BRIDGE AND HYDRAULICS ENGINEER - (CIVIL ENGINEER V)

BRIDGE AND HYDRAULICS ENGINEER - (CIVIL ENGINEER V)

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. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To be provided 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 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation. 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, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., 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. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials. 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 accountable for supervising and coordinating the activities in the design and preparation of plans for bridge and hydraulic improvements. Essential Functions Prepares Bridge Condition and Hydraulic and Structure Reports to coordinate the type, size, and location of proposed structures. Negotiates and administers Phase I and Phase II consultant contracts involving bridges and drainage structures. Ensures that the design/environmental studies and plans and specifications prepared by the hydraulics unit and assigned consultants are accurate, complete, and in compliance with design specifications. Acts as liaison with the district Bureau of Bridges and Structures and other internal and external agencies involved in matters of hydraulics and structures to ensure that target letting dates are met. Reviews proposals by private developers to ensure that the hydraulic impacts will be compatible with adjacent state highway facilities. Conducts special investigations such as scour analysis and seismic considerations which can impact the safety of the motoring public. Motivates, trains, and evaluates personnel. 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. Five years of experience in civil engineering. Preferred Qualifications Skill in the design of highways, streets, and structures and in making complete engineering plans and specifications. Working knowledge of drainage/hydraulics. Working knowledge of bridges/structures. Thorough knowledge of departmental policies, procedures and specifications. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff, state agencies, federal agencies, and the public. Ability to assign, review and coordinate work performed by consultant staff and supervise the work of engineers and technicians. Ability to independently research, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, and guidance from both internal and external sources. Conditions of Employment Valid driver’s license. Occasional districtwide travel and some statewide, which may include overnight stays. Occasional overtime during evenings and weekends. Ability to work in confined spaces, climb steep terrain, wade in water, and deal with poisonous plants, animals, insects, rodents, and snakes; and to perform outdoor work in a variety of conditions including, but not limited to hot, cold, wet, windy, muddy, active construction sites, and roadways open to traffic. 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. (See Executive Order 15‑09) 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. Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Region 5/District 8/Bureau of Program Development About the Agency The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Bridge and Hydraulics 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr State-of-Illinois