Plats & Plans Technician (Engineering Technician Iii)

State of Illinois•Peoria, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for assisting with the management, preparation and review of right-of-way plats, plans, legal descriptions, court exhibits, and related documents required for the acquisition and disposal of right-of-way (ROW) for highway improvement projects. The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Plats & Plans Technician. 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. The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or a job related technical/science curriculum PLUS thirty months of engineering; OR six years of engineering experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Occasional districtwide travel.
Successful completion of a background screening.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

Nice To Haves

Technical, organizational, and project coordination experience.
Plats, plans, and legal description interpretation.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Acrobats Pro, MicroStation, and File Explorer.
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Research and Investigative abilities.
Analytical problem-solving and decision-making.
Communication and interpersonal skills.
Professional judgment and accountability.

Responsibilities

Maintains accurate physical and digital records of right-of-way (ROW) owned or controlled by the department.
Searches various records to determine property ownership.
Assists others in finding ROW information for construction and survey work.
Assists with the management/preparation and review of ROW plats, plans, legal descriptions, Land Acquisition Status spreadsheets, and other related documents.
Reviews the work of internal staff and consultants for accurate and conformance to state policies.
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

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