PLATS & PLANS CREW CHIEF (LAND SURVEYOR III)
Carbondale, IL, US, 62901
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Land Surveyor III
Closing Date/Time: 12/30/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,451 MONTHLY; Full Range $5,451 - $9,409 MONTHLY
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Jackson
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: NR916 Teamsters
*This position is covered by the Revolving Door Prohibition policy.
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 43651 - IPR#47353
Position Overview
This position is responsible for preparing right-of-way (ROW) plans, parcel sketches, legal descriptions, and court exhibits of a complex nature and working directly with field survey notes and title reports. Performing land boundary surveys, courthouse research, communicating with local land surveyors, locating and/or establishing section and quarter section corners, recording of monument records, and determining the location of existing right of way lines.
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.
Essential Functions
- Prepares all district plats, plans and exhibits used in acquisition and condemnation activities.
- Ensures that land surveys are conducted in accordance with the Illinois Revised Statutes.
- Writes accurate and complete legal descriptions used to acquire title to land.
- Trains, motives, and evaluates subordinate 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 Land Surveyor in Illinois.
- Four years of experience in the practice of land surveying.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge and use in Power Geopak and Open Roads Design.
- Thorough knowledge of the principle and practices of land surveying and the use of modern survey equipment.
- Knowledge of real estate procedures.
- Ability to perform difficult technical research and to make competent decisions on survey related matters.
- Ability to supervise survey crew.
- Strong Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong human relations skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
Conditions of Employment
- Valid driver's license.
- Extensive districtwide travel and some statewide, which may include overnight stays.
- Occasional overtime during evenings and weekends.
- Outdoor work in a variety of conditions and weather (hot, cold, wet, windy, muddy) including, but not limited to, active construction sites, roadways open to traffic and/or off-road areas inhabited by insects, snakes, poisonous plants, etc.
- Ability to successfully pass a background check.
- 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 Plat and Plans Crew Chief.
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
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 Hours: 6:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. Tuesday - Friday
Work Location: 2801 W Murphysboro Rd, Carbondale, Illinois, 62901
Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation/Region 5/District 9/Program Development/Land Acquisition
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation
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.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Nearest Major Market: Carbondale