HIGHWAY ANALYST (TECHNICAL MANAGER III)

State-of-Illinois; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Hybrid scheduling

Health, Life, Vision, and Dental

Pension Plan

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks a Highway Analyst to review and improve HPMS data quality and reporting. You will prepare annual HPMS submissions, manage data accuracy, and use GIS tools to create insightful plots and reports for stakeholders.

Preferred candidates have a GIS background, strong analytical skills, and experience with Microsoft Access and Excel. This role supports flexible scheduling and offers extensive state benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or two years college plus two years data analysis or GIS experience.
• Experience with data extraction, GIS analysis and reporting.
• Strong planning, organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviews HPMS data to improve accuracy and completeness.
• Develops year-end inventory closure and HPMS submittal procedures.
• Uses MS Access to summarize inventory data for reports.
• Interprets HPMS requirements to ensure compliance.
• Coordinates with district/central offices and FHWA for data needs.
• Produces GIS-based plots and reports as required.

Skills

Strong planning

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or two years college + two years data analysis/GIS experience

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

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Job Requisition ID:59228 IPR# 26-01831
Opening Date: 10/05/2026
Closing Date: 10/20/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager III
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,055 Monthly; Full Range: $5,055- $8,800 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters
Work Hours: 8:00 AM-4:30 PM Monday-Friday

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs

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.

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.

Position Overview

This position is accountable for the review, updating, statistical validity, data quality control, reporting of the data required for the Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) as required by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the preparation of the annual HPMS submittal data, other HPMS reporting and other inventory data item reviews.

Essential Functions

• Reviews, analyzes, and updates the Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) data to improve the accuracy and completeness of the HPMS submittal.
• Develops procedures for the timely preparation of the year-end inventory file closure and HPMS data submittal to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) including other documents, statistics, and reports as required for the HPMS system and annual publications.
• Utilizes Microsoft Access databases to summarize and report inventory data to satisfy a broad range of user requests.
• Interprets HPMS system requirements and guidelines provided by the FHWA to ensure compliance of Illinois data.
• Maintains a professional relationship with district office, other central office personnel within the department and with the FHWA to effectively coordinate and satisfy the inventory data requirements.
• Utilizes geographical information systems (GIS) applications and other geographical based software to assist in the review of the inventory data and produces GIS based plots and reports as required.
• Maintains a statistically balanced sample adequacy size of HPMS road segments by monitoring the samples within the different categories.
• 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 general/liberal studies, business, business administration, marketing, mathematics, statistics, public administration, geographic information systems (GIS), computer information, management information systems, computer science, communication; OR Completion of two years of college PLUS two years of experience in research, GIS, extracting, analyzing, and summarizing data, or any combination thereof; OR Six years of experience in research, GIS, extracting, analyzing, and summarizing data, or any combination thereof.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI), ArcGIS or other GIS systems.
• Ability to generate summary information, maps, and charts for data quality reviews.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to analyze federal and state data regulations to comply with reporting requirements.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff.
• Strong planning, problem resolution, and organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver’s license.
• Occasional statewide travel with occasional overnight stays.
• Successful completion of a background check.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Highway Analyst.

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:

• 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.