Illinois Environmental Protection Agency

Smoke School is right around the corner! Get certified in evaluating visible emissions. ?? Classes run April 9-10, with an initial certification lecture on April 8 for newcomers. ?? Register by April 4 to secure your spot! ?? Sign up today: https://bit.ly/3QVvHeW

Illinois EPA is hiring a Spanish-English Environmental Protection Specialist I in the Bureau of Land (BOL), Field Operations Section. This role involves conducting inspections, investigations, and analyses related to hazardous and solid waste management and remediation sites in the Northern Region. This position is located in Des Plaines. Candidates should have a degree in physical, life, or environmental sciences, along with either one year of professional experience in pollution abatement or a related field, or completion of an agency-approved training program. Alternatively, a master’s degree with relevant coursework is also acceptable. Applicants must be able to communicate effectively in Spanish. ?? For more details and to apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/ggQncAFs

Illinois EPA is hiring a Spanish-English Bilingual Life Sciences Career Trainee in the Bureau of Land (BOL) Field Operations Section! This position involves conducting field inspections and investigations of hazardous waste facilities and remediation sites. This position is located in Des Plaines. Candidates must have completed four years of college with coursework in physical, life, or environmental sciences and be able to communicate effectively in Spanish. ?? For more information and to apply: https://lnkd.in/gQUeNvcw

Illinois EPA is hiring a Spanish-English Bilingual Environmental Protection Engineer I in the Bureau of Water (BOW) Field Operation Section. This role assists with inspections, complaint investigations, and enforcement support for wastewater, stormwater, and other water pollution control facilities. This position is located in Des Plaines. Candidates must have a relevant engineering degree and be able to communicate effectively in Spanish. ?? For more information and to apply: https://lnkd.in/g6X_2vej

Happy Employee Appreciation Day! Thank you to our incredible team at Illinois EPA for your dedication and hard work help protect Illinois' air, land, and water. Your commitment to environmental protection is appreciated today and every day! ??

Important updates about PFAS and lead service lines were shared at the Illinois Municipal League Attorneys Seminar. Experts from Illinois Environmental Protection Agency - Tatum DeMay, Adam Nutt and Michael Roubitchek - provided key insights on regulatory compliance and municipal impacts. Access session materials at iml.org/seminar.

Illinois EPA REALLY wants you! Join our team to protect Illinois’ air, land, and water while enjoying great benefits, hours, and career opportunities. Check out our job openings: https://lnkd.in/ggx4bBBU

Join Illinois EPA’s Bureau of Water, Division of Water Pollution Control, Permit Section! ?? ? We're hiring a Senior Public Service Administrator to serve as the Non-Municipal & Mine Permits Unit Manager. This role oversees permitting activities, ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, and develops policies for non-municipal and mine-related water permits. ? The selected candidate will supervise staff, review permit applications, and collaborate with stakeholders to protect water quality. ? ?? Location: Springfield, Illinois ?? Apply by: March 16 ? For more information and to apply: https://lnkd.in/gC5zszx5

?? High school and college students! Looking for hands-on experience this summer while gaining valuable skills? Illinois EPA is hiring multiple Student Workers in Springfield! This is a fantastic opportunity to gain real-world experience, build your resume, and contribute to meaningful projects in Illinois. If you're eager to learn and make an impact, we encourage you to apply! ?? Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gDZjvnXt

?? Illinois EPA is still looking for multiple attorneys to join our Springfield office in Technical Advisor II positions! If you missed the original deadline, now’s your chance—the application period has been extended to March 11, 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference—learn more about the positions and apply today! ?? https://lnkd.in/gMJEw2Zr ?? https://lnkd.in/gYduJX5t