Marketplace Project Manager

Job Requisition ID: 57470 
Opening Date: 08/04/2026
Closing Date: 08/18/2026
Agency: Department of Insurance
Class Title:  EXECUTIVE I - 13851 
Skill Option:  None  
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: $6,135 - $8,790 (Anticipated starting salary $6,135/CBA Language applies)
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time  
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: 

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.

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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

Join Get Covered Illinois and help us transform access to affordable healthcare coverage. As a Project Manager within GCI, you will play a critical role in delivering high-impact initiatives that directly support residents in accessing health insurance through a reliable, secure, and user-centered platform. In this role, you will manage workstreams that span policy implementation, IT system enhancements, consumer experience improvements, and operational efficiency.

You will collaborate with stakeholders across government agencies, vendors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with GCI’s vision. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of public service, technology, and healthcare policy. You’ll help shape a program that affects hundreds of thousands of residents, while gaining exposure to all of the aspects relation to a State Based Marketplace (SBM).

We’re looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment and is passionate about making a meaningful impact. If you enjoy solving complex problems, driving results, and contributing to public good, this role offers both professional challenge and purpose.

Essential Functions

• Under direction of the Deputy Director of Marketplace Business Solutions, oversees assigned project management duties.
• Maintains the master project schedule and project risks, action items, issues, and decisions (RAID) logs.
• Identifies and documents program processes and analyze current processes for potential improvements.
• Completes project management duties for special projects.
• Maintains document storage and organization methods.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
• Requires one (1) year of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in government, healthcare, or insurance industries.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects in a project management capacity.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience demonstrating complex and effective communication across stakeholders.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience with Microsoft Projects, Lists, and SharePoint.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience working with the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
• Prefers one (1) year of experience in the government sector.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience with proven problem-solving abilities.

Specialized Skills

• Requires possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in government, healthcare, or insurance industries.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to pass a background check.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• 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 Department of Insurance (DOI) regulates the insurance market in the State of Illinois including, but not limited to, licensing and educating insurance agents, investigating Workers Compensation fraud, and examining the operations and finances of insurance companies domiciled in the state. We are committed to protecting consumers and regulating the insurance industry with innovation and efficiency. DOI has approximately 220 employees who are split between our Chicago and Springfield offices.

State of Illinois employees enjoy a robust benefit package, including:

• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• 10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (sick days carry over from year to year)
• 12 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• 3 Paid Personal Days annually
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
• Flexible work schedules may be available, dependent upon position
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

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Work Hours: M-F; 8:30am - 5:00pm

• Requires the ability to report to the work location during work hours

Headquarter Location: 115 S Lasalle St, Chicago, Illinois, 60603
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact Email: View email address on us.fitly.work
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

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