METHODS&PROCEDURES ADVISOR I, Springfield

Methods&Procedures Advisor I

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome. The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents→ Additional Documents section for each application. Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant's wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant's wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Bureau of Water (BOW), Division of Water Pollution Control (WPC), Permit Section, Industrial Unit, 401 / Mines Sub-Unit is seeking to hire a Methods&Procedures Advisor I to perform routine technical studies and research functions relative to the development, analysis and revision of methods of operation, and techniques and procedures utilized in specific phases of the operation in the 401 / Mines Sub-Unit. This position will assist with larger, more complex studies of methods and procedures. The ideal candidate for this position will be organized, detailed, and possess the ability to adapt to change in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will also need to be able to communicate effectively verbally, electronically and in writing with both internal and external stakeholders.The benefits of working at the EPA include a 37½ 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).Essential Functions

Designs and performs routine studies in methods and procedures for water pollution control programs Develops, revises, and documents the methods and procedures used to catalog Unit workflow data Performs research, analysis, and procedural evaluation for the federal Clean Water Act Section 401 water quality certification programReceives and provides response to inquiries from coregulators, the regulated community and the public concerning matters related to Unit methods, procedures, and regulatory programs Develops training materials, methods, and procedures for staff assigned to the Administrative Support Unit for the Division of Water Pollution ControlPerforms other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above Minimum Qualifications

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, with courses in public administration, accounting, industrial relations, prelegal or personnel management. Requires one-year professional experience in public administration, business management, or accounting. Requires one year of experience implementing a state water quality certification program pursuant to federal CWA Section 401 under the 2020 CWA Section 401 Certification Rule. Requires one year of experience utilizing a dredge and fill certification application database.Preferred Qualifications

Prefers one year of experience implementing a federal or state water quality certification program pursuant to federal CWA Section 401 under the 2020 CWA Section 401 Certification Rule. Prefers one year of experience using a database to manage environmental permit applications. Prefers one year of experience developing or revising standard operating procedures for a regulatory program. Prefers one year of experience analyzing or evaluating program workflow methods and procedures. Prefers one year of experience working with federal or state environmental regulations (e.g., Clean Water Act, NPDES, RCRA). Prefers working experience with methods and procedures and of administrative programs, policies, and objectives. Prefers ability to exercise sound judgment in appraising and evaluating problems of an operational and procedural nature. Prefers ability to organize and present material effectively either orally or in writing. Prefers elementary knowledge of pertinent state and federal laws, rules and regulations.Conditions of Employment

Requires a current and valid driver's license. Requires the ability to travel. Requires the ability to pass a name-based background check. Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends. 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.Work Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday 1 hr lunch Headquarter Location: 2520 W Iles Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62704 Work County: Sangamon Agency Contact: Chris Steinkruger Email: Phone #: 217-558-1256