Spsa, Opt ; Bureau Of Air, Clean Air Act Program; Caapp) Contruction Unit Manager

Job Requisition

Opening Date: 09/23/2026

Closing Date: 10/07/2026

Agency:
Environmental Protection Agency

Class

Title:

SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)

Skill Option:
Physical Sciences/Environment

Bilingual Option:
None

Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary $11,000.00 - $12,600.00 Monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category:
Full Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code:
None

Merit Comp Code:
Term Appointment/ Agency

Work Hours:

8:30-5:00 Mon-Fri 1 hr lunch

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability:
It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need

Headquarter

Location:

2520 W Iles Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62704

Work County:
Sangamon

Agency Contact:
Kathy Taylor

Email: kathy.taylor

Telephone:

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.

The Bureau of Air is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the Unit Manager for the CAAPP Construction Unit, Bureau of Air located in Springfield, Illinois. The selected candidate will possess experience in writing, reviewing, and issuing permits for air emission sources and air pollution control equipment. The candidate will also possess significant experience in managing permit writers and permitting process.

The candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills and be willing and able to oversee a large staff of technical professionals and to frequently interact with and respond to the demands of that staff, other Sections of the Bureau, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), regulated industry, public interest groups, and the Bureau Chief among others.

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).

• Serves as Unit Manager, in planning, directing, and coordinating the activities of the staff of the CAAPPConstruction Unit, comprised of a large engineering and technical staff engaged in the review and issuance or denialof permit applications for pollution control devices and construction/operation of new and/or existing facilities including under the Clean Air Act Permit Program (CAAPP) as required by Title V of the 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments.
• Plans, develops, and implements in-depth engineering procedures, guidelines, and operational tools to be utilized by the Section staff.
• Develops and implements specific State programs which involve stringent restrictions imposed by both State and Federal regulations (e.g., programs for satisfying the Prevention of Significant Deterioration requirements of the Clean Air Act, New Source Review, Clean Air Act permitting program, and permit fee system).
• Develops streamlined processes for executing expedited permit review agreements between the Agency Director and companies requesting expedited…