Mil Environmental Specialist

Job Requisition ID: 57890
Closing Date: 09/16/2026
​Agency: Department of Military Affairs
Class Title: MIL ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST-82946
Skill Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5127 monthly; Full Range $5127 -$7135
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME

** This is a non-code Military Exempt position. To qualify you will need to furnish proof of your Illinois National Guard military service. Illinois National Guard members currently serving should provide a memo of good standing from their command showing dates and status. Retired/inactive members should provide their NGB22 and/or DD214. These documents can be uploaded in the application.**

You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b, FM 115 or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

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 Department of Military Affairs is looking to hire a Military Environmental Specialist located at the Capital Airbase in Springfield. Under general supervision of the Base Environmental Coordinator, responsible for technical and administrative requirements within the Environmental Management Office (EMO) for base-wide management of hazardous waste, used oil, recycling programs and to assist in pollution prevention efforts and compliance requirements for all environmental permits in force.

Essential Functions

• Inspects hazardous waste accumulation points for accumulation start dates, record keeping and overall compliance with RCRA and state hazardous waste laws to determine compliance.

• Serves as the base-wide point of contact for recycling of paper products, precious and semi- precious metals, cardboard, plastics, and glass including the establishment of a fund cite from the DRMO for non-appropriated funds recovery and proper adherence to Air Force instructions pertaining to a Qualified Recycling Plan.

• Samples point source discharges base wide and evaluates laboratory data to determine compliance with the pre-treatment limitations listed in the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination (NPDES) permit.

• Formulates required air emissions inventory and identifies new sources in accordance with air force Directives.

• Performs other duties as required or assigned by management relative to all phases of environmental quality and control.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to bachelor’s degree with coursework in physical, life, or environmental science with one year of professional experience in environmental waste management or related field, or a master’s degree in a related field.
• Requires working knowledge of modern inspection and investigative techniques and procedures; and requires working knowledge of State and Federal laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to environmental protection or pollutant abatement.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires active membership in the Illinois National Guard, retirement (20 years) from the Illinois National Guard or retired (minimum 20 years) US Armed Forces if last duty assignment was with the Illinois National Guard.
• Requires the ability to pass a DoD background investigation and obtain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC) prior to hire or transfer.
• Requires exposure to potentially hazardous chemical and requires a working knowledge of proper industrial hygiene practices and the Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) system as outlined by OSHA as a part of daily duties.
• Requires training for and wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE); including proper filters, respirators and skin/eye protection based on chemical use.
• Requires ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, bending, and other routine exercises required for sampling of chemical containers, oil-water separators, storage tanks, etc.
• Will require training on prescribed burn techniques.
• Will be required to obtain and to maintain Public Applicators license.
• Requires a valid driver's license.

Work Hours: 8 am - 4 pm (1/2 hr paid lunch) Can vary based on mission requirements.
Work Location: 3101 J David Jones Pkwy, Springfield, Illinois, 62707

Agency Contact: Natasha
Email: View email address on aiapply.co
Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support

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 into 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:
• State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
• 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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*NOTE: The Department of Military Affairs does not discriminate against any individual because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or unfavorable discharge from military service in connection with employment, real estate transactions, access to financial credit, and the availability of public accommodations in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act, the Illinois Constitution, Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Acts, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the U.S. Constitution. The Equal Employment Opportunity Office is responsible for compliance and may be reached at View phone number on aiapply.co.

Department of Defense (DOD) background check and receipt of a DOD Common Access Card (CAC) is required for this position.