Chief Of Plats And Plans (Land Surveyor IV)

Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Land Surveyor IV

Closing Date/Time: 06/25/2025

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,537 Monthly; Full Range: $5,537 - $9,901 Monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Peoria

Number of Vacancies: 1

Plan/BU: NR916 ProTech 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 REQ#44486 - IPR#47869

Position Overview

This position is accountable for supervising all staff engaged in preparing right-of-way plans, plats, legal descriptions, condemnation exhibits, and for reviewing plats and legal descriptions submitted by consultants.

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

• Plans, coordinates, directs, and supervises all right-of-way activities to prepare plans, plats, legal descriptions, and related documents necessary for the acquisition of right-of-way.
• Reviews all work to ensure that it is complete and accurate, and that it meets scheduling specifications.
• Signs and seals plats developed by the department.
• Ensures that all work by staff consultants is accurate and in conformance with standard specifications, policies, and professional surveying practices.
• Directs the research of ownership and title records; and maintains a permanent library of all warranty deeds, easements, and title policies.
• Trains and evaluates 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

• Current registration as a licensed Professional Land Surveyor in Illinois PLUS six years of experience in the practice of land surveying.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to plan and coordinate work necessary for the acquisition of right-of-way needed for delivery of the district's Multi-Year Program.
• Ability to supervise staff engaged in field or office surveying functions.
• Ability to perform difficult technical research work and to make comprehensive recommendations on surveying problems.
• Effective communication, both orally and in writing, with internal and external contacts.

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.
• Requires a valid driver's license.
• Requires districtwide travel.
• Requires successful completion of a background screening.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Chief of Plats & Plans.

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: 401 Main St, Peoria, Illinois, 61602

Work Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation, Region 3/District 4/Bureau of Program Development

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Posting Group: Transportation; Leadership & Management; Public Safety; 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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Nearest Major Market: Peoria