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State of Indiana Traffic Investigator in La Porte, Indiana
Traffic Investigator
Date Posted: Dec 20, 2024
Requisition ID: 454006
Location:
La Porte, IN, US, 46350
Work for IndianaBegin 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:
The purpose of this position is to perform technical engineering assignments in collecting and analyzing data as well as preparing reports for various traffic and safety studies. Takes customer requests and conducts traffic investigations looking holistically at the locations and providing recommendations based on engineering principles. Makes observations of existing field conditions throughout the District and provides recommendations of improvements on a regular basis. Investigations are completed using special tools and measuring devices. Makes factual determination of causes and contributing conditions for fatal crashes along with preventative recommendations.
Collect, correlate, and analyze field data for assigned projects.
Conduct various traffic studies; count traffic; take roadway measurements, draw sketches, and take photographs of locations being investigated.
Use Microsoft Office software, spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and graphics software to produce reports.
Recommends proper course of action to supervisor from collected information and reports.
Prepare work orders.
Maintain traffic control device inventory.
Work with public to answer questions and to clarify requests.
Participate in snow removal activities
CDL Positions:
Candidates with a current CDL will earn an additional $1 per hour for this position. Candidates without a CDL will be given 90 days to obtain their CDL, with training provided by INDOT, and will then earn an additional $1 per hour upon successfully obtaining their CDL.
Location:
This position is located in INDOT’s LaPorte District.
Salary Statement:
The pay rate for this position traditionally starts at $24.26 per hour but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Calibrates, operates, and evaluates data from multiple specialize test systems at Materials and Tests; Obtain CDL license to assist in District snow removal operations;
Follows all related safety standards and conducts/participates in safety briefing.
Performs research, preliminary data analysis and collects quality data on multiple specialized testing systems.
Performs and maintains calibration of test systems to prescribed federal and state specifications.
Performs maintenance, repair and system upgrades to laboratory test systems.
Assists Laboratory Manager in conducting multiple laboratory tests and data analysis.
Assist with Facilities and B&G repair and maintenance.
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
High school graduate or equivalent.
Must possess a valid driver license.
Must have valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) or ability to obtain for snow removal.
Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.
Required to submit to and pass a drug test as a condition of employment.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing and walking for long periods of time.
Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.
Must have ability to read, write, and communicate clearly.
Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
The ability to read, interpret and follow technical documents such as AASHTO, ASTM, INDOT specifications, and Indiana Test Methods (ITM);
Basic knowledge of and the ability to operate and maintain material testing equipment.
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
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.
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