SERVICES DEVELOPMENT SECTION CHIEF (TECHNICAL MANAGER V)
Springfield, IL, US, 62764
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager V
Closing Date/Time: 07/01/2025
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,519 monthly; Full Range $6,519-$10,831 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: NR916 Pro Tech 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.
Posting Identification Number REQ#47913 - IPR#2025-00082
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 participating in the development, implementation, management, and direction of the computer and information technology systems developed to enhance current and future operations. This position ensures maintenance and updating of the department’s bridge inventory system.
Essential Functions
- Ensures that all structural inventory data for all state-maintained bridges is kept current.
- Provides administrative guidance in the development of computer support programs as well as retrieval of automated records, data collection, and utilization of existing data processing equipment to obtain maximum benefits from computer support activities.
- Coordinates budget, administrative, personnel, and training functions for the Bureau Bridges and Structures’ (BBS) and resolves bureau-wide problems to maintain timely and effective management practices.
- Monitors and initiates necessary actions to ensure all critical personnel positions are staffed within the limits of the BBS’ authorized headcount.
- Directs the preparation of various program appropriation requests to ensure appropriate and adequate funds are requested to satisfy the BBS’ goals and program objectives.
- Ensures the BBS’ resources are used efficiently and effectively; funds, property, and other assets and resources are safeguarded against waste, loss, unauthorized use and misappropriation. Revenues, expenditures, and transfers of funds and resources are properly recorded and accounted for.
- Serves as a liaison with staff in the Office of Highways Project Implementation (OHPI), other department offices, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and consultants in the initiation, processing, and monitoring of BBS’ contract agreements.
- Maintains an in-house database for program development and monitoring of special projects throughout the BBS. Produces issue papers in response to BBS inquiries.
- Ensures state and federal legislative reviews for the BBS are completed and submitted.
- Ensures that all equipment and property control inventories are prepared and maintained in accordance with applicable federal, state and departmental rules and regulations.
- Ensure that all correspondence, word processing, and record keeping activities are completed and accurate.
- Provides training, evaluation, and motivation of subordinate personnel to ensure a competent and well-developed administrative staff.
- 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 business, economics, public finance, public administration, or a related field PLUS three years of experience in managing an office, developing a budget, overseeing property control and human resources, managing records, or a combination thereof; OR Eleven years of experience in managing an office, developing a budget, property control, managing records, human resources or a combination thereof.
Preferred Qualifications
- Supervisory experience.
- Ability to plan, organize, and execute administrative or technical program requirements.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain professional and effective working relationships with employees and agency officials.
- Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
Conditions of Employment
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Occasional statewide travel which may include overnight stays.
- Successful completion of a background check.
- 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.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Services Development Section 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 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. Monday-Friday
Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL 62764-0001
Office: Office of Intermodal Project Implementation/Bureau of Bridges and Structures
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation; Leadership & Management
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.
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 Services Development Section Chief, but does provide the position with additional job protections not previously available. This position will change from the Technical Manager V classification to Transportation Executive III in the near future as part of the completion of this ongoing administrative alignment project.
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.
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield