Certification Section Manager (Transportation Executive Iii)
About The Position
The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Executive III to serve as Certification Section Manager. The Certification Section reviews applications for participation in the department’s small business utilization programs, including federally mandated highway construction programs for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE), the Illinois Unified Certification Program (ILUCP), and similar programs intended to assist small businesses. The position manages the Certification Section and administers all phases of certification and recertification to ensure applicants meet program requirements. It coordinates certification across agencies, provides training on DBE regulations, and represents the department in DBE appeal proceedings. The role is based in Springfield, Illinois, with a hybrid schedule of one to five days per week in the office depending on operational needs. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a union position subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Requirements
- Education equivalent to completion of four years of college; business or public administration coursework is preferred.
- Three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
- Ability to travel for work, including overnight stays as appropriate.
- Appropriate, valid driver’s license.
- Completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
- File required annual and supplemental Statements of Economic Interest.
Nice To Haves
- Three years of experience administering regulations related to DBE, ILUCP, or similar small-business assistance programs.
- Two years of supervisory experience.
- One year of experience planning, organizing, and executing administrative program requirements.
- One year of experience coordinating operational and policy aspects of a major administrative program.
- College coursework in business or public administration.
Responsibilities
- Manage the Certification Section for IDOT’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program, which provides disadvantaged small businesses opportunities to participate in federally and state-funded transportation projects.
- Organize, plan, execute, control, and evaluate Certification Section operations.
- Administer all phases of the certification process and ensure new and recertification applicants meet program minimum requirements.
- Coordinate certification processes within and across agencies to ensure certifications are accurate, comply with federal and state laws, rules, and regulations, and are recognized across programs.
- Provide training and conduct workshops on DBE program regulations.
- Serve as secretary of the Administrative Review Panel reviewing firms’ certification determinations.
- Represent the department at DBE appeal hearings involving appeals to USDOT, FHWA, FAA, or other legal entities outside IDOT, and provide defensible evidence.
- Perform other duties reasonably within the scope of the listed responsibilities.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Pension plan
- Paid maternity and paternity leave (12 weeks)
- Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefit programs, including medical and daycare
- 12 paid sick days annually
- 10 paid vacation days in the first year, with the ability to earn up to 25 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 scheduling options, including flexible time and hybrid scheduling
- Extensive training and career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
