Electronic Commerce Section Manager (Senior Public Service Administrator, Option 3)
Springfield, IL, US, 62702
Job Requisition ID: 51208
Posting Date: 11/05/2025
Closing Date: 11/19/2025
Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070
Skill Option: Management Information System/Data Processing/Telecommunications
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $11,833-$12,333/Monthly ($142,000-$148,000/Annually)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment, Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage
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Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as the Manager for the Electronic Commerce Section supporting DoIT/DoR. The DoIT/DoR Team is responsible for the development, implementation, and support of technology solutions that support IDOR initiatives to administer Illinois tax laws and collect tax revenues in a fair, consistent, and efficient manner for the taxpayers and to provide accurate, timely, and reliable funding and information to state and local constituents. This Manager should have in-depth knowledge of the current and up-and-coming trends in the IT field and be highly proficient in the discipline of software development, project management, and team development. To be successful, you will need to be highly analytical and professional and possess effective communication skills and excellent organizational skills. The selected candidate will serve as a full-line supervisor with experience managing customer relationships, collaborating with architects, team leads, developers, quality control, documentation, and management team members. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities and experience, we invite you to apply to join the DoIT team!
As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
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
• Subject to management approval, serves as the Electronic Commerce Section Manager for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Illinois Department of Revenue (DoR) managing the development and maintenance of systems used in the Electronic Commerce Section.
• Assists the Division Manager with short-term and long-range IT strategies and processes.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Coordinates testing and implementation of systems modifications with internal and external agency users and ensures appropriate approvals are obtained.
• Directs technical program budget preparation for the Section; determines, analyzes, and provides Division Manager with justification of expenditure as well as information on feasibility, availability and pricing of technologies and services for the Section.
• 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 with coursework in management information systems, data processing, telecommunications or directly related Information Technology field.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in management information systems, data processing, telecommunications in a public or business Information Technology organization.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience supervising a team of Information Technology professionals in a large and highly complex public or private IT organization.
Preferred Qualifications
• Five (5) years of progressive IT management experience overseeing complex system development initiatives, strategic technology planning, and cross-functional team leadership in a large-scale public or private sector organization.
• Two (2) years of professional experience managing integrated or enterprise-wide information systems, including coordination of multiple subsystems and ensuring data integrity, performance optimization, and operational continuity.
• Five (5) years of professional experience collaborating with business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and translate functional requirements into technical specifications that align with organizational goals and technology standards.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience directing a team of five (5) or more IT professionals, including responsibility for performance management, workload prioritization, staff development and disciplinary actions.
• Five (5) years of professional experience managing full lifecycle software development (SDLC) and change control processes, including establishing and enforcing standards for quality assurance documentation and release management.
• Five (5) years of professional experience conducting project feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis, preparing project proposals, and developing timelines and resource plans to support technology initiatives.
• Five (5) years of experience implementing and maintaining secure data file transmission protocols (e.g., SFTP) and ensuring compliance with information security and data privacy standards.
• Five (5) years of professional experience applying object-oriented programming principles and utilizing technologies such asVB.NET or C#, or comparable languages to support enterprise application development and maintenance.
• Extensive knowledge of managing vendor or contractual staff performance to ensure adherence to project requirements, deliverable timelines, and quality standards.
• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or a related field.
Conditions of Employment
NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.
• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois.
• Requires ability to pass a tax compliance and position specific, agency required background check.
• Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to ¬¬¬¬10 pounds. This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. This job may require a good deal of walking or standing or involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls.
• Requires ability to travel in performance of duties.
• Requires ability to work overtime, serve on an on-call basis, and work outside of normal business hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires adherence to the revolving door restrictions outlined in 5 ILCS 430/5-45. Consequently, employees should be aware that in the event of receiving a non-State employment offer during state employment or within one year immediately following the termination of State employment, they are required to inform the Office of the Executive Inspector General (OEIG) for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor before accepting such non-State employment. Failure to notify the OEIG may result in the imposition of a fine.
• Requires compliance with the provisions outlined in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act, necessitating the occupant of this position to file of a Statement of Economic Interest. Pursuant to the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.), specific state officials and employees are required to annually submit Statements of Economic Interest to the Office of the Secretary of State, which will be accessible to the public for examination and copying. Employees subject to this requirement must also file a Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission, as specified in Executive Order 15-09. Failure to submit these statements in a timely manner may result in fines and penalties.
The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.
Work Hours: M-F; 7:45 AM- 4:15 PM
Work Location: 101 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Agency Contact: Madison Beyer
Email: madison.beyer@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
Revolving Door:
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.
Term Appointment:
Candidates hired into a term position shall be appointed for a term of 4 years and are subject to a probationary period. The term may be renewed for successive four-year terms at the Director of the Department of Innovation and Technology’s discretion.
Statement of Economic Interests:
This position is subject to Statement of Economic Interests filing as required by the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act.
The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation, and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents. DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield