of the Plumbing trade.

* Two (2) years of experience preparing and/or reviewing evidence for court proceedings and providing testimony.

* One (1) year of experience providing presentations on regulatory requirements to various entities.

* One (1) year of experience preparing complex, detailed technical reports of plumbing inspections or investigations.

* Four (4) years of experience applying working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and mathematics.

* Seven (7) years of experience communicating effectively both verbally and written form with the public and regulators.

* One (1) year of experience with Microsoft software products including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Conditions of Employment

* Requires the ability to travel extensively within the state.

* Requires a current and valid driver's license.

* Requires the ability to lift 50 lbs.

* Requires ability to climb stairs or ladders, access crawl spaces; utility tunnels and other restricted access areas.

* Requires ability to negotiate construction sites in a safe manner, including wearing site-specific required personal protective equipment

Agency Marketing Statement

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,200 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.

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

Work Location: 3 Westbrook Corporate Center, Westchester IL 60154

Email: [email protected]

Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support

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) or may be subject to a fine.

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:

[email protected]

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Nearest Major Market: Chicago