Southern Arkansas University
Technical Manager IV - Diversity and External Affairs Manager - IPR#47245
Southern Arkansas University, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Technical Manager IV - Diversity and External Affairs Manager - IPR#47245Agency:
Department of TransportationClosing Date/Time:
04/23/2024Salary:
$5,120 - $9,155 MonthlyAnticipated Starting Salary Range:
$5,120 - $6,620Job Type:
SalariedCounty:
CookNumber of Vacancies:
1Plan/BU:
NR916 - Pro Tech TeamstersThis 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.Agency Mission StatementThe Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Diversity and External Affairs Manager.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.The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas.Health, Life, Vision, and Dental InsurancePension Plan(10) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity LeaveDeferred 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 ReimbursementEmployee Assistance Program and/or mental health resourcesWe 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.Job ResponsibilitiesThis position serves as a liaison between the Office of Business and Workforce Diversity (OBWD), Office of Finance and Administration (OFA), and external stakeholders including, but not limited to, state and local legislators, municipal leaders, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) and prime contractors, Chamber of Commerce staff, economic development organizational staff, planning association personnel, and community-based organizational staff. This position is responsible for ensuring that internal and external stakeholders are kept abreast of DBE goal achievement through reporting, and made aware of certification workshops, compliance efforts, supportive services assistance, community outreach initiatives, and networking. This position represents the department and is charged with helping manage DBE project initiatives, data management, and subsequent reporting.This position reports to the Director of OBWD. There are no subordinates reporting to this position.The environment of this position is unique in that the incumbent provides assistance and performs special assignments for the Director of OBWD regarding the federal DBE Program, Supportive Services, Highway Construction Training Program, and Illinois Works Jobs Program Compliance. To be most effective, the incumbent should be able to personally anticipate and identify impending issues and problems, especially issues involving DBE goal achievement and related subjects. The incumbent initiates reviews and/or studies of issues and presents, often on short notice, written and precise documents and presentations for management staff. This position serves as liaison between the department and various community groups, the legislature, other state agencies, and the public for the DBE Program. The issues the incumbent typically deals with are of a sensitive and confidential nature of which s/he must be continually aware and exercise discretion. It is essential that the incumbent can elicit, understand, and present divergent views.QualificationsPosition RequirementsEducation/Experience: Completion of a bachelor's degree majoring in business, political science, public policy studies, economics, or communications PLUS two years of experience managing outreach or diversity programs, projects, and/or data, or a combination thereof; OR Eight years of experience managing outreach or diversity programs, projects, and/or data, or a combination thereof.Valid driver's licenseFrequent statewide and/or out-of-state travel with overnight staysSuccessful completion of background check screeningWorking knowledge of governmental operations or external relationsProject Management Professional CertificationExperience working with databasesWorking knowledge of the Microsoft Office SuiteWork Hours:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - FridayWork Location:
69 W Washington St Chicago, IL 60602-3134Work Office:
Office of Business and Workforce DiversityAgency Contact:
DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
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Department of TransportationClosing Date/Time:
04/23/2024Salary:
$5,120 - $9,155 MonthlyAnticipated Starting Salary Range:
$5,120 - $6,620Job Type:
SalariedCounty:
CookNumber of Vacancies:
1Plan/BU:
NR916 - Pro Tech TeamstersThis 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.Agency Mission StatementThe Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Diversity and External Affairs Manager.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.The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas.Health, Life, Vision, and Dental InsurancePension Plan(10) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity LeaveDeferred 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 ReimbursementEmployee Assistance Program and/or mental health resourcesWe 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.Job ResponsibilitiesThis position serves as a liaison between the Office of Business and Workforce Diversity (OBWD), Office of Finance and Administration (OFA), and external stakeholders including, but not limited to, state and local legislators, municipal leaders, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) and prime contractors, Chamber of Commerce staff, economic development organizational staff, planning association personnel, and community-based organizational staff. This position is responsible for ensuring that internal and external stakeholders are kept abreast of DBE goal achievement through reporting, and made aware of certification workshops, compliance efforts, supportive services assistance, community outreach initiatives, and networking. This position represents the department and is charged with helping manage DBE project initiatives, data management, and subsequent reporting.This position reports to the Director of OBWD. There are no subordinates reporting to this position.The environment of this position is unique in that the incumbent provides assistance and performs special assignments for the Director of OBWD regarding the federal DBE Program, Supportive Services, Highway Construction Training Program, and Illinois Works Jobs Program Compliance. To be most effective, the incumbent should be able to personally anticipate and identify impending issues and problems, especially issues involving DBE goal achievement and related subjects. The incumbent initiates reviews and/or studies of issues and presents, often on short notice, written and precise documents and presentations for management staff. This position serves as liaison between the department and various community groups, the legislature, other state agencies, and the public for the DBE Program. The issues the incumbent typically deals with are of a sensitive and confidential nature of which s/he must be continually aware and exercise discretion. It is essential that the incumbent can elicit, understand, and present divergent views.QualificationsPosition RequirementsEducation/Experience: Completion of a bachelor's degree majoring in business, political science, public policy studies, economics, or communications PLUS two years of experience managing outreach or diversity programs, projects, and/or data, or a combination thereof; OR Eight years of experience managing outreach or diversity programs, projects, and/or data, or a combination thereof.Valid driver's licenseFrequent statewide and/or out-of-state travel with overnight staysSuccessful completion of background check screeningWorking knowledge of governmental operations or external relationsProject Management Professional CertificationExperience working with databasesWorking knowledge of the Microsoft Office SuiteWork Hours:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - FridayWork Location:
69 W Washington St Chicago, IL 60602-3134Work Office:
Office of Business and Workforce DiversityAgency Contact:
DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
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