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INTELLIGENT TRANS SYSTEMS TECH (ENGINEERING TECH V)

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

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To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students.  To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history.  Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history.  To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.
Date:  Sep 30, 2025
Location: 

Schaumburg, IL, US, 60196

Job Requisition ID:  50129

Job Requisition ID: 50129 IPR #25-00571
Closing Date: 10/15/2025
​Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN V
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,432 Monthly; Full Range: $5,432 - $9,713 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Protech Tech Teamsters

 

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.

 

Position Overview 

 

This position is accountable for coordinating the technical aspects of the operation of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) components throughout the state including the review of specifications, special provisions, and contracts relating to ITS hardware and software, tracking and inventory of fiber optic assets and agreements, and providing ITS network and hardware and software support to the district offices and Bureau of Operations staff.

 

Essential Functions

  • Reviews and develops specifications, special provisions, and contracts for the installation and maintenance of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) elements including dynamic message signs, video surveillance cameras, network switches/repeaters, and fiber optic cable.
  • Performs field maintenance of ITS elements and provides ITS element and communication network support to the district offices.
  • Maintains knowledge of the latest ITS technologies and helps determine how these technologies can be incorporated into the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT’s) ITS system.
  • Maintains information regarding the locations and valuations of state-owned fiber optic cable used for ITS applications, broadband connections, and other communication connections.
  • Develops annual fiber optic installation reports that are submitted to the General Assembly.
  • Serves as liaison with the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) to ensure fiber optic information is correct and current.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Completion of two years of college in civil engineering technology, pre-engineering or a jobrelated technical/science curriculum PLUS six years of engineering experience; OR Eight yearsof engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with traffic operations and ITS.
  • Field experience in repairing/troubleshooting ITS/traffic signal hardware.
  • Ability to establish and maintain fiber optic and information technology (IT) networks.
  • Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with co-workers, other state and local agency staff, traffic industry organization personnel, and the public.

Conditions of Employment

  • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
  • Requires a valid driver’s license.
  • Requires frequent state-wide travel with overnight stays.
  • Requires successful completion of a background screening.
  • 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. 

Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday
Work Location: 201 Center Ct, Schaumburg, Illinois, 60196

Work Office: Highways Project Implementation, Bureau of Operations

Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV

Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics; Transportation

 

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.

 

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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The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com


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