What are the responsibilities and job description for the LEAD SOLUTION ARCHITECT - (TECHNICAL MANAGER V) position at State of Illinois?
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager V
Closing Date/Time: 01/07/2025
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 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 43866 - IPR#47319
Position Overview
This position is accountable for developing and enhancing the department’s intranet portal and content management system which is currently Microsoft SharePoint (SharePoint). This includes the development of system architecture, design, and solution implementation for SharePoint system environments in support of the department’s business initiatives.
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
- Develops and enhances the department’s content management system to include the development of system architecture, design, and solution implementation for the current SharePoint system environments.
- Collaborates with lead test and quality assurance teams during the development and implementation of enterprise solutions and integrates BI technologies with the department’s content management system including Power BI, dashboards, KPIs, and Excel Services.
- Implements solutions in both current and future content management system environments and directly supports the Microsoft 365 platform while committing to the standardization, innovation, timeliness, and effectiveness of departmental technology initiatives.
- Designs, develops, and implements systems that maximize the department’s utilization of resources to assure timely and effective completion of departmental objectives.
- Utilizes the department’s content management and storage system including SharePoint and Microsoft technology resources to facilitate the strategic IT objectives of the department in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
- Uses existing technology resources and develops new technology applications to effectively address user demands while focusing on departmental priorities and goals and utilizing the available resources to their maximum potential.
- Implements all phases of the SDLC and is familiar with different delivery models such as DevOps, Agile, and Waterfall.
- Deploys packages for the department’s content management system including SharePoint On-premise and SharePoint Online and develops Microsoft .NET Framework architectural models.
- 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 computer information systems, computer networking, database management, or business plus three years of experience with development of system architecture, design, and solution implementation for content management and repository environments, OR Eleven years of experience with development of system architecture, design, and solution implementation for content management and repository environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with analyzing client needs to deliver solutions, technology architecture design, and support of other IT functions.
- Experience building technical solutions and team mentoring.
- Experience with IT service business and architecture disciplines in the SharePoint and other Microsoft technology spaces and integrating BI technologies with SharePoint.
- Experience with Web Content Management design, search configuration, and customization and optimization of computer systems.
- Experience with providing end to end business solutions and adaptability to changing requirements, schedules, and priorities.
- Experience with industry standards and frameworks and third-party tools.
- Experience and working knowledge of SharePoint Migrations to cloud or SharePoint On-premises software and leveraging migration tools.
- Working knowledge of infrastructure and application security technologies and approaches.
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.
- Occasional statewide travel which may include overnight stays.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Successful completion of a background screening.
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Lead Solution Architect.
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 Finance and Administration/Bureau of Information Processing/Technology Research and Development
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.
If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
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.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
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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- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Salary : $6,519 - $10,831
