KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT UNIT CHIEF - (TECHNICAL MANAGER VI)
Springfield, IL, US, 62704
Job Requisition ID: 54024 IPR#25-00933
Opening Date: 03/09/2026
Closing Date: 03/23/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager VI
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $ 7,076 Monthly; Full Range: $ 7,076 - $ 11,692 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Protech 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 creating, managing, and implementing a taxonomy utilized within the department to help ensure that critical knowledge, information, and controlled departmental documents are widely accessible and usable via the Information Resource Center. In addition, this position coordinates with department offices and bureaus to determine information resources needs and determine acquisition timing and quantity. This position works with communities of practice within the department, especially non-engineering staff, to identify information needs for their areas of expertise and develop and advance acquisition strategies. This position develops the annual budget for memberships and subscriptions and technical reference publications (e.g.,standards, codes, etc.). This position manages the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) committee appointments and oversees procurement and storage of AASHTO electronic publications.
Essential Functions
- Directs and administers the activities of the Knowledge Management Unit.
- Creates, manages, and implements a taxonomy for transportation terms used within the department.
- Ensures that critical knowledge, information, and controlled departmental documents are widely accessible and usable via the Information Resource Center.
- Develops a coordinated policy to capture knowledge and employ knowledge management strategies within the Department in order to promote performance, innovation, the sharing of lessons learned, and continuous organizational improvement.
- Utilizes knowledge capture to assist bureaus, Offices, and Divisions with developing succession management and staff transition strategies that prevent a loss of institutional knowledge and/or functional efficiencies.
- Recommends resource allocation and provides input on legislative changes to information management practices.
- Trains, motivates, and evaluates subordinate personnel to ensure their effectiveness.
- 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 library science, information management, public administration, project management or a combination thereof PLUS Four years of experience managing complex projects, managing and implementing policies procurements or a combination thereof OR Twelve years of experience in public transportation, public administration, managing complex projects, managing and implementing policies, procedures, or a combination thereof.
- Two years of supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proven ability to lead, direct, and manage staff.
- Expertise in developing and administering knowledge management activities.
- Working knowledge of agency programs and service objectives, activities, and operational systems.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of BidBuy or other procurement systems.
- Ability to communicate effectively at various professional levels in both oral and written formats.
- Good organizational, leadership, and self-motivational skills.
- Ability to maintain cooperative relationships.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a valid driver’s license.
- Occasional statewide and out-of-state 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.
- 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 Knowledge Management Unit Chief.
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 (one hour lunch)
Work Location: 126 E Ash St, Springfield, Illinois, 62704
Work Office: Office of Planning & Programming/ Bureau of Research
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics; Leadership & Management; 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.
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield