FISCAL ANALYSIS SECTION MANAGER - (TECHNICAL MANAGER VI)
Springfield, IL, US, 62764
Job Requisition ID: 51153 - 25-00012
Closing Date: 11/19/2025
Agency: Department of Transportation
Class Title: TECHNICAL MANAGER VI - PW416
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $9,700 - $10,500 Monthly; Full Range: $9,700-$11,692 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: Non-Union
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Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Department of Transportation must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.
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Position Overview:
This position is accountable for providing revenue and expenditure forecasts, coordinating fiscal information, miscellaneous monitoring, and control functions (such as bond fund expenditure tracking and release) for the department.
Essential Functions
- Provides executive management with timely, accurate, and useful cash forecasts for transportation-related funds.
- Coordinates with the Bureau of Design and Environment on determining the amount of funds available for commitment on each letting.
- Coordinates with the Office of Planning and Programming on establishing the departmental road and bond related programs.
- Coordinates with the Office of Chief Counsel, Chief Procurement Officer, and the Bureau of Innovative Project Delivery on alternative procurement options.
- Maintains status of departmental bond fund authorizations regarding current, pending, and planned obligations.
- Coordinates with the Bureau of Business Services on the proper awarding of the program against appropriations.
- Coordinates with the Offices of Planning and Programming and Intermodal Project Implementation and Bureaus of Design and Environment, Construction, Local Roads and Streets, and Business Services, regarding the monitoring of various stages of the capital program.
- Aids in the development of the annual budget and in the appropriation bill process.
- Analyzes legislation that may have a fiscal impact on transportation related revenues.
- Represents the department on fiscal matters to the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB), General Assembly, Commission on Governmental Forecasting and Accountability, Taxpayers Federation, Secretary of State, and other agencies.
- Assigns projects, determines limits of studies, sets completion dates, and provides assistance as needed on assignments given to subordinates.
- 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 economics or finance PLUS four years of experience forecasting revenues, performing bond financing, state/federal financing, and innovative financing functions; or a combination thereof OR twelve years of experience forecasting revenues, performing bond financing, state/federal financing, and innovative financing functions, or a combination thereof.
- Two years of supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of appropriations and bond finance.
- Ability to analyze legislation quickly and succinctly on revenues, spending, and debt.
- Ability to orally explain complex concepts in novice terms.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Experience with Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint.
Conditions of Employment
- Occasional statewide travel which may include overnight stays.
- Valid driver’s license.
- 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.
- This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
- 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 Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Fiscal Analysis Section Manager.
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 AM - 4:30 PM Monday-Friday
Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, Illinois, 62764
Office: Office of Finance & Administration/Bureau of Budget & Fiscal Management
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation; Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Leadership & Management
- NOTICE: Please note that this position is one of many IDOT positions that has been identified as one that is properly a Personnel Code-covered role. This change does not affect the union status, listed duties, job responsibilities, or working title of Fiscal Analysis Section Manager, but does provide the position with additional job protections not previously available. This position will change from the Technical Manager VI classification to Transportation Public Service Administrator, Opt. 2 in the near future as part of the completion of this ongoing administrative alignment project.
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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