ARTERIAL TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL SUPERVISOR - (CIVIL ENGINEER IV)

State of Illinois•Schaumburg, IL

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is accountable for ensuring the safe and efficient movement of traffic through work areas where construction, maintenance, access, road closures and utility permit work is being done through the development and application of proper temporary traffic control techniques and devices to ensure the maximum attainable degree of safety, convenience, and continuous and systematic inspection of highway projects to verify the application of specified techniques. The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire an Arterial Temporary Traffic Control Supervisor. The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois. Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.

Requirements

Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois OR current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois.
Four years of experience in civil engineering.
Requires a valid driver’s license.
Requires successful completion of a background screening.
Requires extensive districtwide travel.
Requires the ability to work periods of overtime including occasional nights, early mornings, and weekends.
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) with emphasis on Chapters 2, 3, and 6.
Ability to make independent judgment decisions within departmental traffic policies and the MUTCD while applying traffic engineering principles.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Ensures the inclusion of appropriate temporary traffic control plans in all highway improvements projects and that such plans comply with existing policies and procedures.
Ensures that the district contractor and utility and/or consultant personnel understand their respective responsibilities and are responsible for documentation.
Ensures that the inspection and reporting procedures for temporary controls promptly uncover deficiencies so that effective and timely revisions can be made.
Provides a record system that facilitates the monitoring of existing construction projects.
Assists continually in updating Arterial Traffic Control Design Standards and Special Provisions.
Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules.
Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Eligible to apply for participation in the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Higher Education Student Loan Repayment Assistance for Engineers Pilot Program which provides an annual after-tax bonus of $15,000 per year, for not more than 4 years, for up to 50 engineers employed by the Department.
Monday-Friday work schedule
Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling)
Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Pension Plan
(12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
(13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources