Deputy CIO of Products (Senior Public Service Administrator, Option 3)

Job Requisition ID: 49659

Posting Date: 09/23/2025
Closing Date: 10/06/2025
​Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070 
Skill Option: Management Information System/Data Processing/Telecommunications 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $12,500-$13,333/Monthly ($150,000-$160,000/Annually)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Agency

 

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

 

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 Deputy CIO of Products supporting the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS).  In this role, you will drive the development and implementation of statewide policies and standards for product delivery and application development, expertly managing cross-functional teams to deliver critical human services systems. Acts as a trusted representative for the CIO, influencing key stakeholders across private, state, and federal agencies, while ensuring robust governance, compliance, and continuous improvement through coordinated standards enforcement and innovative project leadership. 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:https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

 

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

•    Subject to management approval, serves as Deputy Chief Information Officer of Product Delivery for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Illinois Department: of Human Services (IDHS), leading the formulation, development, and implementation of new and updated statewide policies and procedures governing Product Delivery, Application Development, and Web Services, including agency-level policies that define objectives and set guiding principles for departmental IT operations.
•    Speaks on behalf of the Chief Information Officer and serves as representative to private, state, and federal agencies regarding IT application development needs, procurements, and maintenance.
•    Serves as full line supervisor.
•    Administers and implements, in conjunction with Infrastructure Suppo