Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 54342IPR#25-00663
Opening Date: 03/20/2026
Closing Date: 04/03/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager V
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
Bargaining Unit: 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.

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.

This position is accountable for managing the successful implementation of new research and technology developed by the department’s contract, in-house, and national research studies. Additionally, this position is accountable for ensuring research implementation problems are resolved, facilitating technology transfer, connecting national research efforts with the department’s contract and in-house research programs, and overseeing benefit analyses of research findings. This position is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and implementing innovations to improve department policies and maximize efficiency of department procedures.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates the implementation of innovations and research findings to determine the best means to incorporate into department policies and procedures.
• Identifies national research efforts that enhance active contract research projects or appear duplicative in effort to minimize potential of misused funds.
• Garners support from subject matter bureaus and offices to streamline implementation efforts and resolves complex implementation challenges.
• Oversees cost-benefit and return-on-investment analyses to ensure use of accurate and meaningful methods in determining realized benefits.
• Establishes and maintains an implementation tracking system to monitor and report on research project progress and documents national research efforts that relate to contract research projects.
• Coordinates technology transfer efforts with the Office of Communication to promote research findings and the spread of innovations throughout the department.
• 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, project management, or public administration PLUS three years of experience managing complex projects, managing and implementing policies or procedures, or a combination thereof OR eleven years of experience managing complex projects, managing and implementing policies or procedures, or a combination thereof.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of supervisory experience.
• Good organizational, leadership, and self-motivational skills.
• Working knowledge of research methods and data analysis, including benefit-cost analysis.
• Proficiency with the development of policies, procedures, specifications, and standards.
• Working knowledge of agency programs and service objectives, activities, and operational systems.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively at various professional levels in both oral and written formats.
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver’s license.
• Occasional statewide and out-of-state travel with overnight stays.
• Successful completion of a background screening.
• 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 Research Advancement Strategist.

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: 126 E Ash St, Springfield, Illinois, 62704

Work Office: Office of Planning & Programming, Bureau of Research

Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV

Posting Group: Transportation; Leadership & Management; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

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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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