Dig Once Manager
Chicago, IL, US, 60661
Job Requisition ID: 49001
Closing Date: 10/06/2025
Agency: Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Class Title: EXECUTIVE II - 13852
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,589 monthly; Full Range $6,589- $9,541 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
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.
Posting Overview
The Dig Once Manager is responsible for leading the implementation of the Dig Once Act and improving access to and use of broadband infrastructure statewide. This position will increase efficiency and safety around broadband deployment, identifying ways to effectively leverage dark fiber and planned capital projects to increase affordable and quality broadband access statewide. The ideal candidate will have experience serving as a technical project manager on an infrastructure project, be familiar with broadband deployment best practices and right-of-way rules and regulations, and be a strong relationship builder, project manager, and creative problem-solver. The Dig Once Manager will build and maintain a map and inventory of dark fiber, conduit, poles, and other public infrastructure to improve processes, communication, and coordination between state agencies and entities deploying broadband service.
Join a dynamic and growing team during a historic time for broadband policy in Illinois. We welcome all to apply.
Essential Functions
- Implements program policy for the Dig Once Act and related right-of-way and pole access procedures.
- Serves as a liaison between broadband and government stakeholders through the Dig Once Committee.
- Creates and maintains maps, inventories, and other technical documentation related to fiber, poles, and public right-of-way.
- Participates in broadband presentations, workshops, and conferences.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
- Requires two (2) years of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
Specialized Skills
Of the required years of experience noted above:
- Requires three (3) years of experience managing technical infrastructure, broadband, or related construction projects.
- Requires three (3) years of experience using geographic information system (GIS) mapping software to facilitate or manage infrastructure projects.
- Requires three (3) years of experience in broadband deployment.
- Requires three (3) years of experience building and managing external stakeholder relationships.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefer three (3) years of experience managing technical infrastructure, broadband, or related construction projects.
- Prefer three (3) years of experience using geographic information system (GIS) mapping software to facilitate or manage infrastructure projects.
- Prefer three (3) years of experience in broadband deployment.
- Prefer three (3) years of experience building and managing external stakeholder relationships.
- Prefers two (2) years or more of experience in a public sector or government-facing broadband role.
- Prefer three (3) years of experience in data analysis using software such as R, Python, or comparable tool.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
- Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
- Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency
The mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators, investing in communities, strengthening Illinois’ world-class workforce, fostering innovation, and ushering in the new clean energy economy, DCEO works to fortify Illinois’ reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live, work and do business.
Work Hours: Mon - Fri 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Work Location: 555 W Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois, 60661
Agency Contact: CEO.HR@illinois.gov (FOR INQUIRIES ONLY - INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE)
Posting Group: Leadership & Management
This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
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- donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Nearest Major Market: Chicago