HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT, TRANSPORTATION & HIGHWAYS (DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION & HIGHWAYS) - SHAKMAN EXEMPT

Cook County • Chicago, IL

12h • $193,680 - $236,720 • Onsite

About The Position

Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways is seeking an experienced Highway Superintendent, Transportation & Highways. This role manages all operations of the Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways, including oversight of staff and agency activities. It directs the development and administration of operating, equipment, and capital budgets supporting road construction, maintenance, and overall departmental functions. The position regularly briefs senior leadership on ongoing and proposed projects, personnel matters, and confidential operational issues. It also establishes and implements policies that guide the agency’s various bureaus and ensure effective management of transportation and highway operations across the County. Cook County offers great benefits and the chance to participate in a strong tradition of public service. Cook County is home to more than five million residents, roughly 45% of Illinois’ population. Cook County Government provides a range of vital services and programs that enhance the quality of life for residents across the region. These services range from health care to urban planning. Cook County is committed to empowering its employees to bring our constituents the best that public service has to offer. Attention Applicants: Please note that as part of ongoing job architecture initiatives, the County is reviewing job titles and corresponding grades, which may be subject to change.

Requirements

• Five (5) years of experience in civil and highway engineering, construction engineering, maintenance engineering, or directly related experience
• Current registration in the State of Illinois as a Licensed Professional Engineer or Licensed Structural Engineer

Nice To Haves

• Ten (10) years experience in civil and highway engineering, construction engineering, or maintenance engineering.
• Eight (8) years of previous management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and development of the annual and five year improvement program for highways to ensure highway capacity and safety.
• Oversee the acquisition of the necessary rights of way and easements for all highway projects to provide the land required for these projects.
• Direct the preparation of contract plans, specifications and estimates for all highway projects.
• Select professional services when needed to ensure highway capacity and safety. Oversee the supervision of contractors' work to ensure compliance with contract provisions and contract law.
• Operate roadway systems by establishing proper traffic controls and issuing permits for work to fulfill the County's legal obligation to the public under Illinois law.
• Oversee the physical maintenance of the highway system through the implementation of preventative maintenance programs to ensure highway user safety.
• Provide overall policy direction in personnel matters including training, discipline, payroll, etc. to enforce and establish County policies as it relates to its employees.
• Oversee the development of an annual operating budget for the department and monitors compliance with same.
• Oversee the proper use of purchasing procedures to comply with County-wide policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Top Tier Medical Benefits: Medical Plans, Prescription Drug Benefit, Dental Plans, Vision Plan and 9 Additional voluntary benefit plans
• Flexible Teleworking Options
• Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of 15 vacation days annually; and Paid sick leave)
• Pension Plan
• Financial Support Programs and Resources: Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts – Dependent Day Care, Commuter Benefits, Discounted Parking, PSLF Eligibility, Deferred Compensation and Education Tuition Stipend
• Health/Wellness Perks: Flexible Spending Accounts-Health Care, Employee Assistance Program and MyHealth Connections wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed