LOCAL ROADS & STREETS FIELD ENGINEER - (CIVIL ENGINEER V)

State of Illinois•Carbondale, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for approving local agency proposals for expenditure of Motor Fuel Tax (MFT), Township Bridge Programs, federal and other special funds, for approving final Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS & E) for these projects, and, for final inspection of completed projects to assure compliance with federal and state statutes and guidelines. Assists local agencies in technical questions concerning proper maintenance and construction of roadways and bridges.

Requirements

Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois.
Five years of experience in civil engineering.
Valid driver’s license.
Extensive districtwide travel, occasional statewide travel with overnight stays, and limited overtime.
Ability to successfully pass a background check.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position.
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 conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.
Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering.
Extensive knowledge of modern methods and techniques as applied to the design, construction, and maintenance of public works.
Knowledge of plans and specifications.
Ability to promote, establish and maintain harmonious relationships with local agencies and the general public.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Approve local agencies' proposals for expenditure of Motor Fuel Tax (MFT), Township Bridge Program (TBP), federal and other special funds.
Approve Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS & E) for local agency construction projects involving MFT, TBP, federal and other special funds.
Serve as primary agent to carryout state transportation responsibilities with local agencies.
Assure proper control and expenditure of MFT, TBP, federal and other special funds.
Maintain technical and professional competence in highway functional areas from project inception to close.
Assure local agency compliance with state and federal guidelines.
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

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