Job Requisition ID: 56939 Agency: Department of Public Health Office: Health Protection Division: Environmental Health Posting ID: 53-25-0029/ 56939 Posted: 06/23/2026 - 07/08/2026 Class Title: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPEC …
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$6k–$9k/mo
Full-time
bachelor degree
Flexible and hybrid work schedules, Health insurance, Life insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Pension plan
Posted 43d ago
Apply by Jul 9
~37 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Conduct health risk assessments and investigations of environmental hazards, including hazardous waste sites and contaminated water or soil. Support the Illinois Fish Contaminant Monitoring Program and perform community involvement activities.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree with at least 30 semester hours in physical or biological sciences and three years of professional experience in environmental health. A valid driver's license and ability to travel are mandatory.
Full job description
Job Requisition ID: 56939 Agency: Department of Public Health
Class Title: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPEC III - 13770 Skill Option: Toxicology Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Starting (Effective 7/1/26) Salary $6,135/month; Full Range $6,135-$8,790 /month Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Sangamon Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME 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 position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
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 you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible 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 top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as an Environmental Health Specialist 3 in the Division of Environmental Health. The selected candidate will perform investigations of environmental health hazards, including hazardous waste sites, releases of hazardous materials, and contaminants in drinking water, soil, and fish tissue. The individual in this position will also support other Environmental Health program activities and outbreak Investigations.
Benefits Statement
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
13-14 paid holidays per year
12 weeks of paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
Under direction conducts health risk assessments for chemical exposures from hazardous waste sites or other potentially hazardous exposure conditions following standard health assessment practices.
Conducts environmental and biological sampling or reviews the results of such analyses to determine contamination and relative degree of hazard.
Prepares fact sheets, questionnaires, and other outreach materials.
Participates in the Illinois Fish Contaminant Monitoring Program.
Participates in community involvement activities at hazardous waste site areas.
Attends continuing education and professional development training.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with at least 30 semester hours in the physical or biological sciences.
Requires three years professional experience in environmental health practice.
Preferred Qualifications
Two years of experience conducting health assessments or consultations.
Two years of experience conducting exposure investigations and hazard assessments.
Two years of experience operating environmental monitoring and sampling equipment, analyzing, and interpreting data, and preparing technical reports.
One year of experience authoring technical guidance documents.
Two years of work experience using Microsoft software products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties.
Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
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.
*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $1.8 Billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,400 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 to 5:00 Headquarter Location: 525 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702 Work County: Sangamon Agency Contact:[email protected] Posting Group: Environmental & Natural Resources
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
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