INNOVATION AND IT PROJECT MANAGER

Itasca; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IMRF pension participation

Job summary

The Village of Itasca is seeking a qualified Innovation and IT Project Manager in the Administration Department to oversee day- to-day IT operations and IT improvement projects under the supervision of the Finance Director.

The role will develop a five-year IT Plan, manage the IT budget, coordinate security assessments, and guide staff in upgrading systems; it also leads the GIS Consortium transition over the coming year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, business, public administration, or closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of IT or project management experience.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, Microsoft 365, GIS, and SCADA; ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day IT operations and IT improvement projects.
• Develop and implement a five-year IT Plan.
• Manage the IT portion of the annual budget and coordinate security assessments.
• Collaborate with staff to upgrade and replace systems and processes.
• Lead the Village’s transition to the GIS Consortium.

Skills

IT project management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in IT/CS/Related field

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft 365

GIS

SCADA

Job description

Description

The Village of Itasca is seeking a qualified and innovative IT professional to fill a full-time Innovation and IT Project Manager position in the Administration Department. Under the supervision of the Finance Director, the Innovation and IT Project Manager oversees the day-to-day IT operations and IT improvement projects. The Innovation and IT Project Manager collaborates with the members of the executive team to foster a culture of innovation which leverages technology for both organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

In this role, the Innovation and IT Project Manager oversees IT consulting services, develops and implements a five-year IT Plan, manages the IT portion of the annual budget, coordinates security assessments and identified enhancements, and collaborates with staff to evaluate current practices in order to enhance, upgrade, and replace existing systems and processes as needed.

In the coming year, the Innovation and IT Project Manager will also lead the Village’s transition to the GIS Consortium and oversee the continual services provided by the GIS Consortium.

About Itasca

Itasca is a warm and friendly community that embraces families and businesses alike. Itasca is located in the northeast corner of DuPage County just west of O’Hare International Airport. Home to large industrial and office parks, four hotels, and a Metra Station, Itasca is known for its strong business climate, multimodal transportation, and interstate highway access. The FY 2027 Budget includes approximately $1 million in IT projects, consulting services, and licensing. The Village has a diversified revenue stream with very strong sales tax, property tax, utility tax and income tax.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting salary for this position is $110,000 +/- DOQ plus an excellent benefits package including IMRF pension participation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in information technology, computer science, business, public administration, or closely related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Master’s Degree preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of increasingly responsible information technology or project management experience. Government experience preferred.
• Knowledge of computers, hardware, software applications and network infrastructure.
• Knowledge of ERP system(s), Microsoft 365, GIS, and SCADA and ability to learn new software systems.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Illinois drivers’ license.

Applications will be accepted until September 21, 2026, with the first review of applications to begin on September 8, 2026.

The Village of Itasca is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer