EPMO Director (SPSA Opt. 3)

Illinoiscomptroller; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology in Springfield seeks a Senior Public Service Admin to lead the Enterprise Project Management Office and drive policy for statewide IT and telecommunications programs. You will supervise professional staff and align initiatives with statutory requirements.

The role requires strong MIS/PM background, PMP-like credentials, and proven leadership in complex public-sector projects; hybrid work options available.

Qualifications

• Requires college degree in MIS/data processing/telecommunications or related field.
• Four years of progressively responsible admin experience in MIS/telecom.
• Three years of professional IT leadership experience supervising teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) Deputy Director and policy-maker for IT/telecom programs.
• Formulate and implement policy for the total management process of IT and telecom with statewide impact.
• Establish long-range goals and objectives to support KPIs, standards, and strategies for DoIT programs.
• Develop budgets, monitor expenditures, and supervise project management activities.

Skills

MIS knowledge

Data processing

Telecommunications

Project management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

4-year college degree in MIS/Data Processing/Telecommunications or related field

Tools

PPM System

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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

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Job Requisition ID: 58480
Opening Date: 08/28/2026
Closing Date: 09/14/2026
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: $13,724-$15,249/month ($164,689-$182,988/Annual)
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, Gubernatorial (Management Bill)
Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm (work hours may vary)
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability:1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location:Springfield - 120 W Jefferson St or Chicago - 555 W. Monroe St.
Work County:Sangamon or Cook
Agency Contact: [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) isseekingto hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This positionserves as the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO)Deputy Directorand a policy-making official for the EPMO, which includes the EPMO Enterprise Portfolio and EPMO Enterprise Support. In this role you will formulate andimplement policy for the total management process of information technology and telecommunicationhavingstatewide impact.This position manages the evaluation, design and re-engineering of the business control and resource management processes of the EPMO toidentifyand further develop opportunities for improvement through the application of business process engineering principles and practices.In addition, you willestablishlong-range goals andobjectivesfor the programs to support the achievement of key performance indicators, standards, and key strategies for success in the EPMO.This position also interprets new legislation and administrative policies and procedures in partnership with other DoIT departments indeterminingthe impact on activities and/or programs of DoIT and the support of customer agencies.If youpossessthese knowledge, skills,abilitiesand experience, we invite you to apply today to join theDoITteam!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and visionplans.

Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent on 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 carryover year to year.

3 paid personal business days per year.

13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.

12 weeks ofparentalleave.

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 Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO)Directorand an policy-making official for the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) Enterprise Project Management Office, including formulating and implementing policy for the total management process of information technology and telecommunication which has a statewide impact.
• Manages the evaluation, design and re-engineering of the business control and resource management processes of the EPMO toidentifyand further develop opportunities for improvement through the application of business process engineering principles and practices.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Serves as an EPMO Product Ownercollaboratingwith prospective users and clients to understand andanticipatetheir needs and translate them into product requirements, including managingand prioritizingproduct backlog,such asbacklog planning and refining working sessions.
• Manages and oversees the use of theProject & Portfolio (PPM)Systemwhich serves as the primary project management tool for the EPMO,customer agencies, DoIT,and Project Management Offices, including identifying needs for technical training and communicating training availability throughout the organization.
• Establishes long-range goals and objectives for the programs to support the achievement of key performance indicators,standards,and key strategies for success in the EPMO, including the interpretation ofnew legislation and administrative policies and procedures in partnership with other DoIT departments in determining the impact on activities and programs of DoIT and the support of customer agencies.
• Develops and submits EPMO budget proposals for approvalin accordance withDoIT policies and in cooperation with the DoIT budget office, including monitoringprogram budget preparation and controllingappropriation of expenditures.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
• Performs all other duties asrequiredor assigned that arereasonably withinthe scope of the dutiesenumeratedabove.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with course work in management information systems, data processing, telecommunications or directly related information technology field.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in management information systems, data processing or telecommunication in a public or business information technology organization.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience supervisinga team of Information Technology professionals in a large and highly complexpublic or private IT organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four (4) years of professional experience directing the planning, development, administration, and coordination of statewide technical projects and programs, including formulating and implementing policy for the total management process of information technology and telecommunication services and operations within a large professional organization.
• Four (4) years of professional experience reviewing and analyzing status reports, project plans, and technical performance metrics to identify, accelerate, and resolve issues, including evaluating performance trending to suggest areas for statewide IT and telecommunication improvements.
• Four (4) years of professional experience evaluating, designing, and re-engineering business control and resource management processes to identify and further develop opportunities for improvement through the application of business process engineering principles and practices.
• Four (4) years of professional experience utilizing project management methodologies to direct essential project management behaviors, including distributing project management fundamentals and training, and deploying project management tools and templates in coordination with organizational development partners.
• Four (4) years of professional experience researching and analyzing feasibility, availability, and pricing of equipment and services to support program operations, procurement reviews, and resource planning.
• Four (4) years of professional experience developing, submitting, and directing the implementation of budget proposals, including forecasting budgetary needs, coordinating budget preparation, and monitoring expenditures in accordance with organizational policies.
• Ability to analyze complex administrative and project challenges,identifyroot causes, and implement strategic result-driven solutions that enhance operational efficiency and organizational effectiveness.
• Ability to develop andmaintaincooperative working relationshipswith staff, managers, executives, and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration in resolving sensitive administrative issues and supporting subordinate team members or project staff.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skillsto present administrative information clearly and precisely to diversestakeholders including executives, managers, staff, subordinate staff, and external/internalauditors.
• Certification(s) in: Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar project management certifications.

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 ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.
• Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to travel.
• Requires ability to work outside of normal business hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to20 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 arerequiredto inform the Office of the Executive Inspector General (OEIG) for the Agencies 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, necessitating 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 arerequiredto 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 tosubmitthese statementsin a timely mannermay result in fines and penalties.

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

Revolving Door: Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

Statement of Economic Interests: This position is subject to Statement of Economic Interests filing as required by the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act.

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