SPSA, OPT 1 (BUREAU OF AIR VEHICLE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE, SECTION MANAGER)

Overview

SPSA, OPT 1 (BUREAU OF AIR VEHICLE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE, SECTION MANAGER)

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

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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 CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

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.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112 / 1 et seq., 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

Job Requisition ID : 50745

Closing Date : 10 / 24 / 2025

Agency : Environmental Protection Agency

Class Title : SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070

Skill Option : General Administration / Business Marketing / Labor / Personnel

Bilingual Option : None

Salary : $11,574.00-$12,970.00 Monthly

Job Type : Salaried

Category : Full Time

County : Cook

Number of Vacancies : 1

Bargaining Unit Code : None

Merit Comp Code : Term Appointment / Gubernatorial (Management Bill)

A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING

Please attach a DETAILED Resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Environmental Protection Agency must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

POSTING IDENTIFICATION# 50745

Position Overview

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) Bureau of Air is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the Vehicle Inspections and Maintenance (VIM) Section Manager located in Des Plaines, IL. The selected candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, be willing to utilize innovative ways to guide the section and its staff to meet the present and future demands placed on the section. This individual should possess knowledge and experience in developing policies, standards and procedural guidelines, have the ability to represent the IEPA and the program, explaining policies to state, federal and local governments, industry, contractors, public interest groups, member of the public and other stakeholders.

The benefits of working at the EPA include a 37 ½ 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

• Serves as the Manager, of the Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance (VIM) Section, Bureau of Air
• Serves as a full-line supervisor
• Develops and implements guidelines, policies, and procedures for the Section's contractor policies
• Establishes and implements Section policies and procedures
• Develops and maintains knowledge of other Agency programs and their relationship to field programs
• Conducts and coordinates investigations into motorist-disputed inspector / contractor issues including repair waiver / emissions test grievances and damage claim petitions
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Condition of Employment

Agency Mission : The mission of the Illinois EPA 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. The Illinois EPA works to safeguard natural resources from pollution to provide a healthy environment. By partnering with businesses, local governments, and the public, the Illinois EPA is dedicated to continued protection of the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the land we live on.

Revolving Door

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") or may be subject to a fine.

Term Appointment

Candidates hired into a term position shall be appointed for a term of 4 years and are subject to a probationary period. The term may be renewed for successive four-year terms at the Director of the Environmental Protection Agency's discretion.

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