Description
DESCRIPTION:
The Village of Glen Ellyn is seeking a meticulous full-time Development Engineer with strong communication, technical, and organizational skills. The Development Engineer is responsible for reviewing residential and commercial plans, blueprints, and specifications for new construction projects and renovations to ensure compliance with all applicable codes.
The successful candidate will have excellent customer service skills and be able to effectively communicate with co-workers, residents, consultants, and members of the development community. Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to prioritize requests and responsibilities with accuracy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Private Development & Engineering Review
- Review civil site plans (grading, stormwater, erosion control, geometrics, utilities) and supporting reports and documents for private development projects
- Review plans and reports for Village capital improvement projects for compliance with stormwater regulations
- Coordinate internal and consultant reviews; ensure compliance with Village, County, State, and Federal regulations
- Attend development review meetings and assist with pre-application consultations
Stormwater & Floodplain Management
- Serve as the Village’s SFPO Administrator and manage the Village’s participation in the Community Rating System program
- Review elevation certificates, determine floodplain compliance, and respond to LOMA/LOMR requests
- Provide drainage inspections and technical guidance to residents and property owners
- Serve as coordinator for the Village’s FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) program
- Assist the Public Works Department with administration and enforcement of the Village’s NPDES MS4 permit
Project Oversight & Inspections
- Conduct and coordinate site inspections
- Manage project close-out and public improvement acceptance processes
- Oversee Letters of Credit (LOCs) related to development projects
Policy & Code Support
- Draft or revise Village codes and standards related to stormwater and infrastructure
- Assist with enforcement actions, including preparation for hearings or legal proceedings
- Maintain and update the Village’s engineering specifications and fee-in-lieu programs
Consultant & Project Management
- Manage consultants performing stormwater, civil, or environmental engineering work
- Prepare scopes, review proposals, track progress, approve invoices, and monitor budgets
- Design and manage small-scale public infrastructure improvement projects as needed
Resident & Interdepartmental Support
- Respond to resident drainage concerns and provide site-specific recommendations
- Coordinate with Community Development staff for plan reviews, public hearings, agreements, and reports
- Attend evening meetings (Plan Commission, Village Board) as needed to present technical information
Additional Responsibilities
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and best practices in stormwater management and municipal engineering
- Prepares reports, analyses, and recommendations for internal and external use
- Supports the Village’s emergency response and continuity efforts as a trained team member
SALARY/BENEFITS:
This is a full-time, non-exempt position with full benefits and participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), a defined benefit retirement plan. Our comprehensive benefits package also includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life/AD&D coverage, flexible spending, transit, a 457 deferred compensation plan, paid time off, a wellness incentive program, and tuition reimbursement. The current salary range for this position is $99,808 to $139,732 (Grade Q). Anticipated starting salary is +/- $120,000. Actual starting salary is negotiable and will be dependent upon qualifications, experience, and professional achievement.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and employment application (click here) to applicants@glenellyn.org. Hard copies (faxed, mailed, hand-delivered) of resumes will be declined.
2. Applicants must indicate (Job ID: #42-25 – Development Engineer) in the subject line of their e-mail.
3. The selected finalist will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, reference check, and post-offer medical physical with a drug screening.
4. The position is open until filled; however, first review of applicants will begin on November 3, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Candidates requiring reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact Human Resources at 630-469-5000.
THE VILLAGE OF GLEN ELLYN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Requirements
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent
- Experience in stormwater and floodplain management including enforcement of SFPO requirements
- Illinois Registered Professional Engineer
- Possession of a valid driver’s license
- Certified Floodplain Manager preferred
- Strong knowledge of modern principles and practices of civil engineering, infrastructure design, and stormwater management issues in a local government setting.
- Working knowledge of GIS and AutoCAD. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic plan review (Bluebeam) software.
- Knowledge of DuPage County Stormwater and Floodplain Ordinance and Village, State and Federal rules, regulations and codes pertaining to development, construction, and stormwater management
