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State of Illinois · 1 day ago

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

Carbondale, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$6,837/mo - $10,831/mo

5+ years exp

The State of Illinois is seeking a Local Roads and Streets Field Engineer to join the Department of Transportation. This role involves approving local agency proposals for the expenditure of funds related to transportation projects and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.

AssociationGovernmentOffice AdministrationReal Estate

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

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

Qualification

Licensed Professional EngineerCivil engineering experiencePS & ESupervisory experiencePublic worksRelationship managementCommunication skills

Required

Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois

Five years of experience in civil engineering

Preferred

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

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

Company

State of Illinois

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State of Illinois is the state governance platform of Illinois.

Springfield, Illinois, USA

10001+ employees

https://www2.illinois.gov/

H1B Sponsorship

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Trends of Total Sponsorships

2021 (1)

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

J.B. Pritzker

Governor

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