Salary :
$33.72 - 33.72 hourly
Cook County Offices Under The President |
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Conducts preliminary environmental field inspections of industrial and commercial enterprises to ensure enforcement and compliance to the Environment and Sustainability Ordinance of Cook County. Monitors the environment (i.e. air, water, noise, and solid waste) in regard to ordinance violation. Observes, measures, and evaluates performance of stationary (fixed) and mobile (non-fixed) sources of pollutants to determine emission contaminants to the environment. Disseminates environmental information service to the general public relevant to the activities of the Department of Environment and Sustainability. Cites pollution violators and provides environmental information service to the general public. Completes training and obtains certification and licensing required to fulfill the required duties of the position. Location\: Work in the Field.
Minimum Qualifications
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree AND
• Two (2) years of experience in environmental protection and consulting.
-OR-
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree AND
• Four (4) years of experience in environmental protection and consulting
-OR-
• Possession of a High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate AND
• Six (6) years of experience in environmental protection and consulting.
• Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance IS REQUIRED.
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.
https\://www.cookcountyil.gov/sites/default/files/service/drug-and-alcohol-policy.pdf
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). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.
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.
*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.
• Ability to research, interpret, and explain environmental regulations, including those of Cook County, Illinois, and U.S. federal rules (including OSHA safety standards).
• Knowledge of air pollution emissions, industrial processes (combustion), construction principles, and operation of pollution control devices.
• Knowledge of portable monitoring devices and measurement tools used in environmental pollution control, and willingness/ability to wear required personal protective equipment (including respirators).
• Skills in strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct thorough field investigations and produce detailed, accurate written reports on environmental inspections.
• Skill in attention to detail and strong observational skills to identify potential environmental hazards or violations.
• Ability to work independently in diverse environments (industrial, construction, outdoor) and willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and evolving regulations.
• This position requires moderate to extensive travel to work assignments throughout Cook County, for which the employee must provide his or her own adequate means of transportation.
The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact [email protected]
Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
Voluntary Benefits
You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link\: http\://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
Hourly Wage\: $33.720/HOURLY
Physical Requirements
Light Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job/occupation is rated Light Work when it requires\: (1) walking or standing to a significant degree; (2) sitting most of the time while pushing or pulling arm or leg controls; or (3) working at a production rate pace while constantly pushing or pulling materials even though the weight of the materials is negligible.
Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)
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 as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
NOTE\: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.
*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Social Media Disclaimer
The County’s hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County’s hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.
Please contact [email protected] for inquiries about this position
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