Civil Engineer - #1409663

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The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County provides opportunities for

people to connect with nature. We offer to the public 60 forest

preserves, 166 miles of trails, 47 miles of rivers and streams, and 6

nature and cultural centers. We have 6 million visitors each year.

The district\'s mission is, \"to acquire and hold lands containing

forests, prairies, wetlands and associated plant communities or lands

capable of being restored to such natural conditions for the purpose of

protecting and preserving the flora, fauna, and scenic beauty for the

education, pleasure, and recreation of its citizens.

• Job Summary**\
  
  

This position applies civil engineering practices to the planning,

design, and construction of the district\'s public works engineering

projects. Work involves intensive design, calculations, research and

technical reports, and preparing regulatory permit submittals necessary

for implementation of capital improvement projects.

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**\
  
  

Prepare engineering plans, specifications, bid documents, volume

calculations, quantity take-offs, and cost estimates for construction

projects, including parking lots, preserve roads, recreational trails

and bridges, site utilities, storm water management facilities,

shoreline/stream bank/slope stabilization, and wetland

restoration/creation, and riparian mitigation.\

Assist in the preparation of exhibits, reports and calculations

necessary to obtain construction permits from federal, state and local

agencies.\

Assist with the evaluation of the hydrologic, hydraulic, environmental,

and economic feasibility of water resources projects including flood

control, erosion control and drainage problems.\

Conduct field reconnaissance surveys and prepare site layouts,

topographic maps, grading plans, and generate cross-sections/profiles.\

Inspect the work of contractors to ensure compliance with contract

specifications, construction drawings, and permit requirements.\

Prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.\

Supervise assigned personnel.\

Foster a working environment that promotes safe work habits; Become

familiar with and observe all applicable safety rules, policies, and

work procedures; Follow all safety rules that pertain to the duties

performed and support all aspects of the district\'s safety and risk

management program; Keep work area clean, orderly, and free of hazards;

Immediately report all unsafe conditions and incidents.\

Maintain a supportive working environment and demonstrate a desire to

exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.\

Perform Other Duties As Required.

• Requirements:**\
  
  

Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.\

Bachelor\'s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field; 4 - 6 years of

related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training,

and experience.\

Valid Driver\'s License in good standing.\

Medical clearance to wear a respirator.\

Understanding of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements

relevant to design and construction projects.\

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including word processing and

spreadsheet applications, AutoCAD Civil 3D for designing and drafting

civil engineering plans.\

Well-versed in various modeling programs such as HEC-1, TR-20, HEC-RAS,

Hydraflow, HY-8, etc., for water flow and stormwater management

analysis.\

Capable of prioritizing and managing multiple tasks and projects to meet

deadlines and objectives.\

Registered Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois, or the

ability to obtain licensure within one (1) year.\

Demonstrated success in establishing and maintaining productive working

relationships.\

Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.\

Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate ecords and data.

• Hours:**Full-Time, Monday-Friday.
• Starting Salary:**\$88,774 - 99,965.
  
  

Eligible for performance review and possible pay increases biannually.

• Benefits:**Medical (PPO and HMO plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield),
  
  

Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account for Health and/or Dependent

accounts, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, 12 paid Holidays, 12

paid Vacation Days, 5 paid Personal Days, 8 paid sick days, Pension

through Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), 457 Retirement Plan.

Annual safety boot and glasses allowance.

• Work Location:**Headquarters Building in Wheaton, IL.
  
  

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is committed to fostering

a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect,

integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Our organization provides equal

employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment

and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard

to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,

genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity

or expression, or any other char