Freight Specialist

Indiana Department of Transportation; Greenwood (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana Department of Transportation in Greenwood, IN, is seeking a Freight Specialist to support efficient freight movement across Indiana’s transportation network. You will collect and analyze freight data, monitor patterns, and assist planning efforts to improve freight corridors and multimodal links.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, plus the ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills applied to freight, traffic, or transportation datasets.
• Effective written and verbal communication for reports, documentation, and stakeholder communication.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations); familiarity with GIS is a plus.
• Understanding of transportation planning concepts and freight policies, or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze freight data to monitor patterns and support planning efforts.
• Monitor traffic and freight movements to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
• Assist in developing strategies to improve freight corridors and multimodal connections.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders on freight-related issues.
• Prepare reports and presentations for leadership, carriers, and communities.
• Respond to inquiries from carriers and community members while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Skills

Analytical/data interpretation

Written and verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Time-management

Office software proficiency

GIS awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in transportation, logistics, planning, engineering, public administration, or related field

Tools

GIS

Excel

Job description

Company Description The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), founded in 1919, plays a central role in planning, building, maintaining, and operating a statewide transportation system that supports safety, mobility, and economic growth. INDOT offers a dynamic workplace focused on serving Indiana residents, improving quality of life, and supporting economic opportunity. Team members contribute to high-profile initiatives such as Interstate 69, the Ohio River Bridges, and major highway upgrades in rapidly growing counties. With programs that include Public-Private Partnerships, sustainability-focused green initiatives, and innovative use of materials and assets, INDOT provides engaging opportunities for both experienced professionals and early-career talent. Employees enjoy meaningful work that directly impacts communities across Indiana.

Role Description The Freight Specialist is a full-time, on-site position based in Greenwood, IN. This role focuses on supporting efficient and safe freight movement across Indiana’s transportation network, including highways and related infrastructure. Day-to-day responsibilities include collecting and analyzing freight data, monitoring traffic and freight patterns, and assisting in planning efforts to improve freight corridors and multimodal connections. The Freight Specialist collaborates with internal teams, external partners, and industry stakeholders to address freight-related issues, support project development, and contribute to policy and program recommendations. Additional tasks may involve preparing reports and presentations, responding to inquiries from carriers and community members, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and departmental standards.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills, including the ability to work with freight, traffic, or transportation-related datasets.
• Knowledge of transportation planning, logistics, or supply chain concepts, particularly as they relate to highway and freight operations.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, documentation, and stakeholder communications.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage constructively with external partners and community stakeholders.
• Organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools); familiarity with GIS or transportation modeling is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in transportation, logistics, planning, engineering, public administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Understanding of state and federal transportation regulations and freight policies, or willingness to learn these standards.
• Commitment to safety, public service, and continuous improvement in transportation systems.