AT-RISK BEHAVIOR MANAGER (TECHNICAL MANAGER V)
Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62764
Job Requisition ID: 42837
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager V
Closing Date/Time: 11/27/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,519 monthly; Full Range $6,519-$10,831 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: 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.
Posting Identification Number 42837 - IPR#47727
Position Overview
This position is accountable for the planning and development of highway safety projects, utilizing all available resources, to provide for an improved driving environment for the Illinois motorist through the programs administered within the Safety Programs Implementation Unit. This position provides assurance of optimal project performance, impact, and compliance with federal regulations for all grant projects. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that federal regulations are met, and grants issued by the highway safety program are in compliance with state and federal requirements and generating the maximum benefit to the Highway Safety Program.
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, your 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.
Essential Functions
- Develops and administers highway safety programs, within the scope of the state’s total Highway Safety Program, to effectively reduce crashes in the state.
- Provides input and aid in the completion of applicable portions of the Highway Safety Plan and Strategic Highway Safety Plan to ensure that specific strategies and tasks are included.
- Monitors the fiscal aspects of the at-risk behavioral components of the Highway Safety Program to evaluate use of funding sources.
- Serves as liaison with federal, state, local, and private agencies in developing and executing Highway Safety Program activities to ensure maximum benefits to the program.
- Provides timely and effective budget monitoring and evaluation of the at-risk programs.
- Administers the development and coordination of highway safety programs focused on current federal highway safety issues ensuring that strategies addressing such issues are incorporated.
- Coordinates activities between the Bureau of Safety Programming and Engineering (BSPE) and Office of Communications (OOC) by assisting in the planning and implementation of highway safety mobilization periods including public relations, large event planning, and other messaging efforts.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree majoring in business, economics, statistics, public finance, public administration, or a related field plus three years of experience administering grants, promoting or coordinating safety programs, or a combination thereof; OR Eleven years of experience administering grants, promoting or coordinating safety programs, or a combination thereof.
Preferred Qualifications
- Supervisory experience.
- Experience with behavioral programs.
- Ability to plan, organize, and execute administrative or technical program requirements including grant agreements.
- Ability to plan and direct efforts of employees for efficient accomplishment of program objectives.
- Ability to speak at press and media events.
- Ability to proficiently work with electronic grant management systems.
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.
- Occasional statewide and out-of-state travel with overnight stays.
- Successful completion of a background screening.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire an At-Risk Behavior Manager.
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 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. Monday - Friday
Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL 62764-0001
Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation/Bureau of Safety Programs & Engineering
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation; Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Leadership & Management; Public Safety
If you meet the qualifications for this position, please follow the link and apply today! https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Springfield-AT-RISK-BEHAVIOR-MANAGER-%28TECHNICAL-MANAGER-V%29-IL-62764/1233080100/
*If you have questions about the Job Responsibilities or Qualifications, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed above
*If you have questions about the application process, please reach out to DOT.Recruitment@Illinois.gov