Compliance Program Manager; Technical Manager Iv

Job Requisition :52474 IPR#25-00704
Closing Date: 01/22/2026
Agency:Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager IV
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,432 Monthly;
Full Range: $5,432 - $9,713 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 2
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 Success Factors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

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.

This position is accountable for effectively researching and preparing the application for statewide federal funding programs, maximizing the coordination of rural, small urban public, specialized transportation providers while ensuring compliance with federal and state program requirements. This position provides technical assistance to transportation providers to enhance service coordination, the effective, efficient use of program funds, equipment and address program compliance deficiencies.

• Reviews and interprets changes to regulatory compliance requirements for federal and state operating assistance programs.
• Maintains and updates the Compliance Review and Annual Element Guide and the Section  State Management Plan for all rural federal and state operating assistance grant programs.
• Conducts annual onsite reviews for all rural federal and state operating assistance grant program recipients.
• Reviews contractual agreements for compliance with federal and state program guidelines for grant administration.
• Assists with developing and providing training on various service coordination and compliance requirements for both internal staff and program participants.
• Partakes in special projects for the Office of Intermodal Project Implementation (OIPI).
• 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.

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree majoring in accounting, business administration, public administration, public finance, criminal justice, legal studies, or transportation planning PLUS two years of experience with overseeing grant compliance, managing transit operations, administering state or federal transportation grants, managing audit reviews and responding to audit findings, or a combination thereof; OR eight years of experience with overseeing grant compliance, managing transit operations, administering state or federal transportation grants, managing audit reviews and responding to audit findings or a combination thereof.

• Ability to visualize, articulate, and solve complex problems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to adhere to schedules and deadlines.
• Experience effectively organizing electronic data files.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other database programs.

• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires occasional…