DISTRICT SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE (TECHNICAL MANAGER III)

Job Requisition ID: 49724 IPR#25-00363
Closing Date:  09/23/2025
​Agency:  Department of Transportation
Position Title:  Technical Manager III
Salary:  Anticipated Starting Salary $5,055 a month; Full Range: $5,055-$8,800 a month
Job Type:  Salaried
Category:  Full Time 
County:  Lee
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 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?

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 serves as the frontline resource for the employees in District 2 at the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for all occupational safety and health matters. The incumbent works with the Occupational Safety and Health Unit (OSHU), which is charged with developing, implementing, and maintaining the department-wide occupational safety and health program, policies, procedures, practices, and protocols. The overall goal of this position is to ensure every employee at the IDOT has an occupational safety and health resource for any potential hazards in their workplace and to reduce workplace accidents and injuries.

Essential Functions

• Serves as a resource for all district occupational safety and health issues.
• Implements the various Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) safety and health programs in their district.
• Manages/tracks the employee injury/illness records, training records, medical evaluations and medical surveillance records for their district.
• Conducts effective incident investigations of all incidents that involve IDOT employees’ injuries/illnesses as well as near misses.
• Participates in developing and presenting training curriculum with the assistance of the Occupational Safety and Health Unit (OSHU).
• Conducts safety and health inspections at facilities and worksites.
• Generates professional reports of findings that include corrective action plans and system improvements.
• 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 occupational health and safety, environmental health and safety, industrial hygiene, public health, emergency management, or a related field; OR Completion of two years of college PLUS two years of experience in construction or manufacturing
  conducting risk assessments and safety audits, holding safety meetings, investigating incidents and near misses, monitoring and enforcing safety related policies, or a combination thereof; OR Six years of experience in construction or manufacturing conducting risk assessments and safety audits, holding safety meetings, investigating incidents and near misses, monitoring and enforcing safety related policies, or a combination thereof.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of safety programs.
• Ability to design, develop, and implement safety procedures and programs.
• Ability to plan, develop, and execute training related to safety.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and establish priorities for work tasks.
• Experience in the conduct of injury/accident investigations, including determining root cause.

Conditions of Employment

• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Extensive districtwide travel.
• Occasional statewide travel which may include overnight stays.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb and work at elevated heights of approximately 15 to 25 feet.
• Ability to perform outdoor work in a variety of conditions including, but not limited to, active construction sites and roadways open to traffic.
• Successful completion of a background screening.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical and successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• 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.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a District Safety Representative.

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 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 opportunities. Employees 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:  819 Depot Ave, Dixon, Illinois, 61021

Office:  Office of Highways Project Implementation/Region 2/District 2/Bureau of Administrative Services

Agency Contact: [email protected]

Posting Group:  Transportation; Health Services; Public Safety

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.

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 District Safety Representative, but does provide the position with additional job protections not previously available. This position will change from the Technical Manager III classification to Transportation Executive I in the near future as part of the completion of this ongoing administrative alignment project. 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

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