Statewide Asset Management Director

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plans

Paid leave programs

Education Reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

State of Indiana in Indianapolis seeks a visionary Statewide Asset Management Director to guide strategic investment planning for Indiana's Interstate Highway System and to support asset inventories and program guidance.

You will lead a team delivering district support, and drive the integration of AI-based asset identification, connected vehicle data, and robust GIS governance.

The role emphasizes resiliency planning, emergency coordination, and staff development to uphold statewide standards.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Professional Engineer License issued by the State of Indiana.
• Knowledge of information technology systems and applications.
• Broad knowledge of operations and management techniques.
• Ability to work in a lateral direction across organizational boundaries to identify business information needs and implement solutions to fulfill them.
• High level of analytical, planning and organizational skills to project needs, manage projects, and application activities.
• Effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to formulate sound management and fiscal recommendations and make appropriate decisions with consideration of potential impact on agency, department and district.
• Ability to effectively prioritize a variety of projects/functions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management.
• Ability to work independently and organize thoughts logically.

Responsibilities

• Direct staff in development of engineering specifications, policies, procedures, and standards with statewide impact for the entire engineering program.
• Establishes work priorities.
• Directs development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Develops and administers budgets.
• Evaluates need and coordinates training.
• Provide developmental opportunities, coaches staff, assigns work, evaluates performance, recommends discipline as needed.
• Review and approve goals and objectives proposed by staff.
• Direct the preparation of highly technical engineering reports including program manuals.

Skills

PE license

IT systems

Operations mgmt

Cross-functional

Analytical skills

Comm skills

Budgeting

Project prioritization

Leadership

Independence

Documentation

Job description

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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 Statewide Asset Management Director for the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) reports directly to the Managing Director of Asset Management and will lead strategic investment planning for Indiana's Interstate Highway System through effective corridor planning. Further, this role will lead a team tasked to provide the structured support districts need for scoping and managing roadside assets by helping establish consistent asset inventories and clear program guidance. Additionally, the Director will lead the integration of emerging technologies such as AI-based asset identification and connected vehicle data into practical asset management tools, ensuring innovation is effectively translated into operational practice. Lastly, the position will enhance resiliency planning, emergency response coordination, and unify GIS functions to support technology modernization and robust data governance.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Direct staff in development of engineering specifications, policies, procedures, and standards having statewide impact for entire engineering program function.
• Establishes work priorities.
• Directs development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Develops and administers budgets.
• Evaluates need and coordinates training.
• Directly provide developmental opportunities, coaches staff to foster development, job satisfaction, assigns work, evaluates performance, recommends discipline, if necessary, provide feedback.
• Review and approve goals and objectives proposed by staff.
• Direct the preparation of highly technical engineering reports including program manuals.

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.

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:

• Must have a valid Professional Engineer License issued by the State of Indiana.
• Knowledge of information technology systems and applications
• Broad knowledge of operations and management techniques.
• Ability to work in a lateral direction across organizational boundaries to identify business information needs and implement solutions to fulfill them.
• Possess a high level of analytical, planning and organizational skills to project needs, manage projects, and application activities.
• Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to formulate sound management and fiscal recommendations and make appropriate decisions with consideration of potential impact on agency, department and district.
• Ability to effectively prioritize a variety of projects/functions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to organize thoughts and ideas in a logical manner.

A degree is not required. However, at least five (5) years of supervisory and/or management experience in operations (or related discipline) 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:

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
• Free Parkingfor most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learningaccess

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] .