ASSISTANT EMERGENCY TRAFFIC PATROL MGR (OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR I)

Job Requisition ID: 51694 IPR#: 25-00341
Closing Date: 12/09/2025
​Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Operations Supervisor I
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $7,608 - $9,603
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 3
Bargaining Unit: Non-Union

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

 

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Department of Transportation must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

 

 

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.

 

Position Overview 

 

This position is accountable for maintaining the safe and efficient flow of traffic on the Chicago Metropolitan Area Expressway System by providing effective incident management at expressway crash scenes and responses to requests for motorist aid.

Essential Functions

• Maintains acceptable standards of productivity through the effective organization of work crews, the proper allocation of resources, continuous equipment usage, and proper employee assignment and motivation.
• Participates in disciplinary and grievance resolution proceedings. Conducts, as required, investigations in conjunction with the district’s administrative staff and the district’s Emergency Traffic Patrol (ETP) Manager.
• Develops, trains, motivates, and evaluates subordinate staff to perform tasks effectively and safely.
• Recognizes, recommends, and implements procedures to optimize the utilization of manpower, equipment, and funding.
• Provides up-to-date emergency services and freeway incident management.
• 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 two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering, or a related technical/science curriculum PLUS five years of experience in civil engineering, roadway construction highway maintenance, traffic operations, public works, or a related field; OR Seven years of experience in engineering technology, civil engineering, roadway construction, highway maintenance, traffic operations, public works, or a related field.
• Two years of supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with the Federal Highway Administration's Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and its application to incident management.
• Ability to plan and direct the efforts of employees for efficient accomplishment of Emergency Traffic Patrol's program objectives.
• Ability to maintain harmonious relationships with employees, agency officials, various law enforcement and emergency agencies, trucking associations, news media, vendors, equipment manufacturers, and the public.
• Strong oral and/or written communication skills.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires the ability to climb in and out of large fleet trucks independently, utilizing available hand and footholds.
• Requires the ability to travel district-wide frequently.
• Requires the ability to work overtime, outside of regular office hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Requires successful completion of a background screening.
• Certain provisions of the revolving doo