BUREAU CHIEF FREIGHT RAIL MANAGEMENT (TECHNICAL MANAGER VII)
Chicago, IL, US, 60602
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager VII
Closing Date/Time: 12/23/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,165 MONTHLY; Full Range $7,165 - $11,660 MONTHLY
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: Non-Union
*This position is covered by the Revolving Door Prohibition policy.
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Posting Identification Number 40307 - IPR#46570
Position Overview
This position is accountable for managing the state’s Chicago Region Environmental and Transportation Efficiency (CREATE) and freight rail programs and working to assure continuation or creation of freight rail services required by the public.
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.
Essential Functions
- Manages the Illinois CREATE and freight rail programs effectively by the prudent and cost-effective application of available state and private funding resources.
- Maintains constructive and productive relationships with railroad companies and organizations, both private and public agencies, within and outside the state of Illinois.
- Provides effective and timely input to the department’s management concerning CREATE and freight railroad service issues.
- Coordinates rail programs and actions with other appropriate offices of the department.
- Manages consultants overseeing the project implementation of the CREATE program by reviewing technical reports, environmental documents, rail corridor modelling, project plans, specifications, cost estimates, and construction staging plans and negotiating agreements for rail construction projects.
- Evaluates and develops staff to maintain a high level of employee morale and work performance.
- Works with the Deputy Director of Railroads to set priorities and timelines.
- 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 a bachelor's degree majoring in construction management, business administration, management, public administration, or communication plus six years of progressively responsible managerial experience with rail planning, rail design, rail construction, agreement negotiations, rail programs, or a combination thereof, OR
- Fourteen years of progressively responsible managerial experience with rail planning, rail design, rail construction, agreement negotiations, rail programs, or a combination thereof.
- Three years of supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with railroad corporations and private companies relating to the CREATE program.
- Understanding of rail design criteria, rail project scoping documents, rail project scheduling, rail project cost estimation, risk management, and agreement content.
- Experience negotiating agreements with railroad corporations and private companies.
- Ability to effectively lead, direct, and manage staff.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to plan and adapt as priorities and issues change.
- Understanding of rail state, federal, and local funding programs and constraints.
Conditions of Employment
- Valid driver's license.
- Occasional statewide travel with overnight stays.
- Successful completion of a background screening.
- The Conditions of Employment listed here are incorporated an related to any of the jobs duties as listed in the job description.
Agency Mission Statement:
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Bureau Chief Freight Rail Management.
The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois.
Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.
The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling).
- Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Pension Plan
- (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
- Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually.
- New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually.
- Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually.
- (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.
Work Hours: 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. Monday - Friday
Work Location: 69 W Washington St Chicago, IL 60602-3134
Office: Office of Intermodal Project Implementation/Bureau of Freight Rail Management
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation; Leadership & Management; Public Safety
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.
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Nearest Major Market: Chicago