Open Role for Attorney at the Environmental Protection Agency

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is accepting applications for the following attorney role.

Senior Public Service Administrator, Opt 8L (Chief Legal Counsel)

Title: Senior Public Service Administrator

Work Location: 2520 West Iles Avenue Springfield, IL 62704 

Agency: Environmental Protection Agency

Salary: $13,333.00-$14,333.00 Monthly

Closing Date/Time: 10/13/2026

Postilion Overview:

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) is seeking an experienced Illinois‑licensed attorney with strong knowledge of the Illinois Environmental Protection Act and pollution‑control regulations to serve as Chief Legal Counsel. Reporting to the Director, this role provides legal advice on complex issues, ensures Agency compliance, and supports leadership decision‑making.

The Chief Legal Counsel oversees approximately 40 attorneys and support staff in the Division of Legal Counsel, directing attorneys in the Regulatory and Enforcement Units and providing legal support across all Agency bureaus. Key responsibilities include leading rulemaking and enforcement actions, representing the Agency in administrative proceedings, and negotiating intergovernmental and pollution‑control‑related agreements.

 The benefits of working at the IEPA 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).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four years of progressively responsible administrative and managerial experience in a public or business organization and administrative manager experience.
• Requires possession of an Illinois Law License.

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