Director

Chick-fil-A; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Wellness rewards program

Health savings account

457(b) deferred compensation

Pension plan options

Paid leave policies

Vacation and holidays

Education reimbursement

Group life insurance

Referral bonus

Employee assistance program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Free parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is seeking an IT Director to lead technology strategy, align long-range goals with statewide priorities, and oversee IT operations, planning, and major initiatives. The role ensures collaboration across divisions and effective program governance.

Responsibilities include directing policy development, budgeting, and vendor negotiations, while mentoring Deputy IT Directors and staff to deliver within scope and schedule.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of state agency operations.
• Extensive experience in state government management.
• Ability to negotiate complex, large-sum agreements with agencies and vendors.
• Ability to frame policy implications for technical management.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to delegate, direct, and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Establish current and long-range technology goals aligned to the agency mission.
• Lead policy discussions and planning for the future of IT within the agency.
• Set policies, review IT processes, and select strategies for systems.
• Act as liaison between information systems and other agency functions.
• Supervise IT directors, managers, and staff or provide direction.
• Provide technical guidance for major plans and procedures.
• Analyze business needs and research new IT technologies.
• Represent the IT division in internal and external events.
• Participate in budgeting with agency executives for IT.
• Oversee IT projects through lifecycle within budget and schedule.
• Recruit, onboard, and develop staff with clear expectations.
• Set performance expectations and ensure quality and deadlines.

Skills

Policy framing

Effective communication

Delegation

Workflow management

Negotiation with agencies

Strategic leadership

Job description

The IT Director

Responsible for leading INDOT’s technology strategy, aligning long‑range goals with organizational mission and statewide priorities. Oversees policy development, IT operations, systems planning, and major technology initiatives while ensuring effective collaboration across divisions.

Location

INDOT's Central Office.

Salary

Starts at $107,302.00, commensurate with education and experience. Use the Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life

• Establish current and long‑range technology goals in accordance with the agency mission.
• Lead discussions in the development of agency policy and planning for the future.
• Set policies and procedures, review methods, processes, and specifications of the IT systems to develop strategies.
• Act as a liaison between information systems and other functions of the agency.
• Directly supervise or provide functional direction to Deputy Information Technology Director(s), function manager(s), supervisor(s) and other information technology staff.
• Dispense technical advice, guidance, direction, and authorization to carry out major plans and procedures.
• Analyze high‑level business needs and research new technologies to identify and select IT hardware and software products to support internal business processes.
• Represent the agency’s information technology division at events and meetings that are within and outside of state government.
• Participate in the budgeting process with agency executives for the information technology division.
• Oversee IT projects through their entire lifecycle to ensure timely completion and within budget.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

What You'll Need for Success

• Thorough knowledge of the organization and management of the state agency’s operations.
• Considerable knowledge of the organization and management of state government.
• Ability to negotiate complex and large‑sum agreements with other agencies, divisions, and outside vendors.
• Ability to frame issues based on the policy implications associated with managing a technical discipline.
• Effective communication skills.
• 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.

A degree is not required. However, at least 7+ years of experience in Information Technology or a related field with experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Individuals should have the ability 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

• 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 [e-mail].