LAND ACQUISITION ENGINEER - (CIVIL ENGINEER VI)

Land Acquisition Engineer - (Civil Engineer VI)

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Date: May 28, 2026 Location: Effingham, IL, US, 62401 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: Effingham 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.

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Position Overview This position is accountable for providing overall direction for district land acquisition activities, including acquiring of necessary rights-of-way required to successfully complete the district highway construction program; managing state-owned property; administering the State Relocation Program for monitoring the local agency acquisitions; and directing highway and land surveys in the district.

Essential Functions Plans, organizes and directs the work of the sections to acquire the necessary right-of-way to meet predetermined letting schedules. Accomplishes timely completion of eminent domain action through liaison with attorneys and court officials. Ensures that all highway and land surveys are completed on schedule. Ensures that equitable administrative settlements are considered prior to condemnation actions. Ensures the equitable administration of the district relocation program. Supervises, coordinates, and evaluates outside firms providing services. Trains, motivates, and evaluates staff. Ensures compliance with departmental policies, procedures and safety rules. 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. Five years supervising staff and managing engineering functions.

Preferred Qualifications Comprehensive knowledge of the modern methods and practices of directing highway and land surveys. Ability to promote, establish, and maintain harmonious relationships with staff and the public. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills.

Conditions of Employment Requires a valid driver's license. Requires successful completion of a background screening. Requires frequent statewide travel with overnight stays.

About the Agency The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Land Acquisition 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: 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