Highway Engineering Assistant Manager Date Posted: Feb 14, 2025 Requisition ID: 456221 Location: Bloomfield, IN, US, 47424 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. At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, 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. 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: This position serves as the Districts Independent Assurance Lab Supervisor in the Testing Department supervising assigned Independent Assurance Technicians. Assists the District Materials Engineer in the review of concrete mix design submittals, including leading concrete trial batch demonstrations, and collecting and maintaining data on concrete mix designs used on INDOT Contracts. Conducts classroom and field training opportunities to material Acceptance Personnel for all testing qualifications outlined in Directive 107. Salary: This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $59,800.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience. Location: This position is located in INDOT’s Vincennes District, Testing Department. A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows: + Directly supervises all specialized laboratory testing program operations and data analysis requirements. + Ensures testing system calibration of all testing systems and oversees upgrading and repair of multiple specialized test systems. + Assigns technicians for testing, data analysis, during testing. + Provides technical guidance and oversees training operations of new laboratory testing technicians and equipment calibrations. + Directs specialized mechanical maintenance, repair, upgrades and replacement of complex testing and calibration systems/equipment. + Develops maintenance and operational manuals for test systems. + Responsible for approval of resource allocation for special test system repairs and upgrades. + Prepares and achieves performance metrics for program deliverables. + Supervises staff of 3-10 laboratory technicians. + Participates in various special investigative studies as directed. The job description 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. What You'll Need for Success: The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have either + A minimum of 4 years of Laboratory testing experience is required. + Experience in developing and leading project teams. Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience. + Supports a strong management culture by coaching and mentoring team members. + Work with Construction and Materials technical staff to create and provide training to staff members. + Responsible for assembling project team and assigning individual responsibilities. + Understands project objectives and role of each team members. + Supervises Appeal Laboratories. + Works with team to ensure testing standard, safety, and project scope compliance. + Prepares reports and analysis to manage risk and recommend necessary adjustments. + Presents project status and prepares recommendations for improving the project workflow. + May delegate low-level project tasks to assigned team member. + Responsible for ensuring the Laboratories compliance with all AASHTO, ASTM, Indiana Test Method, Directives, and other established standards, as well as all applicable laboratory and workplace safety standards. + Completes the scope of work while ensuring INDOT’s quality, financial, risk management and policy expectations are met. + Responsible for overall work progress and technical performance on project. + Performs other related duties as required. + Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members. 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 performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov. The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application. Current Employee? 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