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GFT.

Technical Agreement Specialist

Schaumburg, IL

$85K - $125K/yr

This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at the District 1 IDOT office in Schaumburg, IL. GFT's Transportation team offers the opportunity to engage in transformative ...

GFT.

Technical Agreement Specialist

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$85K - $125K/yr

This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at the District 1 IDOT office in Schaumburg, IL. GFT's Transportation team offers the opportunity to engage in transformative ...

Baxter & Woodman

Construction Engineer III

Rockford, IL · On-site +1

$90K - $115K/yr

About the role, Your Impact Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Construction Engineer III to assist with projects located throughout IDOT District 2. The candidate selected for this ...

D escoto Inc

Project Engineer V

Chicago, IL · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

IDOT, Illinois Tollway, Cook County DOTH, DuPage County DOT, CDOT, and other municipalities. POSITION FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Prepare and review transportation engineering design ...

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What is the difference between Idot Job vs Civil Engineer?

AspectIdot JobCivil Engineer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, specialized trainingBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, licensure often required
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, transportation departmentsDesign offices, construction sites, consulting firms
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily state transportation departments, infrastructure projectsEngineering firms, government agencies, private sector
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Idot Jobs typically focus on transportation infrastructure, requiring specialized training and working mainly in construction and maintenance. Civil Engineers have a broader scope, including design, planning, and overseeing projects, often with a formal engineering degree and licensure. While both roles are involved in infrastructure projects, Idot Jobs are more operational and technical, whereas Civil Engineers are more involved in planning and design.

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Senior Habitat Specialist (Crew Lead)

Senior Habitat Specialist (Crew Lead)

Pheasants Forever

Mundelein, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 12 hours ago

Job description

Application Deadline: July 5, 2026
Anticipated Start Date: July/August 2026
Starting Salary: $55,000-75,000 commensurate with experience + benefits (see our benefits summary at www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs).
Overview: Work in a joint capacity with Pheasants Forever, Inc., and Quail Forever (PFQF) and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to enhance and increase wildlife and pollinator habitat within designated roadside prairie and landscape-level resource management areas across Central Illinois (IDOT Districts 5 and 6).
This position is for a full-time, permanent employee of Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever. This new and unique partnership will allow for varied field duties including prescribed fire, natural community identification and management, invasive species control, crew leadership, and project coordination among multiple organizations.
Duties: The incumbent will lead a team of four (4) habitat specialist crew members as they work with partners to coordinate and conduct wildlife habitat management practices throughout Central Illinois (IDOT Districts 5 and 6). Major responsibilities include:
  • Implement habitat management work on IDOT ROW that includes but is not limited to edge feathering, herbicide application, burn line construction and prescribed burning, invasive/exotic plant control, native shrub establishment and native grass/forb establishment.
  • Procure supplies and equipment following IDOT/Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever best management practices. 
  • Coordinate project prioritization and schedules.
  • Management of four habitat specialist crew members.
  • Provide habitat management technical assistance and information to IDOT.
  • Assist with grant reporting duties in conjunction with partnership agreement.
  • Serve as burn boss for prescribed fires.
  • Ensure habitat management activities are accurately reported, mapped and entered on time.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Job may require odd hours and travel/time away from home.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
  • A solid understanding of environmental, ecological, and/or natural resource science.  Education may be substituted for experience determined by the partners to be relevant.  Preference will be given to candidates with bachelor’s degrees with an emphasis in ecology, forestry, or wildlife management.
  • At least one year of experience conducting upland habitat management, prescribed burning, operating tractors and agricultural implements (disking, mowing, fire line creation, etc.), identification and control of invasive species and other undesired vegetation
  • Safe transportation/hauling of equipment.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners, colleagues, and partner agencies.
  • Experience in GIS systems and mapping
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision.
  • Knowledge of wildlife ecology, and grassland management, including the ability to utilize various habitat management equipment and tools in the development of wildlife habitat.
  • Ability to successfully pass an arduous pack test annually.
  • Ability to lift 50+ pounds safely and repeatedly.
  • Excellent verbal/written communication and organizational skills.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Ability to operate and maintain equipment such as ATV’s, UTV’s, trucks and power tools such as chainsaws.
  • Have or be able to attain an Illinois Right-of-Way (ROW) pesticide applicator license within 6 months of start date.
  • Proven fireline leadership abilities, including leading prescribed fires.
  • Proven abilities to write burn plans.
  • Minimum: Prescribed Fire Course Work: S130/S190, IS-100.C, IS700.b, L180
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Two years of proven experience in managing a work team.
  • Two years of experience conducting prescribed burns.
  • Desired: Prescribed Coursework: Same as Minimum plus: S131, S-290 and a Rx burn plan writing course.
  • Two years of experience using mechanical or chemical methods for controlling invasive species.
  • Two years of experience operating and maintaining tractors, discs, and planting equipment.
Training and Experience Guideline: Any combination of training and/or experience that will enable the applicant to possess the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.  More than one year of work experience in a wildlife, forestry, or agricultural-related job.  Applicants with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Wildlife Management or closely related natural resources field and/or related field experience are preferred. Continued training and professional development opportunities will be provided.
To Apply: Please combine your cover letter, resume and 3 references into a single Word document or PDF file before uploading as part of your application on our recruitment website: www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs.
If you have questions about the position, contact Katie Kauzlarich-Stockman, PF/QF Illinois State Coordinator, at kkauzlarich@pheasantsforever.org or (309) 264-1678.
 
Pheasants Forever is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, disability status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including but not limited to selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

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