ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION GEOLOGIST I

Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Closing Date/Time: 04/22/2022
Salary: $4,162 - $6,033 per month CBA language applies
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Peoria
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC063

Collective Bargaining Agreement language applies to this requisition:
We are currently transitioning away from a paper application process to an electronic application process. This position has not been transitioned. Please follow the directions below when applying to this position.

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CMS100/B Employment Application and all applicable documentation should be submitted to the Agency contact listed below.

Posting Identification #14179

40% 1. Receives instruction and guidance in routine reviews of groundwater monitoring plans and data for the Central Region/Peoria Office, Bureau of Land, Field Operations Section (FOS);

• Performs routine evaluations relative to geologic and hydrogeologic factors
• Investigations and inspections of hazardous and solid waste management and disposal facilities and remediation sites to evaluate operations with an emphasis on potential negative impacts to groundwater
• Collects groundwater, soil, and waste samples to substantiate violations and/or determine the extent of contamination
• Reviews and evaluates laboratory results
• Consult with facility owners and landfill operators regarding observed problems and assists with compliance issues
• Conducts thorough reviews of the regulated sites’ activities
• Determines regulated status
• Checks for compliance with the appropriate regulations
• Reviews project work to ensure work performed is in accordance to specifications, site safety plans, budget, and environmental goals contained in work plans
• Conducts activities that utilize safety equipment and performs rigorous physical activity to meet safety standards to comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120.
• Travels in performance of duties

30% 2. Receives training in assisting in interpreting and evaluating geologic, hydrogeologic, physical, and chemical data;

• Maintains and updates an accurate log of analytical results
• Prepares routine reports to document the results of investigations, inspections, sampling, and oversight monitoring.
• Utilizes a personal computer and GIS programs for preparing reports, electronic communication, and database entry.

10% 3. Receives training and guidance in performing routine reviews of work plans, remedial action plans, and other submittals;

• Consults with higher level staff regarding conclusions that lead to recommendations for enforcement actions, approval or denial of proposed and/or completed cleanup activities, approval or denial of permits and/or variances, and development of new or revised pollution control standards.
• Assists in conducting routine scientific field inspections/investigations of hazardous and solid waste management and disposal sites and remediation sites to determine regulated status and whether the site is in compliance with laws and regulations, as assigned.

10% 4. Receives training and guidance in review of information for new sites or for revisions of existing site operations regarding geologic and hydrogeologic data;

• Receives on-going training on relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the technical programs involved with field operation activities
• Assists with team projects
• Attends meetings and seminars.

05% 5. Attends, observes and participates in legal proceedings concerning findings of inspections and/or investigations;

• Corresponds with other State agencies, county health departments and local government units.
• Responds to routine public inquiries and assists with education concerning protection of groundwater resources.
• Attends meetings, webinars and other training events to improve skills.

05% 6. Performs other duties as assigned or required, which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

1. Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years college with a degree in geology, including at least one course in groundwater geology, hydrology, hydrogeology, soil physics, and/or soil chemistry.

2. Requires no previous experience.

1. Requires elementary knowledge of natural geologic processes (methods), procedures, and techniques.

2. Requires ability to prepare comprehensive written and oral reports.

3. Requires ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

4. Requires ability to profit from training received in the area of geologic investigations.

5. Requires ability to utilize a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

1. Requires a valid driver’s license

2. Requires the ability to travel

3. Requires ability to participate in the medical monitoring program

4. Requires ability to pass a physical examination, which is intended to determine whether a person can wear respiratory protection and function in high heat stress situations while wearing chemical protective clothing

5. Requires ability to wear a respirator or other form of respiratory protection

6. Requires ability to carry and utilize a self-contained breathing apparatus (weighing approximately 25 pounds).

7. Requires ability to wear chemical resistant clothing in high heat stress situations while performing strenuous physical tasks (e.g. carrying equipment up a steep ravine at a temperature up to 100F)

8. Requires ability to lift heavy equipment (e.g. 45 pounds)

9. Requires ability of hiking, climbing, wading in streams or getting in/out of boats or swimming in emergency situations to get to sites (as required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120).

10. This position will be required to complete (within 90 days of employment) and maintain working knowledge of (8-hour 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: 40-hour OSHA training.

Work Hours: 8:30AM - 5:00PM Monday to Friday
Work Location: 412 SW Washington St Peoria, IL 61602-1597
Agency Contact:

Jason Thoron

1021 North Grand Avenue East MC#37

PO Box 19276

Springfield, IL 62794-9276

(217)782-2074

Fax (217)524-6907

Submit via email to:

EPA.HR.JobApplications@Illinois.gov

Job Function: Sciences and Natural Resources

CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A SEPARATE BID FORM (as applicable) AND CMS-100/B FOR EACH POSTED VACANCY APPLIED FOR.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

DO NOT APPLY ONLINE.

Current State Employees:

• Seeking a Promotion – Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form and CMS-100B Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
  • Older versions of the CMS-100B will not be graded or returned to applicants.
  • Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100B (version dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.

• Seeking a Transfer – Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form, Transfer Request, and CMS-100 Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
  • A separate Bid form and Application is required for each Posting Identification#/Job Requisition ID # or your bid will be rejected.
  • Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100 version (dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.

• Seeking a Reduction - Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form and CMS-100 Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
  • A separate Bid form and Application is required for each Posting Identification#/Job Requisition ID # or your bid will be rejected.
  • Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100 (version dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.

Former State Employees:

• Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form and CMS-100 Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
  • A separate Bid form and Application is required for each Posting Identification#/Job Requisition ID # or your bid will be rejected.
  • Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100 (version dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.

Non-State Employees:

• Submit a CMS-100 Employment Application (version dated 9/2020 or after) and official college transcripts (where applicable) to the Agency Contact address listed above.
  • Documentation is required for each Posting/Bid ID or your application(s) will be rejected.
  • Failure to complete and submit the new CMS-100 version (dated 9/2020 or after) will result in your application being rejected.

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.

“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.”