Job Requisition ID: 48381
Posting Date: 07/15/2025
Closing Date: 07/28/2025
Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: Management Information System/Data Processing/Telecommunications
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,281 a month; Full Range $8,281 - $12,223 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME
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.
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Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as the Agency Applications Project Manager for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) responsible for leading and overseeing the planning, development, implementation, and support of agency-wide applications, data systems, and related digital infrastructure. In this role, you will perform strategic coordination, project execution, procurement oversight, and systems development in support of DCEO programs and goals. In addition, you will administer project portfolios as a part of the Department’s ongoing business analysis and business process re-engineering efforts. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!
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
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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.
• Under administrative direction, serves as an Applications Project Manager for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO).
• Develops, implements, and maintains the Agency Applications and Systems Development, and other interfaces within the Agency.
• Serves as a working supervisor.
• Coordinates points of intersection between major DoIT Office of Information Management (OIM) initiatives and related Agency initiatives regarding reporting, monitoring, and maintaining DCEO’s knowledge bases.
• Coordinates development and submission of procurement documents (charters, requirements, business cases, and Request for Proposals (RFP) as needed) for the acquisition of contractual assistance.
• Directs the preparation of comprehensive written and verbal reports for the supervisor, DoIT DCEO Chief Information Officer (CIO) and other DCEO senior management.
• Assists the supervisor and CIO in preparing audit responses as needed, interacting with outside entities, coordinating activities with DCEO trusted partners, and participating in interview teams for the hiring of new staff.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with courses in management information systems, data processing, telecommunications or directly related information technology fields.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years administrative experience in management information systems, data processing, telecommunications or directly related information technology fields in a public or business organization.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience administering and managing project portfolios, including business analysis and business process re-engineering initiatives, with demonstrated outcomes in operational efficiency and service improvement.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience managing, planning, and prioritizing critical agency system development projects, including full project lifecycle oversight.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience directing the development, implementation, and maintenance of multiple complex systems.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience applying Project Management Professional methodologies or equivalent frameworks to manage all phases of IT project delivery, including procurement, scope management, scheduling, resource allocation, budgeting, risk management, quality assurance and stakeholder communication.
• Three (3) years of professional experience administering and managing project portfolios, including business analysis and business process re-engineering initiatives, with demonstrated outcomes in operational efficiency and service improvement.
• Three (3) years of professional experience managing, planning, and prioritizing critical agency system development projects, including full project lifecycle oversight.
• Three (3) years of professional experience directing the development, implementation, and maintenance of multiple complex systems.
• Three (3) years of professional experience applying Project Management Professional methodologies or equivalent frameworks to manage all phases of IT project delivery, including procurement, scope management, scheduling, resource allocation, budgeting, risk management, quality assurance and stakeholder communication.
• Three (3) years of professional experience developing and delivering executive-level reports, data dashboards, and visualizations to communicate project status, operational metrics, and business intelligence insights.
• Three (3) years of professional experience supervising and mentoring IT professionals, including performance management, staff development, workload distribution and fostering a collaborative team environment in a large public or business organization.
• Three years of professional experience coordinating the development, submission, and management of IT procurement documents, including project charters, business cases, and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and participating in vendor evaluation and selection processes.
• Ability to analyze data and business processes, exercise sound judgement and develop practical solutions to operational and procedural challenges.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams, leadership, vendors, contractors, and agency stakeholders.
• Developed verbal and written communication skills to present complex technical information and project updates to diverse audiences with clarity and precision.
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 State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.
• Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
• Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc.
• 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.
The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.
Work Hours: M-F; 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Work Location: 607 E Adams St Springfield, IL 62701-1634
Agency Contact: Madison Beyer
Email: madison.beyer@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; 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.
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