NE Illinois Floodplain Manager

Agency :   Department of Natural Resources

Class Title :  EXECUTIVE II - 13852

Skill Option :   None

Bilingual Option :   None

Closing Date / Time : 03 / 04 / 2025

Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary $6,339 Monthly; Full Range $ 6,339 - $ 9,178 Monthly

Job Type : Salaried

Category :  Full Time

County : DuPage

Number of Vacancies : 1

Plan / BU :  RC062

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  12-64-44628

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 seeking to hire a Floodplain Manager for The Office of Water Resources. This position will implement and evaluate policies and procedures and recommend modifications, speak before various groups to explain technical issues and interpret program philosophy and requirements, provide technical assistance to local officials, insurance agents, lenders, realtors, businesses, and citizens regarding various aspects on the NFIP.  The Office of Water Resource is responsible for regulating activities within or adjacent to Illinois rivers, lakes and streams; administering the state floodplain / floodway mapping; allocating and monitoring water use from Lake Michigan; coordinating the National Flood Insurance Program; and administering the nonstructural flood mitigation program.  We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.

Essential Functions

• Under general direction, organizes, plans, executes, controls, and evaluates the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) coordination in the state with emphasis on the major metropolitan area of the six northeastern Illinois counties.
• Serves as NFIP liaison with various state and non-state agencies.
• Determines priorities for floodplain studies based on evaluation of changing hydrologic and land use conditions.
• Develops educational material for the NFIP program.
• Assists mitigation program manager with the review, prioritization, administration, and completion of mitigation projects in the NE area.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. The State of Illinois complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities :

1.  Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.

2 . Valid driver's license.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Agency and Division Statement

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 Water Resources

The Office of Water Resources (OWR) is the lead state agency for water resources planning, navigation, floodplain management, the National Flood Insurance Program, water supply, drought, and interstate organizations on water resources.  Interagency duties include the state water plan, drought response, flood emergency reports, and the comprehensive review of Illinois water use law.   OWR is responsible for construction in the shore waters of Lake Michigan, construction and operation of dams, construction in public bodies of water, and diversion of water from Lake Michigan, and withdrawal of water from three Federal lakes (Shelbyville, Carlyle, and Rend Lakes).  The primary capital activity of the office is in urban flood damage reduction. The office assists units of local government with urban flood damage reduction projects through planning, design, construction, and financial assistance. The urban program also features the acquisition of flood prone homes and businesses.

Work Hours : Monday - Friday 8 : 00 AM - 4 : 30 PM W / 1 hr. Lunch

Work Location : James "Pate" Phillip State Park,   2050 W Stearns Rd, Bartlett, Illinois, 60103

Agency Contact : Vicky Fowler

Email : Vicky.fowler@illinois.gov

Phone # : (217) 785-5387

Posting Group : Leadership & Management

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 : $6,339 - $9,178