Project manager - unit

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Date: Oct 20, 2025

Location:

Springfield, IL, US, 62702-5170

Job Requisition ID: 50931

Job Requisition ID: 50931

Posting Date: 10/21/2025

Closing Date: 11/03/2025

Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology

Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015

Skill Option: Management Information System/Data Processing/Telecommunications

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated starting salary: $8,281 monthly; Full range: $8,281-$12,223 monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Sangamon

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME

Merit Comp Code: None

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?

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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.

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 Project Manager for Unit A in the EPMO of DoIT. The successful candidate will review and analyze operational performance metrics, implementing experience in cost, resource, quality, procurement, time, scope, communication, stakeholder and risk management methodologies. 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
  
  

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Essential Functions

• Under general direction, serves as the Project Manager for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO), Unit A, performing project management and control functions for assigned projects
• Reviews Enterprise Program and Project technical and operational performance metric reports related to DoIT programs and projects created by the EPMO
• Provides state contract and vendor management support on assigned agency projects to enforce adherence to project scope, budget, timeline, quality and deliverables
• Implements and evaluates standardized policies and procedures as identified by the Enterprise Project Management Office
• Assists with directing program and project management functions for process documentation and automation
• Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college, preferably with coursework in management information systems, data processing, telecommunications or related fields.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years progressively responsible administrative experience in management information systems, data processing, or telecommunications in a public or business organization.
  
  

Specialized Skills

• Requires three (3) years of professional experience leading and coordinating large-scale, complex Information Technology projects including managing project scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables with minimal guidance.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Microsoft Office Suite including MS Project, Visio, and SharePoint for project planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience applying key project management disciplines including Communication Management, Resource Management, Information Technology governance, Quality Management, Procurement Management and Risk Management.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience of progressively increasing levels of responsibility and supervisory skills in the areas of program management, project management, change control management, financial management and procurement.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications (In Order Of Significance)

• Three (3) years of professional experience leading and coordinating large-scale, complex Information Technology projects including managing project scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables with minimal guidance.
• Three (3) years of professional experience in Microsoft Office Suite including MS Project, Visio, and SharePoint for project planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Three (3) years of professional experience applying key project management disciplines including Communication Management, Resource Management, Information Technology governance, Quality Management, Procurement Management and Risk Management.
• Three (3) years of professional experience of progressively increasing levels of responsibility and supervisory skills in the areas of program management, project management, change control management, financial management and procurement.
• Three (3) years of professional experience reviewing and interpreting project and operational performance metrics to evaluate progress, identify trends, and inform strategic decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and evaluate innovative methods, procedures, and performance standards to enhance project effectiveness, while analyzing administrative and operational challenges to implement data-driven solutions aligned with organizational objectives.
• Ability to estimate and manage project resources and budgets, including forecasting personnel, space, equipment and service needs for current and future project phases.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships across multi-disciplinary teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Developed verbal and written communication skills to clearly present complex technical concepts, project updates, and recommendations to diverse audiences.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Prince2 Practitioner or similar certification.
  
  

Conditions of Employment

NOTE : Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.

• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.
• Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
• Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires adherence to the revolving door restrictions outlined in 5 ILCS 430/5-45. Consequently, employees should be aware that in the event of receiving a non-State employment offer during state employment or within one year immediately following the termination of State employment, they are required to inform the Office of the Executive Inspector General (OEIG) for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor before accepting such non-State employment. Failure to notify the OEIG may result in the imposition of a fine.
• Requires compliance with the provisions outlined in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act, necessitating the occupant of this position to file of a Statement of Economic Interest. Pursuant to the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.), specific state officials and employees are required to annually submit Statements of Economic Interest to the Office of the Secretary of State, which will be accessible to the public for examination and copying. Employees subject to this requirement must also file a Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission, as specified in Executive Order 15-09. Failure to submit these statements in a timely manner may result in fines and penalties.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
• The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.
  
  

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 5:00PM

Work Location: 120 W Jefferson St Springfield, IL 62702-5170

Agency Contact: Tristan Molumby

Email: [email protected]

Posting Group: Leadership & Management

This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

Revolving Door

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.

Statement Of Economic Interests

This position is subject to Statement of Economic Interests filing as required by the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act.

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The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation, and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.