Central Office Foia Officer (Transportation Executive I)

State of Illinois•Springfield, MO

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Executive I to serve as its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Officer and the primary point of contact for department FOIA requests. Under the direction of the Senior Assistant Chief Counsel, the position manages the receipt, processing, tracking, and responses to FOIA requests, ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines. The officer also coordinates departmental responses to inquiries and appeals submitted to the Public Access Counselor at the Office of the Illinois Attorney General. The position is based at the Office of Chief Counsel, Bureau of Ethics, in Springfield, Illinois. The stated work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The anticipated hybrid schedule is one to five days per week in the office, depending on operational needs. Travel, including overnight stays as appropriate, is required. The role also requires a background check, criminal-history self-disclosure, and filing Statements of Economic Interest.

Requirements

Knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably with coursework in business or public administration.
One year of responsible administrative experience as a FOIA Officer for a state or federal agency, or one year of responsible administrative experience reviewing, analyzing, and responding to requests related to the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
Ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
Successful completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
File a Statement of Economic Interest and Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest as required for the position.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience developing and managing a supportive program.
Intermediate skill in using Microsoft Office Suite.
One year of responsible administrative experience as a FOIA Officer for a state or federal agency, or three years of responsible administrative experience reviewing, analyzing, and responding to requests related to the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.

Responsibilities

Serve as the department’s FOIA Officer and primary point of contact for all FOIA requests received by the department, under the direction of the Senior Assistant Chief Counsel.
Organize, plan, execute, control, evaluate, and analyze FOIA requests and responses as they are received.
Confer with management and respond to technical inquiries on behalf of the Senior Assistant Chief Counsel, including drafting letters responsive to FOIA requests.
Track FOIA requests to ensure compliance with statutory deadlines and maintain the department’s FOIA files.
Serve as the primary contact for all IDOT FOIA-related issues.
Coordinate and submit departmental responses to requestor inquiries and appeals submitted to the Public Access Counselor at the Office of the Illinois Attorney General.
Perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the listed duties.

Benefits

Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
Pension plan
12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave
Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs, including medical and daycare
12 paid sick days annually
10 paid vacation days in the first year of service, with the opportunity to earn up to 25 paid vacation days annually
3 paid personal days annually
13–14 paid holidays annually, based on start date
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
Flexible work schedules in several program areas, including flexible time and hybrid scheduling
Extensive training and career advancement opportunities