Lead Developer (Information Systems Analyst II, Option W)
Springfield, IL, US, 62702
Job Requisition ID: 48100
Posting Date: 06/25/2025
Closing Date: 07/09/2025
Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology
Class Title: INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST II - 21166
Skill Option: Web Developer
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/25) $7,787 a month; Full Range $7,787 - $11,450 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063
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.
Proof of educational coursework is required. Acceptable proof of coursework includes unofficial transcripts, copies of official transcripts, account records (including screenshots) of academic coursework, and any similar documents created by an academic institution.
The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking a highly skilled and organized individual to serve as Lead Developer providing a full range of complex professional and advisory functions in information technology (IT) web applications services supporting the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDoR), by developing and managing public-facing browser-based websites using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), SharePoint, and Dreamweaver, demonstrating an in-depth understanding of web programming languages including HTML, CSS, FormCalc, JavaScript, and JSON. In this role, you will serve as a project coordinator for full range of major/complex projects. In addition, you will analyze and recommend new procedures and techniques to improve supported websites and web applications., serving as the primary support for scheduled and remedial maintenance to assigned websites. If you possess these skills and experience, we invite you to apply for this position with DoIT!
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
- Under administrative direction, serves as a Lead Developer for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDoR) providing a full range of complex professional and advisory functions in information technology (IT) web applications services.
- Serves as project/team leader on highly complex projects while independently planning, developing, and implementing techniques for gathering and interpreting data.
- Analyzes and recommends new procedures and techniques to improve supported websites and web applications.
- Serves as the primary support for scheduled and remedial maintenance to assigned websites and web applications.
- Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
- 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 four (4) years college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.
- Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Web Services or a related Information Technology field.
Specialized Skills
- Requires three (3) years professional experience as a SharePoint site administrator, managing websites using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), or other web content management system, including end-to-end site configuration, maintenance, and publishing.
- Requires three (3) years professional experience designing and developing web applications using HTML, CSS, FormCalc, JavaScript, and JSON.
- Requires three (3) years professional experience creating business process automation functions using tool such as LiveCycle/AEM Forms Designer and Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps).
Preferred Qualifications
- Three (3) years professional experience as a SharePoint site administrator, managing websites using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), or other web content management system, including end-to-end site configuration, maintenance, and publishing.
- Three (3) years professional experience designing and developing web applications using HTML, CSS, FormCalc, JavaScript, and JSON.
- Three (3) years professional experience creating business process automation functions using tool such as LiveCycle/AEM Forms Designer and Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps).
- One (1) year professional experience supporting website development using systems analysis methodologies, including the preparation technical specifications, process documentation, procedures, and end-user instructional materials.
- One (1) year professional experience applying accessibility standards (e.g., Section 508) and using tools such as Site Improve or comparable accessibility compliance platforms to ensure accessible public-facing websites.
- One (1) year professional experience leveraging Adobe Analytics or similar tools to monitor user behavior, generate dashboards, and inform content strategy through data analysis.
- One (1) year professional experience performing scheduled and remedial maintenance for websites and web applications, including incident response and performance tuning.
- Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex web development issues and implement optimized, scalable solutions.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders, end users, and team members to gather requirements and deliver user-centered web solutions.
- Developed verbal and written communication skills to clearly present technical information and training to both technical staff and non-technical end users.
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 the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background and a tax compliance check.
- Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
- Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone and any other required equipment or devices.
- Requires the ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training to remain current on methods, tools, ideologies or other industry related topics relevant to job duties.
- Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 20 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.
- Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
- Requires the ability to serve in an on-call capacity.
The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description
Work Hours: M-F; 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Work Location: 101 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Agency Contact: Madison Beyer
Email: madison.beyer@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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.
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.
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
Nearest Major Market: Springfield