Transportation Office Specialist; Technical Manager Iii Technical Writer

Position: TRANSPORTATION OFFICE SPECIALIST (TECHNICAL MANAGER III) TECHNICAL WRITER
Job

Requisition  IPR#25-01024

Opening Date: 06/15/2026

Closing Date: 06/30/2026

Agency:
Department of Transportation Class

Title:

Transportation Office Specialist Skill Option:
Keyboarding
 Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,624 Monthly;
Full Range $5,624-$9,839 Monthly Job Type: Salaried Category:
Full Time County:
Sangamon

Number of Vacancies : 2

Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Protech 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.  
  
 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
 The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is seeking to hire Technical Writers. The successful candidate will provide technical writing and document development services for the department for a wide variety of department publications.

Essential Functions
 Under general direction, serves as a Technical Writer for the Illinois Department of Transportation, performing complex, specialized technical functions related to writing, reviewing, editing and formatting the department’s policies, manuals, charters, standard operating procedures, and other publications.
 Applies advanced features of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat software to ensure consistency, ease of updates, and compliance with department standards.
 Maintains internal procedural documentation and templates to ensure consistent practices across business areas.
 Maintains detailed revision histories in accordance with International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001 document control requirements.
 Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications
 Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to two years of secretarial/business college and one year of office experience, or completion of high school and three years of office experience, or three years of independent business experience.
 Requires skill in keyboarding accurately at 30 wpm.

Preferred Qualifications
 Prefers extensive analytical and research skills.
 Prefers advanced knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
 Prefers extensive knowledge of composition, grammar, spelling and punctuation.
 Prefers extensive editorial and formatting skills.
 Prefers the ability to establish and develop written instructions and procedures.
 Prefers technical writing certification(s) and/or completed training.
 Conditions of Employment
 Requires successful completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
 Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
 The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
 About the Agency
 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…