Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 51703 
​Agency:  Department of Public Health
Class Title: PLUMBING INSPECTOR - 32915 

Office: Health Promotion 

Division: Environmental Health 

Posting ID: 53-24-0166, 53-26-0101, 53-26-0102/ 51703

Posted: 11/25/2025-12/11/25
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,550/month; Full Range $6,550-$9,193 /month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 3
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC029 Paraprofessional Investigatory & Law Enforcement Employees, Meat and Poultry Inspectors, and Meat and Poultry Inspector Trainees, IFPE. The RC-033 bargaining unit merged into RC-029 bargaining unit effective May 15, 2014.
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 Regional Plumbing Inspector. Performs highly technical work as a Plumbing Inspector in planning, directing, and coordinating regulation and enforcement of the Illinois Plumbing Code.

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

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link: 

Essential Functions

• Travels to perform detailed public health inspections and investigations of private and commercial properties to assure plumbing is installed by licensed plumbers and is installed in compliance with applicable plumbing laws and regulations
• Conduct enforcement activities, as it relates to the Illinois Plumbing Code.
• Confers with owners, managers, operators, employees and the general public, explaining deficiencies and sanitation practices.
• Prepares complex, detailed technical reports of field inspections and investigations.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of high school.
• Requires possession of a valid Illinois plumber's license with at least seven (7) years of experience as a plumber.
• Requires successfully passing the Department of Public Health's examination for certification as a Plumbing Inspector within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience performing detailed public health inspections and investigations of private and commercial properties to assure plumbing is installed in compliance with applicable plumbing laws and regulations.
• Seven (7) years of experience using the tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices of the Plumbing trade.
• Two (2) years of experience preparing and/or reviewing evidence for court proceedings and providing testimony.
• One (1) year of experience providing presentations on regulatory requirements to various entities.
• One (1) year of experience preparing complex, detailed technical reports of plumbing inspections or investigations.
• Four (4) years of experience applying working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and mathematics.
• Seven (7) years of experience communicating effectively both verbally and written form with the public and regulators.
• One (1) year of experience with Microsoft software products including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to travel extensively within the state.
• Requires a current and valid driver’s license.
• Requires the ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Requires ability to climb stairs or ladders, access crawl spaces; utility tunnels and other restricted access areas.
• Requires ability to negotiate construction sites in a safe manner, including wearing site-specific required personal protective equipment

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 $2 billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,200 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 8:30am to 5:00pm
Headquarter Location: 3 Westbrook Corporate Center, Westchester IL 60154
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact: DPH.HRRecruiter@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support

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:

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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