OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR (OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR I)

State of Illinois•Monmouth, IL

23h•$7,145 - $10,753•Hybrid

About The Position

The Operations Supervisor I is responsible for preserving highway investment and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of primary and interstate routes by planning and directing regular maintenance activities. The position optimizes the use of personnel, equipment, commodities, and other allocated resources, and performs administrative and supervisory duties involving personnel matters, discipline, grievances, employee evaluations, accident reports, and leave slips. The role is with the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Region 3, District 4, Bureau of Operations. The listed work location is 710 180th Ave, Monmouth, Illinois. The position has a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and may have a hybrid schedule of one to five days per week in the office, depending on operational needs. Frequent district-wide travel is required, and the employee must be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round. The minimum qualifications are either two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering, or a related technical or science curriculum plus five years of relevant experience, or seven years of relevant experience. Two years of supervisory experience are also required. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a background screening are conditions of employment. The position requires filing Statements of Economic Interest and is subject to specified revolving-door restrictions. The agency describes its mission as providing safe, cost-effective transportation in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity, and protect the environment. It emphasizes an inclusive culture, ethical standards, collaboration, training, and career advancement. The posting lists health, life, vision, and dental insurance; a pension plan; paid maternity/paternity leave; paid sick, vacation, personal, and holiday time; tuition reimbursement; and employee assistance and mental health resources.

Requirements

Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering, or a related technical/science curriculum plus five years of experience in civil engineering, roadway construction, highway maintenance, traffic operations, public works, or a related field; OR seven years of experience in engineering technology, civil engineering, roadway construction, highway maintenance, traffic operations, public works, or a related field.
Two years of supervisory experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Frequent district-wide travel.
On call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 52 weeks per year.
Successful completion of a background screening.
Must file a Statement of Economic Interest and a Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest; fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
Must comply with applicable revolving-door restrictions, including notifying the Office of the Executive Inspector General before accepting certain non-State employment offers during State employment or within one year after leaving State employment.

Nice To Haves

Ability to plan and direct work efforts for efficient accomplishment of program objectives.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Organize work crews and allocate resources, equipment, and employee assignments to maintain productivity and motivate staff.
Participate in disciplinary and grievance proceedings and conduct investigations in conjunction with district administrative staff and the Operations Engineer, as required.
Direct snow removal and emergency maintenance operations to keep state-maintained roadways safe and open to the traveling public.
Recommend revisions within the scope of projects and proposed plans to minimize future maintenance problems, in conjunction with the Maintenance Field Engineer.
Counsel staff on work performance, approve time off, adjust first-level grievances, prepare and sign performance evaluations, and coordinate staffing needs.
Meet with local residents regarding complaints, access permits, and right-of-way problems.
Direct, repair, allocate, and inventory equipment assigned to team sections to ensure proper use, maintenance, accounting, and replacement.
Provide proper traffic controls through maintenance areas.
Coordinate, witness, and record core thickness tests for new Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) and full-depth bituminous pavements.
Ensure staff perform duties in accordance with departmental safety rules, practices, and programs.
Assist other bureaus with the Work Site Protection Manual/Other than Highway Maintenance and Traffic Crew.
Perform duties in compliance with departmental safety rules and in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of employees.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
Pension plan
12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave
Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs, including medical/daycare
12 paid sick days annually
10 paid vacation days in the first year, with the ability to earn up to 25 paid vacation days annually
3 paid personal days annually
13–14 paid holidays annually, based on start date
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
Monday–Friday work schedule
Flexible work schedules in several program areas, including flexible time and hybrid scheduling
Extensive training and career advancement opportunities