MOVEABLE BRIDGE OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR (OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR II)
Joliet, IL, US, 60435
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR II - PW752
Closing Date/Time: 10/30/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,750 a month; Full Range: $8,750 - $9,100 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Will
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: Non-Union
*This position is covered by the Revolving Door Prohibition policy.
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 42105 - IPR#47528
Position Overview
This position is accountable for the direct supervision of staff ensuring effective and continuous operation of the district's moveable bridges through effective utilization of operating personnel. The implementation of effective bridge inspection and preventative maintenance programs and supervision and inspection of bridge maintenance and rehabilitation projects are required on all movable bridges.
Essential Functions
- Optimizes the limited available resources to operate and maintain the district’s moveable bridges to ensure that they are always operated in a safe and continuous manner.
- Provides direct employee supervision through the assignment and review of work; approval of time off;
- recommends discipline; prepares and signs performance evaluations; and establishes staffing needs, work hours, and overtime authorization.
- Participates in disciplinary and grievance resolution proceedings in conjunction with Labor Relations. Assists the Labor Relations staff in preparing for work rule negotiations and serves as needed on the Central Work Rule Clarification committee. Assists Labor Relations in negotiations of collective bargaining agreements. May be called upon to participate in the negotiation process.
- Ensures complete and accurate inspection evaluating and reporting of bridge conditions in accordance with federal regulations and guidelines.
- Evaluates and recommends corrective action to alleviate bridge maintenance problems.
- Ensures effective preventative maintenance of moveable bridges.
- Projects short term and long-range bridge maintenance records.
- 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
- Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering, or a related technical/science curriculum PLUS six years of experience in civil engineering, roadway or bridge construction, highway maintenance, traffic operations, public works, or a related field; OR Eight years of experience in engineering technology, civil engineering, roadway or bridge construction, highway maintenance, traffic operations, public works, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supervising a unionized workforce.
- Ability to plan and direct execution of work for efficient accomplishment of program objectives.
- Ability to maintain harmonious relationships with employees, agency officials and the public.
- Working knowledge of the electrical and mechanical systems involved in moveable bridges.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong computer skills.
Conditions of Employment
- Valid driver's license.
- 24-hours a day availability.
- Extensive periods of overtime.
- Successful completion of a background screening.
- 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 Moveable Bridge Operations Supervisor.
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 are available in many 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: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday-Friday (30-Minute Lunch)
Work Location: 105 Bridge St, Joliet, Illinois, 60435
Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation/Region 1/District 1/Bureau of Maintenance
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation ; Environmental & Natural Resources; Public Safety
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.
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Nearest Major Market: Joliet
Nearest Secondary Market: Chicago