Documentation Compliance Reviewer (Engineering Technician Iv

Documentation Compliance Reviewer (Engineering Technician IV)

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Position Overview:

This position is responsible for documentation compliance oversight of improvements funded with Motor Fuel Tax (MFT), Township Bridge Program, State, Federal, and other special funds;
General Obligation and MFT Bonds; and Special Assessments provided by the department for all district Local Public Agencies (LPAs). This position provides assistance to local public agencies, both urban and rural, in the proper documentation of improvements funded with the revenue streams provided by the department and educates the LPAs on hanging statutes, policies, regulations, and programs, including changes related to Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA).

Essential Functions:

Monitors projects for compliance with Bureau of Local Roads and Streets administrative policies, Illinois state statutes, federal regulations, and procedures, and Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) compliance reviews for district Local Public Agencies. Reviews resolutions, maintenance programs, engineering agreements and payments, contract awards, contract changes, contract payments, invoices, bank records, closeout summaries, and other documentation as required. Utilizes the Web Based Motor Fuel Tax (WMFT) system and other systems, verifying entries against documents submitted.

Maintains the WMFT system for tracking compliance reviews of receipts and disbursements of state/federal funds. Coordinates policy and procedure changes and new programs with the Field Engineers, Office Technicians, and local public agency (LPA) s. Coordinates the review of audit reports done by other bureaus/offices/agencies with the Field Engineers, Office Technicians and LPAs. Monitors corrective action required by the Bureau of Local Roads and Streets and provides assistance in resolving problem areas identified by the Bureau of Investigations and Compliance and the Bureau of Business Services.

Works with the central Bureau of Local Roads and Streets to prepare course material and participate in the training of department and LPA personnel. 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 job related technical/science curriculum PLUS five years of engineering experience; OR seven years of engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to perform job duties independently and with minimal guidance/supervision. Strong oral and/or written communication skills; and…