CONDEMNATION ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER V)
About The Position
This position is accountable for analyzing and coordinating the acquisition, relocation, and condemnation activities for the district Bureau of Program Development, and in conjunction with the Land Acquisition Engineer, for advising Special Assistant Attorneys General on trial strategy to satisfy technical and fiscal elements in completing the Annual Improvement Program. The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Condemnation Engineer. 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.
- Five years of experience in civil engineering.
Nice To Haves
- Nine years’ experience in civil engineering with three years in land acquisition work.
- Experience and knowledge of the land acquisition process and how it relates to highway projects.
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Geographic Information System (GIS).
- Ability to analyze and review problems presented, to determine, interpret and implement appropriate engineering practices.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Provides engineering direction and technical expertise for all district condemnation activities.
- Determines the necessity for condemnation and the best course of action to obtain title to land.
- Coordinates all engineering technical and policy aspects of proceedings with Special Assistant Attorneys General and district Land Acquisition personnel.
- Testifies in court as an expert witness on behalf of the department.
- Provides engineering advice to the Appraisals, Acquisition, and Plats and Plans units.
- Directs the preparation of warrant requests for condemnation parcels.
- Processes Special Assistant Attorneys General and consultant bills.
- Reviews hearing and trial results and determines advisability of appeal or acceptance.
- Supervises consultant negotiators and relocation agents.
- Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules, policies, and procedures.
- Performs all duties in a manner conductive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
