Statewide Asset Management Director

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

4d•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 Statewide Asset Management Director for the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) reports directly to the Managing Director of Asset Management and will lead strategic investment planning for Indiana's Interstate Highway System through effective corridor planning. Further, this role will lead a team tasked to provide the structured support districts need for scoping and managing roadside assets by helping establish consistent asset inventories and clear program guidance. Additionally, the Director will lead the integration of emerging technologies such as AI-based asset identification and connected vehicle data into practical asset management tools, ensuring innovation is effectively translated into operational practice. Lastly, the position will enhance resiliency planning, emergency response coordination, and unify GIS functions to support technology modernization and robust data governance. Location: This position is with INDOT’s Central Office in Indianapolis. Salary: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $102,024.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Requirements

Must have a valid Professional Engineer License issued by the State of Indiana.
Knowledge of information technology systems and applications
Broad knowledge of operations and management techniques.
Ability to work in a lateral direction across organizational boundaries to identify business information needs and implement solutions to fulfill them.
Possess a high level of analytical, planning and organizational skills to project needs, manage projects, and application activities.
Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
Ability to formulate sound management and fiscal recommendations and make appropriate decisions with consideration of potential impact on agency, department and district.
Ability to effectively prioritize a variety of projects/functions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to organize thoughts and ideas in a logical manner.
At least five (5) years of supervisory and/or management experience in operations (or related discipline) applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Nice To Haves

A degree is not required.

Responsibilities

Direct staff in development of engineering specifications, policies, procedures, and standards having statewide impact for entire engineering program function.
Establishes work priorities.
Directs development and implementation of policies and procedures.
Evaluates program effectiveness.
Develops and administers budgets.
Evaluates need and coordinates training.
Directly provide developmental opportunities, coaches staff to foster development, job satisfaction, assigns work, evaluates performance, recommends discipline, if necessary, provide feedback.
Review and approve goals and objectives proposed by staff.
Direct the preparation of highly technical engineering reports including program manuals.

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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