IDOT’s Hiring Process

IDOT Job Titles IDOT has two different types of positions CMS Code Positions Examples: Office Assistant, Office Associate, Highway Maintainer, etc. These positions require a grade from CMS Candidates should complete the CMS 100 application IDOT Technical Positions Examples: Technical Manager, Engineering Technician, Civil Engineer, etc. These positions do NOT require a grade from CMS Candidates should complete the IDOT Technical application (PM 1080 form)

IDOT Job Postings IDOT Job Postings can be viewed on two different websites. CMS Work 4 Illinois Homepage http://work.illinois.gov/ IDOT Homepage – “Current Vacancies” http://www.dot.il.gov/techapp/vacancy.html Each job posting provides instructions on how to apply for the respective position. Type of application (i.e. CMS 100, PM 1080, etc.) Deadline to apply Where to submit the application

Temporary Employment Opportunities IDOT has a Summer & Winter Technical Trainee Program Winter Program: January 1st – May 15th The agency generally posts these positions in November of the previous year Summer Program: June 1st – December 15th The agency generally posts these positions in April Tech Trainees are considered Temporary Seasonal Employees. Employees cannot become certified state employees under this title

Questions Regarding IDOT Employment Opportunities ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION BUREAU OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT, ROOM 113 2300 SOUTH DIRKSEN PARKWAY SPRINGFIELD, IL 62764 Phone Number: 217/782-5594