Hwy Engineering Asst

**Work for Indiana**:
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse 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**:
**Salary**:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

**CDL Positions**:
**Location**:
This position is located in INDOT’s Fort Wayne District.

**A Day in the Life**:

- This position also requires job site inspections during and after construction to ensure compliance of all applicable laws, policies and design standards. Investigator conducts annual outdoor advertising sign inventory and investigates all encroachment violations.
- Investigator performs monthly night lighting of lighting inventory through out Fort Wayne District.
- This position reports directly to the Permits Manager.

**What You'll Need for Success**:

- High School Diploma or equivalent;
- Preferred Associates degree or five (5) years of regulatory experience (or substitute training as equal experience).
- Knowledge of Indiana laws, and statutory codes, INDOT policies and construction standards;
- Broad knowledge in agency's mission, program, and administrative policies of permit section;
- Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or ability to obtain a CDL within 90 days;
- Must possess a valid driver’s license;
- Ability to read and analyze codes and manuals;
- Ability to work with the public to assess needs, provide assistance, resolve problems, and satisfy expectations;
- Must be able to work independently; and,
- Must be available for snow and ice removal and report in a timely manner.
- Extensive knowledge of surveying and inspection techniques that are common to construction;
- Extensive knowledge of accepted construction practices, procedures and precedents;
- Considerable knowledge of highway statutory, departmental, and administrative laws, rules and regulations;
- Considerable knowledge of highway construction practices in the field of civil engineering;
- Basic knowledge of the various methods that are utilized in the acquisition of land and associated properties;
- Ability to direct, coordinate, and review the overall work at multiple project sites and advise assistant project supervisors on technical and production tasks;
- Ability to analyze data and prepare concise and informative reports from such data;
- Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing;
- Ability to read, interpret and evaluate a wide variety of construction plans.

**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
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k 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
- 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 perfo