What are the responsibilities and job description for the DIVERSITY AND EXTERNAL AFFAIRS MANAGER (TECHNICAL MANAGER IV) position at illinois?
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager IV
Closing Date/Time: 03/25/2025
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: 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 REQ#45419 - IPR#47245
Position Overview
This position serves as a liaison between the Office of Business and Workforce Diversity (OBWD), Office of Finance and Administration (OFA), and external stakeholders including, but not limited to, state and local legislators, municipal leaders, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) and prime contractors, Chamber of Commerce staff, economic development organizational staff, planning association personnel, and community based organizational staff. This position is responsible for ensuring that internal and external stakeholders are kept abreast of DBE goal achievement through reporting, and made aware of certification workshops, compliance efforts, supportive services assistance, community outreach initiatives, and networking. This position represents the department and is charged with helping manage DBE project initiatives, data management, and subsequent reporting.
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.
Essential Functions
- Keeps abreast of the IDOT's DBE goal achievement and commitment and total certified DBE figures to gather data for the OBWD which may be used in outreach efforts.
- Maintains a database of organizations and develops and maintains relationships with the staff from these organizations and community members through newsletters, phone calls, and virtual/in person meetings.
- Develops, coordinates, and plans outreach workshops, events, and networking opportunities for external stakeholders and attends certified DBE and prime contractor meet and greets with district personnel.
- Participates in the organization and promotion of internal/external diversity recruitment and outreach events.
- Monitors the need for training in areas which may have DBE underutilization, goal achievement, and emerging policy priorities in conjunction with the BPM and develops training plans.
- Coordinates information on relevant DBE policy issues to ensure that decisions are consistent with past policies and current goals and objectives of the OBWD.
- Serves as liaison between the department and various external organizations by attending external district and region visits, workshops, job fairs, community meetings, and networking events.
- Prepares ad hoc reports and projects as required and attends meetings concerning the DBE goal achievement and DBE utilization.
- 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.
Minimum Qualifications
- Completion of a bachelor's degree majoring in business, political science, public policy studies, economics, or communications PLUS two years of experience managing outreach or diversity programs, projects, and/or data, or a combination thereof; OR
- Eight years of experience managing outreach or diversity programs, projects, and/or data, or a combination thereof.
Preferred Qualifications
• Working knowledge of governmental operations or external relations
• Project Management Professional Certification
• Experience working with databases
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite
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.
- Requires a valid driver’s license.
- Requires frequent statewide and/or out-of-state travel with overnight stays.
- Successful completion of a background screening.
- This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Diversity and External Affairs 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
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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 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday
Work Location: 69 W Washington St Chicago, IL 60602-3134
Work Office: Office of Business & Workforce Diversity
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
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State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
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Salary : $5,432 - $9,713
