TRANSIT PLANNING MANAGER - (TECHNICAL MANAGER IV)

Job Requisition ID: 55659 IPR#26-01218
Opening Date: 04/30/2026
Closing Date: 05/14/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager IV
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $ 5,432 Monthly; Full Range: $ 5,432- $ 9,713
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Protech 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.

 

Postion Overview 

 

This position provides technical support, analytical expertise, both internally and externally, for transit-related planning activities. This position is responsible for developing and managing internal transit planning studies and administering state and federal planning grants to transit operators and other agencies as assigned. This position is responsible for preparing the transit portion of the multimodal Multi-Year Program (MYP). The incumbent maintains a proactive working relationship with the Office of Intermodal Project Implementation (OIPI) and public transportation operators. This position manages fund transfers and approvals for the use of transportation development credits for transit agencies.

Essential Functions

• Ensures timely preparation of the transit portion of the multimodal Multi-Year Program (MYP).
• Leads and oversees the development and implementation of the Illinois Statewide Public Transportation Plan. Creates progress reports and updates the plan as needed.
• Ensures accurate and timely maintenance of public transportation operating data, funding data, and grant status.
• Participates in the development of internal and external plans, studies, and research projects to represent program and department priorities.
• Reviews and analyzes transportation development credits requests and federal funding transfers.
• Handles issues for the Transit Program Planning Manager in their absence.
• 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 transportation planning, geography, civil engineering, business administration, public administration, public policy, economics, or political science PLUS two years of related experience in transportation, transit urban/regional planning, or a combination thereof; OR eight years of related experience in transportation, transit urban/regional planning, or a combination thereof.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of state and federal funding programs and processes.
• Familiar with transit agencies’ structures, services, and local funding capabilities.
• Familiar with transit data sources, federal and state statutes, and legislative processes.
• Strong familiarity