ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL ENGINEER II (DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY) SEIU 73

Cook County Government; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking government agency as an Environmental Control Engineer II, where you will play a vital role in safeguarding the environment. In this full-time position, you will conduct thorough inspections of industrial processes, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and county regulations. Your expertise will be essential in analyzing emissions and providing technical assistance to the public. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on environmental protection while working within a supportive team. If you are passionate about sustainability and have a strong background in engineering, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career while contributing to the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and 4 years of experience required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental pollution inspections of industrial processes.
• Ensure compliance with environmental protection laws.

Skills

Environmental Protection Regulations

Technical Diagram Interpretation

Engineering Principles Application

Communication Skills

Analytical Report Writing

Pollution Control Measurement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Policy

Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources

Tools

Handheld Scientific Calculator

Computer Equipment

Portable Monitors

Job description

Job Description - ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL ENGINEER II (DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY) SEIU 73 (00136106)

Requisition ID

: 00136106

Job Posting

: Jan 23, 2025, 6:15:54 PM

Closing Date

: Feb 14, 2025, 5:59:00 AM

Full-time Shift Start Time: 8:30 A.M. Shift End Time: 4:30 P.M.

SEIU 73 HWY SPECIAL Posting Salary: $36.992 Hourly

Organization

: Offices Under the President

Work Locations

: County Building: 118 N. Clark, Cook County Offices Under The President

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Manager of Air Inspection Division and the Deputy Director, conducts on-site preliminary and comprehensive environmental engineering pollution inspections of major industrial processes and commercial enterprises. Ensures enforcement and compliance of Federal, State and County environmental protection laws. Examines operational performance of industrial process, combustion and incineration equipment as to emitting atmospheric pollutants. Performs complex engineering calculations relevant to industrial and commercial emissions; analyzes engineering data relevant to industrial process, combustion, and incineration impact upon the environment. Makes technical diagrams, drawings, and sketches of industrial process, combustion, incineration, and control equipment layouts. Cites pollution violators and provides technical environmental assistance to the general public. Assists with the training of new environmental control engineer personnel relative to the policies and procedures of the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Industrial Technology; Public Health; Environmental Planning; Environmental Policy; Environmental Health; Environmental Management; Science; or Natural Resources.
• Four (4) years’ full-time professional work experience implementing environmental programs, environmental pollution control engineering programs or environmental compliance inspection programs.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and current proof of insurance.

This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process.

Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Ability to understand, apply and communicate Federal, State, and County laws legislating environmental protection regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret applicable technical diagrams, drawings, and sketches of industrial processes, combustion, incineration, and related control equipment layouts.
• Ability to apply engineering principles and practices to analyze blueprints and specifications of industrial and commercial enterprises.
• Skill in the use of a handheld scientific (mathematical) calculator; skill in the use of computer equipment.
• Ability to interpret appropriate reference material to extract necessary formulas and information to calculate emission rates relevant to environmental pollution control.
• Skill in the operation of various portable monitors and measurement devices and interpret instrument readings in regards to pollution control.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, with the general public respective to the mandates of Federal, State, and County Environmental Protection laws.
• Ability to prepare detailed analytical written reports relative to environmental engineering pollution inspections.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE

When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time.

*This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.

EEO Statement

Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance.

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.