Urban Programs Manager (Technical Manager V)
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Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:56521 IPR #26-01151
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: 06/12/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager V
Salary:Anticipated Starting Salary: $6519 Monthly; Full Range: $6519- $10831 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 positionMUST 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 accountable for the planning development maintenance and fund allocation for the local publicagency (LPA) urban transportation improvement programs.
Essential Functions
- Develops annual local public agency (LPA) urban state-published programs that are financially feasiblecan be accomplished and can ensure maximum utilization of available funds with flexibility for alternatefinancial levels.
- Maintains knowledge of current and proposed revenues available for urban programs and communicates this information to the affected LPAs and districts to ensure there is a fully developed and comprehensive construction program.
- Identifies program changes and secures project substitutions at the earliest possible time to maintain the LPA annual program level and achieve maximum program accomplishment.
- Prepares urban allocation formulas and distributes obligation authority and apportionments to LPAs and districts in an equitable manner to ensure a balanced highway improvement program.
- Performs studies to determine the LPA needs to ensure that state and federal urban programs continue to address the appropriate priorities.
- Identifies cost adjustments and changes in the scope of work for LPA special programs and secures adequate funding in a timely manner to avoid project delays.
- Provides support for planning and programming of the LPAs rural bridge and safety transportation improvement programs and ensures that all program funding is in compliance with state and federal requirements.
- Assigns trains and evaluates subordinate personnel to ensure effective and efficient accomplishment of urban programs.
- 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 required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Completion of a bachelors degree majoring in public administration business economics statisticsfinance accounting or engineering related fields PLUS three years of experience in the practice ofhighway planning and programming accounting planning and supervision of program budgetsspecific project budgets engineering fields or a combination thereof; OR eleven years of experiencein the practice of highway planning and programming accounting planning and supervision ofprogram budgets engineering fields or a combination thereof.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of local state and federal procedures and requirements as they apply to local publicagency (LPA) highway projects.
- Working knowledge of the function and application of public relations in problem areas.
- Ability to plan organize and execute administrative or technical program requirements.
- Computer experience with an emphasis on Microsoft Office Suite and web-based databases.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a valid drivers license.
- Requires successful completion of background screening.
- Occasional statewide travel with overnight stays.
- Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties listed in the job description.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire an Urban Programs Manager.
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 are problem solvers and leaders constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois. Our 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 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday
Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield Illinois 62764
Work Office: Office of Highways ProjectImplementation / Bureau of LocalRoads and Streets
Agency Contact:
Posting Group: Fiscal Finance & Procurement; Leadership & Management; Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics; Transportation
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
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About Company
You won't find Steve Martin at the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), but the agency is all about planes, trains, and automobiles. The IDOT plans, constructs, and maintains Illinois' transportation network, including its highways and bridges, airports, public transit, rail ... View more
