POLICY & INNOVATION SECTION CHIEF - (TECHNICAL MANAGER VII)

Job Requisition ID: 53409 25-00620
Closing Date: 03/10/2026
​Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Technical Manager VII
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $ 9,000-$11,000 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: Non-Union

 

 

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

 

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Department of Transportation must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

 

 

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.

 

Position Overview

 

This position is accountable for supervising the analysis and development of response strategies for emerging issues, new technologies, and new and existing state and federal legislation. Response strategies may range from situational awareness to compliance, policy adaptation or development of new proposed programs and policies. This position coordinates the efforts of the Policy and Innovation Section with staff and leadership across all the department’s bureaus and offices.

Essential Functions

• Manages staff and budget needs for the Policy and Innovation Section.
• Identifies emerging innovative transportation trends from public and private sectors to determine the viability of new programmatic areas within the department. 
• Manages policy analysis in support of programs and potential new initiatives from budgetary, legislative, and programmatic perspectives.
• Analyzes potential impacts of proposed legislation to the department.
• Develops alternatives or recommendations on matters affecting the department.
• Ensures that the most effective and responsible policy recommendations are developed into realistic, implementable programs for the department.
• Maintains effective liaison with groups and individuals within the department as well as external interest sources.
• Provides accurate and comprehensive advice to the IDOT management team on a variety of sensitive issues on a timely basis.
• Evaluates the merit of special problems for the agency and analyzes financial benefits and effectiveness.
• Trains and evaluates staff. 
• Represents, occasionally, the department at committees, conferences, meetings, and other events. 
• 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 public policy, political science, economics, business, public administration, science, transportation planning, or urban planning PLUS six years of progressively responsible managerial experience in public policy, political science, policy analysis, economics, business, public administration, science, urban planning, or a combination thereof. OR fourteen years of experience in public policy, political science, policy analysis, economics, business, public administration, science, urban planning, or a combination thereof.
• Three years of supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Progressively responsible transportation planning experience.
• Working knowledge of intergovernmental relations.
• Ability to devel