Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 48550 
Posting Date: 07/16/2025

Closing   Date: 07/29/2025
​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/month; Full Range $8,281 - $12,223/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063
Merit Comp Code: None

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.

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 IT Projects Manager supporting the Department of Labor by leading all aspects of IT application project management, including planning, execution, evaluation, and integration of generative AI solutions. In this role, you will oversee complex application development and system enhancements, provide technical guidance, and supervise staff by assigning tasks, reviewing work, and conducting performance evaluations. This position serves as a liaison to the Department of Labor, coordinates long-range IT planning, evaluates technology solutions, and collaborates on staff development and privacy training initiatives. 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

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link:

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 the Information Technology (IT) Projects Manager for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Department of Labor organizing, planning, executing, controlling and evaluating project management functions for IT Application projects.
• Coordinates, reviews and controls complex application development and installation for the agency.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Serves as liaison to the Department of Labor, monitoring long-range and annual IT plans to ensure alignment with agency resource needs and priorities.
• Collaborates with DoIT’s Office of Learning and Employee Development to assist with the planning, development, and coordination of comprehensive training events, conferences, and related development programs for staff in regard to privacy training and awareness programs.
• 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 assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires   knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to successful completion of four (4) years of college with coursework in management information systems, data processing or telecommunications or directly related field.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in management information systems, data processing or telecommunications in a public or business organization.

Specialized Skills

• Requires three (3) years of professional experience leading large-scape enterprise IT application development projects using methodologies such as Agile, Portfolio Management, IT Governance, or SDLC, with demonstrated responsibility for managing scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and stakeholder communications.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience utilizing project management tools such as Azure DevOps, MS Project, MS SharePoint, and MS Visio to develop schedules, monitor progress, and manage resources.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience documenting business processes, workflows, and technical procedures for IT systems.

Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)

• Three (3) years of professional experience leading large-scape enterprise IT application development projects using methodologies such as Agile, Portfolio Management, IT Governance, or SDLC, with demonstrated responsibility for managing scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and stakeholder communications.
• Three (3) years of professional experience utilizing project management tools such as Azure DevOps, MS Project, MS SharePoint, and MS Visio to develop schedules, monitor progress, and manage resources.
• Three (3) years of professional experience documenting business processes, workflows, and technical procedures for IT systems.
• Three (3) years of professional experience developing, monitoring, and analyzing operational performance metrics for IT systems and services, including within a Program Management Office (PMO) environment.
• Three (3) years of professional experience working with executive leadership to evaluate IT requirements, develop plans, and align technology initiatives with organizational goals.
• Three (3) years of professional experience supervising IT teams, including assigning work, monitoring performance, and conducting evaluations.
• Extensive knowledge of applying generative AI or advanced automation technologies to improve business processes or system performance.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively, and to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with stakeholders, including associates, vendors, and clients.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines across multiple complex IT projects.
• Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project management certification.

Conditions of Employment

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 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.
• The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.  

  Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Work Location: 524 South 2nd Street, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Agency Contact: Lois Green

Email: lois.d.green@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

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

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