Project Manager (PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR OPT. 1)
Springfield, IL, US, 62702
Job Requisition ID: 56246
Opening Date: 05/19/2026
Closing Date: 06/03/2026
Agency:Department of Revenue
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: $8,281 - $9,096/mo.; ($99,372 - $109,152/yr.)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Managerial Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage
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Position Overview
Would you like to work for a professional organization which provides steady hours and an exceptional benefits package? How about a workplace with career and personal growth opportunities? Then consider working for the Illinois Department of Revenue. We are hiring a Project Manager (Public Service Administrator Opt.1) for our Springfield, Illinois location. This position is responsible for overseeing year-end testing and ensuring legislation is properly implemented, as well as managing other projects. If you are highly organized, have good communication skills, and work well with others, then we want you! Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Apply now before time runs out!
Essential Functions
- Under general direction, manages and coordinates complex projects that are strategic, complex, sensitive or controversial in nature from start to finish with full ownership over project quality that are critical to the mission of the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR).
- Leads projects that are necessary due to the impact of legislation on IDOR Program Areas.
- Plans, develops and manages projects’ organizational structure, approach, scope, project specific standards and work plans for assigned projects.
- Manages project teams.
- For assigned projects, monitors and measures the progress of projects through to completion.
- Develops and executes test strategies, plans and scenarios for assigned projects.
- Manages and monitors project budgets.
- Recommends policies and procedures for project governance which assures that the audit trail is present and accurate, and that the work is in compliance with relevant methodology components, standards and processes.
- Conducts research regarding legislation, laws, rules, policies, technology and industry best practices related to business process improvement or project management and makes recommendations for changes to processes, policies and/or procedures to Executive Management.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
- Requires prior experience equivalent to three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
Preferred Qualifications
- Three (3) years of project management experience, to include managing and leading project teams.
- Three (3) years of experience utilizing project management software/tools, e.g., Microsoft Project, Delivery Workbench or similar software/tools.
- Two (2) years of experience performing research to prepare detailed project plans and impact records.
- Two (2) years of experience preparing and maintaining complex statistical and informational reports.
- Advanced proficiency utilizing Microsoft SharePoint or similar collaboration software.
- Advanced proficiency utilizing Microsoft Word or similar word processing software.
- Advanced proficiency utilizing Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet processing software.
- Possession of Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to successfully complete a tax compliance and fingerprint-based background check.
- Requires Project Management Professional (PMP) certification within the first year of employment.
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
- Requires the ability to use and secure a state issued mobile device, e.g., cellular phone, laptop computer, tablet, etc.
- 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.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:30am - 5pm
Headquarter Location: 101 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Brent Stice
Email: Brent.Stice@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management
Agency statement
The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is responsible for administering the state's tax laws and collecting taxes in a fair, consistent, and efficient manner. Their goal is to provide accurate, timely, and reliable funding and information to both state and local communities. By implementing best practices, IDOR works to continuously improve and enhance accuracy, efficiency, and productivity across all areas of operations and tax administration. In doing so, they aim to earn respect, deliver value, and serve as a trusted source of information for the public.
IDOR is a professional governmental entity that prioritizes its employees and actively invests in their success through comprehensive training and engagement. As the proud Platinum recipient of the 2026 Bell Seal for workplace mental health, IDOR cultivates an environment that encourages open dialogue and collaboration on mental health issues. With a strong commitment to diversity—both culturally and professionally—IDOR believes that this inclusive approach leads to a more productive workplace, ultimately benefiting the citizens and taxpayers of Illinois.
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.
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:
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield