Operations Analyst for Materials & Tests

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Operations Analyst for Materials & Tests (M&T) manages the background data within AASHTOWare Project (AWP), pursues improvements to test templates in AWP, provides AWP user support, maintains the digital archive of M&T documents, and maintains M&T websites to ensure consistency of information between the database, archive, and websites.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of operational, mathematical, analytical and/or statistical research techniques.
Ability to understand and comprehend both written and verbal instructions dealing with technical and abstract theories.
Ability to determine proper research methods to use, collect appropriate data and draw conclusions.
Advanced knowledge of the agency mission and administrative policies.
Advanced knowledge of computer and software programs and the ability to utilize these skills.
Ability to take abstract concepts and formulate physical models.
Effective communication skills.
Effective problem solving and analytical skills.
Ability to research and document findings, formulate sound recommendations, and make appropriate decisions.
Ability to effectively prioritize a variety of projects/functions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work independently.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

A degree is not required.

Responsibilities

Manages the background data within AASHTOWare Project (AWP).
Pursues improvements to test templates in AWP.
Provides AWP user support.
Maintains the digital archive of M&T documents.
Maintains M&T websites to ensure consistency of information between the database, archive, and websites.
Gathers information about business processes, business rules, methods of data acquisition, data application and assists in interpretation of the results.
Assists in the methodic, non-routine examinations of office specific data through the application of analysis routines, queries/scripts and prepares the results for use in custom reports, charts and maps.
Directly supports the activities of the office through the maintenance of specialty software including data loading/unloading, mass editing of datasets, validity checks and error message interpretation.
May test and evaluate new/existing technologies and business practices for practical implementation.

Benefits

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
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