Life Sciences Career Trainee (Ump)
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$ 4412 - 5991
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:46571
Closing Date: 05/29/2025
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: 1
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 positionMUSTapply electronically through thewebsite. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through theSuccessFactorsemployee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 46571
Life Sciences Career Trainee
(For informational purposes only: Targeted title Environmental Protection Specialist I Req #46806)
***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.
Position Overview
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Bureau of Water (BOW) Watershed Management Section Nonpoint Source Unit is seeking to hire a Life Sciences 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 consistent with various professional life sciences career discipline. 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 EPA 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 managing state and federal watershed management/water quality grant programs and projects for the Nonpoint Source Unit of the Watershed Management Section (WMS) Bureau of Water (BOW).
- Receives training to gain knowledge in assisting higher level staff in the delivery of technical assistance to watershed planning committees local governments agricultural organizations and other organizations as appropriate regarding best management practices watersheds and nonpoint and point source water quality issues.
- Receives training observes and assists higher level staff with the development revision and updates of WMS programs and program documents as related to watersheds nonpoint and point source pollution and their relationship to other state and federal water quality programs.
- Receives training observes and assists higher level staff with the development and promotion of presentation and outreach materials (webpage content brochures factsheets maps etc.) relevant to the BOW WMS Programs.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties.
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 8 hours of college level coursework in conservation environmental science forestry limnology public administration urban studies and/or climate change.
- Prefers one (1) year of experience providing frontline client support to a diverse audience.
- Prefers ability to multitask and apply adaptive management to daily routine.
- Prefers ability to review and evaluate comprehensive written reports.
- Prefers experience in conducting environmental outreach and information activities including development and delivery of written and oral presentations.
- Prefers experience working with underserved communities and/or citizens ability to empathize with audience and translate Agency program information to audience for better community service.
- Prefers ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees and agency representatives.
- Prefers ability to utilize a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Word Excel Access and ArcGIS software
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a current and valid drivers license.
- Requires the ability to travel.
- Requires ability to pass a namebased background check.
Work Hours: 8:30 am 5:00 pm Monday Friday
Work Location: 2520 West Iles Avenue Springfield IL 62704
Agency Contact:Joe Mercier
Email: @
Phone #:
Posting Group:Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program. General Program information can be found by clicking on theUpward Mobility Programlink or for specific title information atUMP Title Descriptions. There are three categories of UMP titles: 1) certificate titles which require passing a written proficiency exam; 2) credential titles which require the possession of a specified college degree and/or licensure; and 3) dual titles for which a certificate may be earned by following either the certificate or credential pathway.
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
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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
