LOCAL STUDIES AND PLANS ENGINEER - (CIVIL ENGINEER VI)
Springfield, IL, US, 62764
Job Requisition ID: 51190 25-00570
Closing Date: 11/19/2025
Agency: Department of Transportation
Class Title: CIVIL ENGINEER VI - PW116
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,517 monthly; Full Range: $7,517-$11,692 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: Teamsters Pro-Tech 916
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.
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:
This position is accountable for planning and directing project development and implementation activities in the
Local Studies and Plans Unit for the local public agency (LPA) program administered through the central Bureau
of Local Roads and Streets. This position has oversight of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process
for LPA projects which includes the coordination of environmental survey requests and the review and approval
of Phase I location, design, and environmental reports. The incumbent is accountable for tracking and monitoring
categorical exclusions per the Programmatic Agreement with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). The
position also oversees the processing and preparation of LPA plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E)
submittals prior to letting for projects included on state and local lettings.
Essential Functions
- Directs the local portion of the department’s letting activities involving project availability, readiness, and
advancement to letting. - Determines eligibility for federal day labor and local-let projects and provides departmental authority to
proceed with work to be done by force account or agreed unit prices by the local public agency (LPA). - Directs pre/post-letting activities and represents the Bureau of Local Roads and Streets (BLRS) on the
department’s pre-letting and award committees. - Provides guidance to the districts and LPAs concerning implementation of complicated designs and
exception approvals. - Directs, monitors, and provides oversight of the federal Emergency Relief (ER) program for LPAs.
- Evaluates and reconciles funding issues at closeout on state-let projects.
- Ensures National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) related environmental clearances are obtained. Tracks
and monitors the categorical exclusion determinations per the Programmatic Agreement with the Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA). - Reviews and approves the eligibility of sole source and equipment rental rate requests.
- Evaluates and coordinates approval of federal time extensions, special authorization requests, and no-build
determinations. - Trains, motivates, 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 Engineer in the state of Illinois.
- Eight years of experience in civil engineering.
- Three years supervising staff and managing engineering functions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of modern methods and procedures of public works engineering.
- Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with staff and the public.
- Ability to interpret, enforce, and evaluate exceptions to department policies.
- Knowledge and experience preparing PS&E documents.
- Knowledge and experience with preparing Phase I reports
- Extensive knowledge of the Section 106 process.
- Extensive knowledge of the Section 4(f) process.
- Extensive knowledge of the overall NEPA process.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires successful completion of a background screening.
- Requires a valid driver’s license.
- Requires frequent district-wide travel.
- 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.
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Local Studies and Plans 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:
- 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: 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM Monday - Friday
Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, Illinois, 62764
Office: Highways Project Implementation/Local Roads and Streets
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation
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.
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.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
- donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Nearest Major Market: Springfield