What are the responsibilities and job description for the CIVIL ENGINEER IV position at State of Illinois?
Agency : Department of Natural Resources
Class Title : CIVIL ENG IV - 07604
Skill Option : None
Bilingual Option : None
Closing Date / Time : 01 / 24 / 2025
Salary : Anticipated Salary : $7,066 monthly; Full Range : $7,066 - $10,326 monthly
Job Type : Salaried
Category : Full Time
County : Sangamon
Number of Vacancies : 1
Plan / BU : RC063
PROOF OF EDUCATIONAL COURSEWORK IS REQUIRED. ACCEPTABLE PROOF OF COURSEWORK INCLUDES : OFFICIAL & UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS, ACCOUNT RECORDS (INCLUDING SCREENSHOTS) OF ACACEMIC COURSEWORK, AND ANY SIMILAR DOCUMENTS CREATED BY AN ACADEMIC INSTITUTION.
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.
Posting Identification Number 12-23-43842
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is looking to hire a Civil Engineer 4 for the Office of Realty & Capital Planning. This position will serve as project manager for all capital construction projects within Region IV; act as Department liaison in meetings with Non-IDNR personnel; serves as a chief inspector on construction projects; review and / or prepares complex construction project specifications and plans; and works with regional landscape architects, regional land managers, site superintendents and fiscal officers. The ideal candidate will possess and be able to utilize their problem solving skills, independent research ability, and public speaking skills. The Office of Realty & Capital Planning provides Agency-wide support services related to capital improvement projects of a variety of scales, along with support related to land acquisitions, concession and farm leases, and natural and cultural resource protection. We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.
Essential Functions
- Under general direction, independently performs complex engineering work which encompasses responsibility for the design and development of all construction engineering projects for the Department within Region IV
- Conducts studies of complex engineering problems, including scope development, investigations, and inspection
- Review and / or prepares complex construction project specifications and plans
- Performs engineering inspections as required by other state regulatory agencies on IDNR assets such as bridges, dams, sewage treatment plants, etc
- Provides site superintendents with general technical assistance on non-assigned problems and assists manager in reaching solution using operations funds, or in the development of capital scopes for presentation to higher level management
- Develops designs including specifications for projects
- Designs and develops projects from ideas inception to completion
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Employment Conditions
Applicants must posses the ability to meet ALL of the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position :
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties listed in the job description
Agency and Division Statements
DNR Agency Statement
Charged with preserving, protecting and promoting Illinois’ natural and cultural resources, Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) employees oversee water, wildlife, wetlands and oil wells, parks, historic sites – and everything in between. Employment opportunities vary greatly, often providing employees the chance to work indoors and out in a dynamic yet relaxed environment. Working for the State of Illinois, IDNR employees receive excellent benefits, including, vision health and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; as well as pre-tax benefit programs.
Office of Reality & Capital Planning
The Office of Reality & Capital Planning (ORCP) provides Agency-wide support services related to capital improvement projects of a variety of scales, along with support services related to land acquisitions, concession and farm leases, and natural and cultural resource protection.
Work Hours : Mon - Fri 8 : 00am - 4 : 30 pm w / 1hr lunch
Work Location : IDNR, One Natural Resources Way, Springfield, IL 62702-1813
Agency Contact : Vicky Fowler
Email : Vicky.fowler@Illinois.gov
Phone : (217) 785-5387
Posting Group : Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources :
State employees : Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees : on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
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Salary : $7,066 - $10,326
