Chief Information Officer- IDOC (SPSA Opt. 3)

State of Illinois; Springfield, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 152,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible work schedules

Paid vacation time

Paid sick time

Paid parental leave

Pension plan

Job summary

Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) seeks a Chief Information Officer to lead the DOC IT portfolio, drive technology strategy, and ensure enterprise alignment. The role requires executive leadership, policy expertise, and strong collaboration with architects, product managers, and senior leaders.

The position offers a hybrid schedule (1–5 days in‑office), competitive salary starting at $151,700–$162,148 annually, and comprehensive state benefits.

Qualifications

• Four-year college with MIS/IT coursework required.
• Four years of progressively responsible IT management experience in a large IT organization.
• Four years of professional policy-making, strategic planning, and IT solutioning experience.
• Three years of supervising IT professionals in a large organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead DoIT/DOC CIO activities and align IT services with enterprise strategy.
• Develop technology vision and strategic direction for statewide IT initiatives.
• Establish goals, monitor performance, and ensure operational effectiveness.
• Represent DoIT in executive settings and manage budget/planning.

Education

Four-year college degree (MIS/IT coursework)

Job description

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Chief Information Officer- IDOC (SPSA Opt. 3)

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID:59479
Opening Date: 10/08/2026
Closing Date: 10/23/2026
Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology
Class Title:SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)
Skill Option:Management Information System/Data Processing/Telecommunications
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $151,700-$162,148/Annually
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Exempt under Section 4d of the Personnel Code, Managerial Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage
Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location: 1000 E Converse Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Brittany Vespa - [e-mail]

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

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.

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead our team supporting the Illinois Department of Corrections (DOC). The CIO must possess in-depth knowledge of the current and up-and-coming trends in the IT field and be highly proficient in the discipline of software development, project management, and team development. The successful candidate will be highly analytical, professional, communicate effectively, and possess excellent organizational skills. The selected candidate will apply data strategies, improve delivery, and continue to align with enterprise direction to ensure compliance across all systems and applications within the DOC CIO’s purview. Experience managing customer relationships, collaborating with architects, team leads, designers, product managers, quality control and executive team members is preferred. If you possess the knowledge, skills, abilities and experience, we invite you to apply to join the DoIT Team!

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carry over year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

• Subject to management approval, serves as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT), supporting the Illinois Department of Corrections (DOC), acting as principal policy formulating administrator for the management process for DOC Information Technology (IT) services statewide.
• Develops technology vision, leadership, and strategic direction to align technology solutions and initiatives with the overall goals of the DOC and compliance with DoIT Enterprise standards.
• Establishes goals, develops strategies, and monitors performance to ensure operational effectiveness of DoIT/DOC.
• Serves as Agency spokesperson and Director’s primary advisor, representing the DoIT Secretary and GCIO through direct personal contact before Executive Agencies, boards, and commissions, including a variety of Federal and State agencies as well as local units of government.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Develops, prepares, and submits an annual operating budget planning for efficient fiscal management, personnel management, budget analysis and preparation, program development and public relations for the Department’s information services.
• Keeps abreast of current and advancing Information Technology by reviewing and evaluating current literature reflecting advancements in Information Technology.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with coursework in management information systems, information technology, computer science, or a directly related Information Technology field.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible management experience in a large information technology organization in a public or business organization.
• Requires four (4) years of professional experience in policymaking, strategic planning, and IT solutioning for large scale computer systems and platforms.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience supervising a team of Information Technology professionals in a large and highly complex public or private IT organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of professional experience leading and managing a state-of-the-art large scale IT operation.
• Five (5) years of professional experience developing, implementing, and interpreting departmental IT policies, standards, and procedures aligned with enterprise governance frameworks.
• Five (5) years of professional experience in effective enterprise-related planning and decision-making.
• Five (5) years of professional experience analyzing administrative programs, assessing administrative and operational challenges, and developing and implementing effective solutions.
• Five (5) years of professional experience managing complex IT portfolios, including project prioritization, business case development, and benefits realization tracking.
• Five (5) years of experience estimating and budgeting for future needs and costs of personnel, equipment, supplies, and services.
• Five (5) years of professional experience cultivating and leading a service-oriented, customer-focused culture within IT teams, emphasizing collaboration, accountability, and continuous service improvement.
• Ability to gain and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Master’s degree in management information systems, computer systems, or related field.

Conditions of Employment

All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. The State of Illinois complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check and requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
• Requires the ability to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, short notice, evening, weekends, and holidays.
• Requires the ability to serve in an on-call capacity.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Requires adherence to the revolving door restrictions outlined in 5 ILCS 430/5-45. Consequently, employees should be aware that in the event of receiving a non-State employment offer during state employment or within one year immediately following the termination of State employment, they are required to inform the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies (OEIG) of the Illinois Governor before accepting such non-State employment. Failure to notify the OEIG may result in the imposition of a fine.
• Requires compliance with the provisions outlined in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act, necessating the occupant of this position to file of a Statement of Economic Interest. Pursuant to the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.), specific state officials and employees are required to annually submit Statements of Economic Interest to the Office of the Secretary of State, which will be accessible to the public for examination and copying. Employees subject to this requirement must also file a Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission, as specified in Executive Order 15-09. Failure to submit these statements in a timely manner may result in fines and penalties.

The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation, and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.

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