Program Director

State of Indiana; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Indiana Department of Transportation Greenfield District is seeking a technical ADA compliance specialist to help ensure assets meet PROWAG and ADA requirements. The role focuses on accurate ADA inventories and compliance for district assets.

The position involves field inspections, coordination with designers, contractors, and INDOT staff, and participation in TAC meetings to guide upgrades. A degree is not required, but 5+ years of relevant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge in program subject matter through experience or education.
• Specialized knowledge of ADA rules and regulations.
• Basic knowledge of federal and state laws governing the programs.
• Ability to implement new principles and policies and discern implications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of accounting and budget principles.

Responsibilities

• Monitor KPIs to ensure program effectiveness.
• Develop, update, and monitor policies and procedures related to the program area.
• Answer customer questions about program policies and procedures.
• Act as technical consultant to stakeholders to clarify and interpret policies and procedures.
• Prepare monthly and annual program reports.
• Review the budget and ensure program assets are allocated appropriately.
• Monitor compliance and make recommendations to increase efficiencies.
• Prepare training materials and train agency employees on program requirements and usage.
• Deliver communication plans and communications.
• Serve as a liaison between agency and other state and federal agencies.

Skills

ADA compliance

Construction inspection

GIS mapping

Stakeholder communication

Budget awareness

Tools

GIS field maps app

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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 goal of this position is to ensure the federally required ADA inventory is as accurate as possible, ensuring that newly built or upgraded assets are ADA compliant to current standards to prevent harm to pedestrians and protecting INDOT from any civil suits from pedestrians covered by the ADA. The further purpose of this position is to manage the ADA asset program for the Greenfield District. This positions acts as the technical expert for compliance of the district assets and sits in the Technical services department. This includes construction inspection and inventory management of the gis map which includes visually inspecting and measuring every newly constructed asset, Planning with the asset management team, design review and guidance for the scoping team and designers, and also plan review of permits that include ADA assets.

This position attends pre-con meetings to give guidance to contractors and construction staff, and also attends field checks to help identify ADA assets that would need upgraded as part of an INDOT project. This position also sits in TAC (technical advisory committee) meetings for contracts in the Greenfield district. This position is responsible for ensuring vendors and contractors working in the Greenfield district implement all current ADA requirements in designing and building effected facilities. This position regularly assists with training INDOT staff and consultants in other districts to use the gis field maps app and general ADA/PROWAG compliance.

An ideal candidate is familiar with indot construction practices, has experience with the installation and inspection of ADA installations in the field, and is comfortable discussing issues with INDOT staff, consultant designers, and technical experts in the area of ADA compliance.

Location:
This position is with INDOT's Greenfield District.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at$47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Monitor key performance indicators to ensure program effectiveness.
• Assist in developing, updating, and monitoring all policies and procedures related to the program area.
• Answer customer questions about program policies and procedures.
• Act as technical consultant to stakeholders to clarify and interpret policies and procedures.
• Prepare and disseminate monthly and annual program reports.
• Review the budget and program assets are allocated appropriately.
• Monitor compliance and make recommendations to the program to increase efficiencies.
• Prepare training materials and train agency employees on program requirements and usage.
• Deliver communication plans and communications.
• Serve as a liaison between agency and other state and federal agencies.

The job profile 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 with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Working knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education.
• Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations.
• Basic knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs.
• Ability to implement new principles and policies and discern any far-reaching implications.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of accounting and budget principles.

A degree is not a standard requirement for this role. However, at least 5+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered. Some positions may include specific education requirements depending on the program scope.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

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
• Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(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
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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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] .