LOCAL ROADS & STREETS ENGINEER - (CIVIL ENGINEER VI)

LOCAL ROADS & STREETS ENGINEER - (CIVIL ENGINEER VI) We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome. Reasonable Accommodation Statement The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application. Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Sponsorship for Employment The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Disclosure of Salary Information In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. Please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials. Date: May 12, 2026 Location: Collinsville, IL 62234 Job Requisition ID: 56063; IPR #26-01323 Opening Date: 05/12/2026 Closing Date: 05/27/2026 Agency: Department of Transportation Position Title: Civil Engineer VI Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $7,517 Monthly; Full Range: $7,517 - $11,692 Monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Madison Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Successful applicants for this position will be eligible to apply for participation in the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Higher Education Student Loan Repayment Assistance for Engineers Pilot Program which provides an annual after-tax bonus of $15,000 per year, for not more than 4 years, for up to 50 engineers employed by the Department. Position Overview This position is responsible for administering the planning, use, and expenditure of Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) and Federal-Aid (FA) funds for transportation purposes made available to all local governmental agencies in the district. This responsibility includes plan reviews, construction procedures, inspections, project documentation, assistance, and guidance to local agencies to provide the maximum utilization of available resources from all sources for local transportation improvement programs. Essential Functions Plans, organizes, directs, and controls the activities of the Local Roads and Streets Section. Approves for the department all Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) for local agency projects utilizing Motor Fuel Tax (MFT), state, or federal funds. Develops and coordinates the Local Agency Federal Transportation Program. Provides administrative guidance and engineering expertise to local agencies to maximize their program accomplishments and utilization of resources. Coordinates the work of the Local Roads and Streets Section with other district bureaus, the central Bureau of Local Roads and Streets, local governmental agencies, and the various consulting engineering firms. Ensures that staff perform duties in accordance with departmental rules, regulations, programs, practices, and procedures. 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. Minimum Qualifications Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois OR current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois. Six years of experience in civil engineering. Preferred Qualifications Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as it relates to transportation infrastructure. Extensive knowledge of modern methods and techniques as applied to the design, construction, and maintenance of public works. Comprehensive knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations that govern transportation funding. Ability to supervise the preparation and completion of plans and specifications. Ability to promote, establish, and maintain harmonious relationships with local agencies, the general public, and departmental staff. Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly to various audiences. Strong organizational skills. Extensive knowledge of funding sources and application to public works. Ability to make sound decisions in a logical and objective manner. Conditions of Employment Valid driver's license. Occasional district wide travel, and some statewide travel, which may include overnight stays. Overtime occasionally during evenings and weekends. 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. 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 Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. About the Agency The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Local Roads & Streets Engineer. 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. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including: 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 We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors. Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Region 5/District 8/Bureau of Project Implementation #J-18808-Ljbffr Illinois Board of Higher Education