Occupant Protection Coordinator (Technical Manager Iv)

Springfield, VT - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 5432 - 9713

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Requisition ID:51438 IPR 25-00556
Closing Date: 11/20/2025
Agency:Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager IV
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5432 Monthly; Full Range: $5432 - $9713 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Pro Tech 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 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 youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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 responsible for coordinating and managing occupant protection programs including Click It or Ticket (CIOT) and Child Passenger Safety (CPS) initiatives. This role oversees the implementation of federal andstate-funded projects aimed at enhancing occupant safety at the state regional and local levels. Duties include identifying behavioral traffic safety concerns developing and tracking program activities assessingprogram outcomes and providing technical assistance to grantees. This position requires close collaboration with internal staff federal and state agencies local governments and nonprofit partners to support and improvetraffic safety initiatives statewide.

Essential Functions

Coordinates the Bureau of Safety Programs and Engineerings Occupant Protection Programs and serves as the resource person on all occupant protection safety programs.
Aids in developing revising and implementing the Occupant Protection Emphasis Area in the Illinois Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP).
Assists in the planning preparation development and administration of the Triennial National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Highway Safety Plan (3HSP) Annual Grant Application (AGA) Annual Report (AR) and any other assigned applicable publication or document regarding the Occupant Protection Program.
Maintains contact with federal state and local governmental officials and agencies to keep abreast of current occupant protection issues and assist in the development and preparation of occupant protection projects.
Represents the bureau on national and/or state occupant protection committees and at their respective meetings.
Participates with and/or co-sponsors functions with local groups or advisory committees.
Manages selected occupant protection projects which includes reviewing reports processing claims for reimbursement project monitoring and evaluations.
Coordinates and attends special public information and educational activities statewide in conjunction with nationally recognized events and programs.
Conducts presentations and/or training sessions to state local and private groups on occupant protection as requested.
Assists the state and local grant administrators in the development and management of the various projects funded in support of occupant protection issues.
Assists with revisions and/or implementation of project specifications for the various occupant protection related projects conducted by the bureau.
Coordinates develops and speaks at press events.
Maintains the Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Technician status throughout the remainder of time spent in this position.
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 bachelors degree majoring in public administration public health communications orbusiness administration or management PLUS two years of experience with professional training in public health health care public speaking event coordination program management masscommunications or a combination thereof; OR eight years of experience with professional training inpublic health health care public speaking event coordination program management masscommunications or a combination thereof.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with Occupant Protection Programs involving state and federal rules andregulations.
Experience working with highway safety-related grants and/or programs.
Experience analyzing grant activity for compliance with grant agreements.
Experience analyzing and interpreting data.
Ability to build strong partnerships and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to enhanceand support occupant protection.
Experience developing and providing training to large groups and/or hands-on involvement in eventplanning and execution.

Conditions of Employment

Valid drivers license.
Occasional statewide and out-of-state travel with overnight stays.
Child Passenger Safety Technician Certification within one year of hire.
Successful completion of a background screening.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire an Occupant Protection Coordinator.

The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.

The department offers extensive training and career advancement also receive a robust benefit package including:

Monday-Friday work schedule
Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time hybrid scheduling)
Health Life Vision and Dental Insurance
Pension Plan
(12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
(13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.

Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday
Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield Illinois 62764

Work Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation Bureau of Safety Programs & Engineering

Agency Contact:

NOTICE: Please note that this position is one of many IDOT positions that has been identified as one that is properly a Personnel Code-covered role. This change does not affect the union status listed duties job responsibilities or working title of Occupant Protection Coordinator but does provide the position with additional job protections not previously available. This position will change from the Technical Manager IV classification to Transportation Executive II in the near future as part of the completion of this ongoing administrative alignment project.

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Job Requisition ID:51438 IPR 25-00556Closing Date: 11/20/2025Agency:Department of TransportationPosition Title: Technical Manager IVSalary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5432 Monthly; Full Range: $5432 - $9713 MonthlyJob Type: SalariedCategory:Full TimeCounty: SangamonNumber of Vacancies: 1Bargainin...