Biological Resources Specialist (Technical Manager IV)

State of Illinois; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Illinois seeks a Biological Resources Specialist (Technical Manager IV) to deliver expert biological and wetland analysis for IDOT projects in Illinois. The role analyzes impacts on natural resources and shapes mitigation strategies, guiding environmental compliance across divisions.

Responsibilities include managing survey requests and coordinating with EPA, Army Corps of Engineers, and other agencies, while providing technical leadership and direction to ensure compliant project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, biological sciences, or ecology with two years of biological and wetland survey experience
• OR eight years of experience with biological and wetland surveys, assessments, and evaluating impacts to natural resources
• Valid driver's license required
• Frequent statewide travel and occasional out-of-state travel with overnight stays
• Working knowledge of geographic information systems (GIS)
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide biological and wetland expertise to analyze project impacts on natural resources and determine mitigation
• Manage environmental survey requests and coordinate with regulatory agencies including EPA and Army Corps of Engineers
• Provide technical guidance to departmental divisions on environmental issues

Skills

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, biological sciences, or ecology

Tools

GIS software

Job description

The Biological Resources Specialist (Technical Manager IV)

provides biological and wetland expertise to the Illinois Department of Transportation, analyzing project impacts on natural resources and determining appropriate mitigation measures. This role manages environmental survey requests, coordinates with regulatory agencies including the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers, and provides technical guidance to departmental divisions. The position is located in Springfield, Illinois, working 8:00 AM–4:30 PM Monday–Friday with a hybrid schedule.

Key qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, biological sciences, or ecology plus two years of biological and wetland survey experience
• OR eight years of experience with biological and wetland surveys, assessments, and evaluating impacts to natural resources
• Valid driver's license required
• Frequent statewide travel and occasional out-of-state travel with overnight stays
• Working knowledge of geographic information systems (GIS)
• Effective oral and written communication skills