Environmental Engineer I

2d2 days ago

State of Illinois

Springfield, US · Full-time · $63,936 – $89,760

About this role

The Illinois Department of Public Health seeks a motivated Environmental Engineer I to support environmental health initiatives. This role operates within the Health Protection office and Environmental Health division. Responsibilities focus on regulatory enforcement for public recreational facilities.

Daily tasks include performing detailed engineering surveys and reviewing assessments independently. The engineer assists with technical reviews and directs enforcement of laws. These efforts ensure safe and sanitary conditions at swimming pools, recreation areas, and bathing beaches.

Non-routine investigations respond to complaints about contamination or illness outbreaks. The position requires planning and directing regulatory actions in the field. Union provisions from the collective bargaining agreement apply to this salaried role.

State employment offers flexible work schedules where available and robust benefits. Employees access group insurance plans along with pension and deferred compensation programs. Career advancement opportunities exist within the Department of Public Health structure.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering or closely related field
Knowledge of environmental health laws and sanitary regulations
Ability to conduct independent engineering surveys and assessments
Skill in planning and directing regulatory enforcement actions
Capability to perform non-routine field investigations

Responsibilities

Independently perform detailed engineering surveys
Review assessments for swimming pools, recreation areas, and bathing beaches
Assist in technical review, planning, and directing enforcement of laws and regulations
Provide safe and sanitary conditions for swimming pools, recreation areas, and bathing beaches
Conduct non-routine investigations in response to complaints, contamination or illness

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid work schedules available in many program areas
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