Airport Environmental & Planning Manager (Technical Manager Iv)
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Job Location:
Springfield, VT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:51037 IPR# 25-00038
Closing Date: 11/14/2025
Agency:Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager IV
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $ 5432 Monthly; Full Range: $ 5432 - $ 9713 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit: NR916 Central Management Services Department of Natural Resources 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 positionMUST apply electronically through the 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 youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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 initiation scope coordination development review and financial management of planning projects and project specific environmental determinations for all Illinois airports and airport project developments. Typical plans studies and activities administered through this position include airport master plans land-use plans and airport layout plans (ALPs) airport site selection studies environmental impact statements assessments hearings and categorical exclusions archeological studies noise studies wildlife site visits hazard assessments management plans and farming plats.
Essential Functions
- Initiates determines scope coordinates develops reviews and manages the financial planning of projects and project specific environmental determinations for all Illinois airports and airport project developments.
- Facilitates and educates public airport sponsors and management to accomplish required federal and state actions in a timely and effective manner and within required standards.
- Establishes budgets reviews airport master and layout plans evaluates new and existing airport site locations coordinates and evaluates environmental assessments relating to plans and prepares technical documents for submission to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
- Addresses environmental and planning issues for all state airports and works with local citizens and other affected groups as an airport advocate while remaining sensitive to public issues.
- Acts as the departments policy and technical expert on all airport planning and environmental matters concerning airports.
- Assists airport sponsors in requesting and developing the Division of Aeronautics annual planning transportation improvement program budget for all planning and environmental work schedules accomplishment of these actions and ensures their accurate and timely completion.
- Directs the development and collection of aeronautical data and documentation used in the preparation of planning and environmental documents.
- Coordinates the development of professional services agreements reviews and approves costs and reviews invoice documentation for audit compliance.
- Participates in site visits to monitor planning projects.
- Testifies at regional and local airport planning and environmental meetings and hearings.
- Evaluates the justification eligibility and viability of new airports and airport expansion sites.
- 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 bachelors degree majoring in science math research public administration or business administration PLUS two years of experience in environmental and community or infrastructure planning OR eight years of experience in environmental and community or infrastructure planning.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in financial management of civil transportation projects and programs.
- Strong organizational leadership and self-motivational skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Experience in presenting technical matters to industry audiences.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a valid drivers license.
- Requires the ability to travel statewide frequently which may include overnight stays.
- Requires successful completion of a background screening.
- This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois GovernmentalEthics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The IllinoisGovernmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees tofile annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will bemade available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statementof Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest withthe 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 an Airport Environmental and Planning Manager.
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 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 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 with a one hour lunch
Work Location: 1 Langhorne Bond Dr Springfield Illinois 62707
Work Office: Office of Aeronautics/Bureau of Airport Engineering
Agency Contact:
Posting Group:Fiscal Finance & Procurement; Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics; Transportation
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Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Daily management
- airfield operations
- Computer Operation
- Management Experience
- Quality Audits
- Federal Aviation Regulations
- Event Marketing
- Project Management Software
- Team Management
- Economic Development
- Supervising Experience
- Aviation Experience
