Transportation Systems Program Specialist; Technical Manager V

Job Requisition : 59257 IPR #
Opening Date: 10/02/2026
Closing Date: 10/19/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title:

Technical Manager V
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $6,519 Monthly;
Full Range: $6,519 - $11,829 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 2 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs

Work Location:

201 Center Ct, Schaumburg, Illinois, 60196
Work County: Cook

Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation / Bureau of Operations

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 the development and administration of department initiatives related to the planning, development, and deployment of multi-modal Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) initiatives.

• Develops and maintains a system to manage federal and state Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) grants.
• Prepares and manages ITS contracts for which the ITS Program Office is responsible.
• Serves as lead ITS Program Office contact in working with federal agencies in the preparation of ITS project applications, preparation, performance of contracts, and financial oversight responsibilities.
• Conducts budget analysis and projections relating to departmental and Illinois ITS needs.
• Maintains and ensures the currency and quality of departmental records for ITS projects.
• Provides administrative oversight and technical support for projects assigned by the ITS Unit Manager.
• Serves as project manager for ITS initiatives assigned by the ITS Unit Manager.
• Provides financial, funding, and grant management support and oversight for ITS projects being planned, deployed, and operated by department highway districts and bureaus statewide.
• Works with both internal and external parties to maximize the development and deployment of ITS projects.
• Performs necessary tasks to ensure prompt payment and receipt of funds for ITS projects.
• Performs outreach and training to maintain the department’s lead position in ITS projects, including participation on regional, statewide, multi-state, national, and international ITS coalitions and task forces.
• Provides in-house technical expertise and guidance on ITS applications that enhance the safe, effective, and optimal operation of the Illinois surface transportation system.
• Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conductive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree majoring in business administration, communications, economics, information technology, public finance, or public administration PLUS three years of experience in project planning and programming OR Eleven years of experience in project planning and programming.

• Ability to present technical…