SMALL BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSISTANCE ENGINEER

Job Requisition ID: 48688nClosing Date: 08/26/2025n​Agency: Department of Commerce and Economic OpportunitynClass Title: ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ENG I - 13791nSkill Option: UMP CredentialnBilingual Option: NonenSalary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,319 per month; Full Range $6,319 - $7,227 per monthnJob Type: SalariednCategory: Full TimenCounty: SangamonnNumber of Vacancies: 1nBargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCMEnMerit Comp Code:nnThis position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.nnAll 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.nnApplications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.nnPLEASE PROVIDE A COPY OF YOUR COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT FOR VERIFICATION OF COURSEWORK. OFFICIAL COPIES OF TRANSCRIPTS ARE NOT REQUIRED.nnWhy Work for Illinois?nnWorking 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.nnNo 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.nnPosition OverviewnnThe Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is seeking to hire a purpose-driven initiative-taking individual interested in assisting Illinois small businesses with understanding and complying with environmental regulations in the Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP) for the Office of Entrepreneurship, Innovation, & Technology (OEIT). In collaboration with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA), SBEAP supports small businesses by providing a variety of assistance, including one-on-one business assistance through a helpline, maintaining a website containing relevant tools and information, disseminating information pertaining to environmental regulations, and offering training. We invite qualified applicants to apply for the Small Business Environmental Assistance Engineer position, helping DCEO continue to provide top-notch customer service to Illinois small businesses.nnEssential FunctionsnnReceives training and guidance, primarily related to the Clean Air Act, to evaluate environmental regulatory requirements to provide technical compliance assistance primarily to small businesses.nAssist the unit manager in responding to requests for environmental regulatory assistance through the Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP) program’s helplines (phone or email).nAssist the unit manager in developing of environmental compliance assistance tools including but not limited to: Written tools: training materials, recordkeeping tools, fact sheets, guides, brochures, flyers, Spreadsheet tools: emission calculators, compliance calculators, recordkeeping tools, etc., and Online tools: utilities, calculators, new or enhanced webpages, etc.nAssist the unit manager in monitoring, reviewing, and analyzing state and federal environmental legislative and regulatory proposals as related to Illinois small businesses.nAssist the unit manager in meeting and coordinating with appropriate regulatory agencies, trade associations, or other industry groups as needed.nAssist the unit manager in participating in appropriate state, regional, and national workgroups or committees related to environmental assistance.nAssist the unit manager in providing consultation services to evaluate compliance with the Clean Air Act requirements for small business owners.nPerforms other duties as assigned or required, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.nnMinimum QualificationsnnRequires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with a bachelor’s degree in an engineering science. Typically, the subject matter would involve the type of coursework associated with environmental (sanitary, hydraulic, hydrology, and air pollution specialties), civil (sanitary, hydraulic, and hydrology specialties), general, industrial, mechanical, chemical, public health, electrical, acoustical or aeronautical engineering or engineering mechanics or a closely related engineering specialty.nnPreferred QualificationsnnPrefers three (3) years working with air regulatory compliance permitting, licensing and regulatory processes. Air regulatory experience related to State rules (415 ILCS 5 Environmental Protection Act, and Title 35 of the Illinois Administrative Code), and Federal rules (New Source Performance Standards (NSPS, 40 CFR Part 60) and National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP, 40 CFR Part 63) is emphasized.nPrefers four (4) years working with regulatory permitting, licensing, compliance and regulatory processes.nPrefers experience designing and implementing compliance assistance tools, such as air emission calculators, fact sheets, guides, recordkeeping tools, regulatory training material, etc.nPrefers intermediate-level experience in the utilization of spreadsheet software, document creation, email, and cloud-based platforms.nPrefers experience with basic webpage design (i.e., layout, function, aesthetics, etc.) and maintenance.nPrefers experience communicating (written or verbal) with the public or clients/constituents.nnConditions of EmploymentnnRequires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.nRequires appropriate, valid driver’s license.nRequires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.nnThe conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.nnAbout the AgencynnThe mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators, investing in communities, strengthening Illinois’ world-class workforce, fostering innovation, and ushering in the new clean energy economy, DCEO works to fortify Illinois’ reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live, work and do business.nnWork Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:30 AM - 5:00 PMnWork Location: 1020 South Spring Street; Springfield, IL 62704nAgency Contact: (FOR INQUIRIES ONLY - INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE)nnPosting Group: Environmental & Natural ResourcesnnThis title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.nnThis position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).nnAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSnnUse the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.nnIf you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.nnState 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.nnNon-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.nnIf you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:nnState employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job AidnnNon-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.nnThe 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: @SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com