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$ 4412 - 5991
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:46619
Closing Date: 05/07/2025
Agency:Environmental Protection Agency
Class Title:LIFE SCIENCE CAREER TRAINEE 23600
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4412 monthly; Full Range $4412 $5991 monthly.
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 2
Bargaining Unit Code:RC062
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
Life Sciences Career Trainee
(For informational purposes only: Targeted title Environmental Protection Specialist I Req # 46620
***Please upload a copy of your official/unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned and a copy of any applicable professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. ***
Note: The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency must verify and have proof of higher education and coursework (if applicable) for any degree earned before any offer can be extended.
*Answer all questions thoroughlyDO NOT STATE SEE RESUME*
Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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 toptier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Job Overview
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Bureau of Water (BOW) Infrastructure Financial Assistance Section PreConstruction Unit is seeking to hire Life Science Career Trainee (Option E). The ideal candidate will participate in the agency sponsored training program for a six to twelve months duration. This trainee position receives working assignments designed to develop knowledge understanding and practical skills consonant with various professional life sciences career disciplines within the PreConstruction Unit. As a LSCT you will receive controlled assignments in a broad range of departmental activities with increasing difficulty and responsibility.
The benefits of working at the IEPA include a 37 hour work week a generous salary and benefits package (paid time off for vacation sick or personal leave holidays) pension and other retirement benefits tuition reimbursement and insurance eligibility on day one (medical dental vision and life). We invite all qualified candidates to apply.
Essential Functions
- Receives training for a period of six to twelve months duration to gain knowledge in work assignments designed to
develop knowledge understanding and practical skills consonant with working as a Project Manager of grant and
loan funded projects for the construction and rehabilitation of public water supply and wastewater systems for the
PreConstruction Unit B Infrastructure Financial Assistant Section in the Bureau of Water (BOW); - Receives training to assist loan and grant applicants with completing loan and grant application documents;
- Participates in training activities to assist in special projects in general support of the loan and grant assistance
programs; - Attends and participates in staff meetings conferences and other activities which will provide a meaningful
learning experience. - Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated
above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires a bachelors degree in some field of the life sciences.
- This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)
- Prefers ability to prepare comprehensive written and oral reports.
- Prefers ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Prefers ability to profit from training received in the designated area of state government.
- Prefers ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees and agency
representatives.
- Prefers the ability to utilize a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel software.
- Prefers the ability to communicate on a daily basis by telephone and email with loan applicants and their consulting
engineering representatives.
- Prefers basic math skill including knowledge of percentages fractions and prorations.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a current and valid drivers license.
- Requires the ability to travel.
- Requires the ability to pass a namebased background check.
*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours:8:30 am 5:00 pm Monday Friday
Work Location:2520 West Iles Avenue Springfield IL 62704
Agency Contact:Chris Steinkruger
Email:
Phone #:
Posting Group:Environmental & Natural Resources; Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics
This 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 Title Descriptions.To exercise contractual rights for this position employees must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submitting their application.
This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
Agency Statement:The mission of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is to safeguard environmental quality consistent with the social and economic needs of the State of Illinois so as to protect health welfare property and the quality of life. IEPA works to safeguard the states natural resources from pollution to provide a healthy environment for its citizens. By partnering with businesses local governments and citizens IEPA is dedicated to continued protection of the air we breathe and our water and land resources.
The IEPA does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B visa status). To be considered for permanent IEPA employment applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of in the blue ribbon.
NonState employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to thecareer portalfor State employees and review theInternal Candidate Application Job Aid
NonState employees: click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
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Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
