Job Description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation: 

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you. 

Role Overview: 

The position serves as a coordinator of interactions between Utility companies, Railroad companies, and the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) within the Capital Program Management division. You will work with to resolve issues as it pertains to projects involving utility relocations, railroad tracks, and railorad crossings.

Key skills for candidates to be successfull in this position are: 

• Specialized knowledge in construction, railroad, transportation, or utility operations obtained through experience and/or education
• Ability to read and decipher a variety of project plans as provided by various engineering groups
• Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites while complying with all applicable safety codes and requirements

Location : 

This position is located in INDOT’s LaPorte District, Capital Program Management Department.

Salary : 

This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $53,222.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience. 

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Provides input and direction to INDOT project managers as to what extent of utility / railroad coordination will be needed and how it will affect the schedule of construction for the highway work.
• Arrange meetings or phone conversations as necessary with department designers, consultants, utility / railroad officials, along with cities and counties to determine the scope of work, financial obligations, traffic control, and other issues relevant to the project.
• Participates in diagnostic team reviews that identifies appropriate utility relocation, railroad grade crossing treatments, and recommendations for statewide policies and procedures.
• Reviews highway plans and identifies and provides solutions to the project manager concerning any potential conflicts involving utility and railroad crossings.
• Provides solutions to INDOT project managers and external consultants as necessary, advising them of current utility and railroad processes as well as applicable federal and state statutes that must be followed when working with them.
• Participates in stakeholder visits, site visits, field assessments, and construction inspections.
• Respond immediately to INDOT project construction issues involving utilities and railroads as they arise for successful resolution to meet the schedule of the project.
• Ensures efficient delivery of coordination documents, such as certifications, special provisions, agreements, and relocation work plans.
• Formulates and assists with negotiations of agreements required for projects that impact utility relocations and railroad operations.
• Tracks progress of assigned projects assigned and assist with tasks as necessary to ensure project completion. 

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have either

• a Master’s Degree with 1+ years of experience, or
• a Bachelor’s Degree with 3+ years of experience, or
• a Associate’s Degree with 5+ years of experience, or 
• at least 7+ years of experience applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role. 

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Specialized knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education. 
• Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs.
• Ability to develop and implement new principles and policies and discern any far-reaching implications.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of accounting and budget principles.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: 

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

   

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov .

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