ENVIRONMENAL STUDIES COORDINATOR - (TECHNICAL MANAGER IV)

The State of Illinois is hiring an Environmental Studies Coordinator (Technical Manager IV) for the Department of Transportation in Paris, IL. This full-time, salaried position involves directing environmental impact assessments for highway projects, coordinating with agencies, and managing staff. Applicants must have a relevant bachelor's degree and two years of technical writing experience. The closing date for applications is June 17, 2025.
Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Technical Manager IV

Closing Date/Time: 06/17/2025

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,432 Monthly; Full Salary Range: $5,432 - $9,713 Monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Edgar

Number of Vacancies: 1

Plan/BU: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

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 REQ#47546 - IPR#2025-00051

Why Work for Illinois?

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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 responsible for the direction and supervision of the inter-disciplinary identification, evaluation, and documentation of the environmental impact of highway projects within the district, the development of mitigation, and the required coordination and resolution of such impacts with the required review agencies to obtain Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) or state environmental approval of all projects within the district.

Essential Functions
• Directs the activities of the Environmental Unit in the development of studies and reports to achieve environmental approval of the district programs.
• Undertakes necessary agency coordination, approval, and participation, as required, in public involvement activities to obtain environmental approval of district projects.
• Prepares and reviews the environmental portion of consultant contracts, reviews and approves manhours, and carries out coordination necessary for environmental approval of consultant reports.
• Recommends environmental mitigation to the district Studies and Plans Engineer.
• Serves as liaison to other district bureaus, as required, satisfying legal requirements and solving special problems of an environmental nature.
• Trains, motivates, directs, and evaluates seasonal subordinate staff.
• 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 a bachelor’s degree majoring in natural science, environmental science, or a related field PLUS two years of technical writing experience in an environmental studies field OR eight years of technical writing experience in an environmental studies field.

Preferred Qualifications
• A thorough understanding of environmental rules and regulations as they relate to highway engineering.
• Knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process.
• Experience developing plans and project reports.
• Experience planning, organizing, and executing technical program requirements.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• Ability to maintain harmonious relationships with employees, agency officials and the public.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.

Conditions of Employment
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Occasional districtwide travel and some statewide, which may include overnight stays.
• Occasional overtime during evenings and weekends.
• Successful completion of a background screening.
• 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.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire an Environmental Studies Coordinator.

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: 13473 IL Highway 133, Paris, Illinois, 61944

Work Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation/Region 3/District 5/Bureau of Program Development

Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV

Posting Group: Transportation; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

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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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

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