HIGHWAY DATA MANAGER (TECHNICAL MANAGER IV)

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Job Requisition ID: 59512 IPR# 26-01910
Opening Date: 10/14/2026
Closing Date: 10/28/2026
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 
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Protech Teamsters 
Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday

Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, Illinois, 62764
Work County: Sangamon

Work Office: Office of Planning & Programming, Bureau of Programming 
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs

 

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 is accountable for managing the highway inventory data activities. This position implements highway data policies, develops procedures for the collection, processing, analysis of highway inventory data, trains central and district office staff in these procedures, and coordinates the geographic information system (GIS) activities related to highway inventory data. This position has accountability as the system owner of the Illinois Roadway Information System (IRIS), responsibility for generating the roadway data files for required federal data submittals, and for roadway statistical publications. This data provides the department with the capability to meet the information needs for state reporting, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) requirements, and other management systems. 

 

Essential Functions

  • Develops review procedures to ensure the accuracy and validity of the Illinois Roadway Information System (IRIS) system file.
  • Advises and directs staff to provide consistent and complete support for the districts regarding procedures for the collection, processing, and analysis of highway inventory data.
  • Directs the timely submittals of all Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) required roadway related data submittals.
  • Utilizes geographic information system (GIS) applications, other geographical based software to assist in the review of data, GIS based plots, and reports produced from the data.
  • Develops and generates Microsoft Access and structured query language (SQL) queries to create annual reports, publications, special reports, summaries on both an annual basis, and as requested by users.
  • Maintains the GIS base layers to ensure the accurate geographical and data representation of the roadway network.
  • Directs and advises the districts of needed revisions of data errors detected through edit checks.
  • Works with other unit staff in coordinating changes with roadways, Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS), structures, railroads, traffic, and GIS that will influence the other parts of the IRIS system.
  • 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.