HIGHWAY ENGINEER IV - PROJECT STUDIES (DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS) -SEIU 73

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Job Summary

Performs a variety of engineering duties of substantial difficulty in the preliminary engineering and environmental (Phase I) area of specialization. Apply engineering principles and practices with a minimum of technical supervision. Conducts and supervises the necessary engineering calculations and preparation of plans, specifications, estimates, studies, and reports associated with preliminary engineering and environmental (Phase I) studies prepared for major transportation improvements. Serves as a project team representative at public information meetings and/or coordination meetings with municipalities, agencies, or other stakeholders for Phase I transportation projects. Assumes primary responsibility over multiple projects. Plans and directs the activities of professional and support staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. A valid Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Illinois is required.
• Six (6) years’ work experience in design or engineering studies related to transportation infrastructure is required.
• Within these minimum six (6) years’ experience, a minimum three (3) years of work experience in active preparation and/or managing preliminary engineering and environmental (Phase I) studies with experience in at least three (3) of the following four (4) categories, is required:
• Designation as a Project Manager, Project Coordinator, or Project Engineer for a minimum of at least three (3) Phase I studies processed through IDOT or a different state DOT.
• Preparation and/or review of Phase I Project Development Reports and/or Combined Design Reports prepared to IDOT (or a different state DOT) standards,
• Preparation and/or review of preliminary (30%) engineering drawings for transportation projects..
• Serving as a project team representative at public information meetings and/or coordinationmeetings with municipalities, agencies, or other stakeholders for Phase I transportation projects.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required.

This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process.

Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.

• Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Other Characteristics

• Experience with the preparation and/or oversight of Phase I studies for transportation projects following the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written formats to internal and external entities.
• Extensive knowledge and application of professional engineering principles and practices for preparation of plans, specifications, contracts, estimates, technical analyses and reports for transportation projects.
• Knowledge and familiarity with departmental policies and procedures, State and Federal Highway policies, principles, programs and regulations.
• Ability to handle several routine assignments, coordinate, and oversee complicated and challenging elements of a single assignment with minimal training and oversight.
• Ability to assume total responsibility for completeness and accuracy of multiple projects.
• Ability to plan, organize and manage work of technical and support staff as well as external vendors.
• Ability to motivate staff to achieve County and departmental performance goals.
• Ability to incorporate areas of expertise outside of own work unit to complete assignments.
• Ability to use technical software and databases to perform engineering and project tracking functions.
• Ability to travel to various work locations throughout Cook County.

Physical Requirements:

Light Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job/occupation is rated Light Work when it requires: (1) walking or standing to a significant degree; (2) sitting most of the time while pushing or pulling arm or leg controls; or (3) working at a production

Please contact [email protected] for inquiries about this position.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE

When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.
• IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION “Are you a military veteran?”
• ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).

The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact [email protected]

VETERAN MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Voluntary Benefits
• You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF
• For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link:
• For eligible employees the County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.

Hourly Wage: $47.813.

• This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen, and medical examination.

Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty , 44-56 Political Discrimination ; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification ; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List ; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)

EEO Statement

Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.

NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Social Media Disclaimer

The County’s hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County’s hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.

Job Posting

Feb 6, 2026, 6:28:56 PM

Organization

Offices Under the President

Work Locations

Cook County Administration 69 W. Washington