Job Description

Work for Indiana

Begin 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.

As an 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: 

As a Geologist for the Indiana Department of Transportation you will be responsible for providing professional geologic and related technical expertise to governmental agencies and the public. In this position, you will be responsible for assessing and conducting site investigations by evaluating and utilizing geologic, environmental geologic, engineering geologic, and hydrogeologic techniques and principles. You will evaluate sites to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental laws so that human health and the environment are protected.

Essential Responsibilities Include: Consultant Laboratory Supervision, Annual AASHTO and AMRL Testing procedures for Geotechncial Laboratory, Oversee the Drilling Procedures and scheduling, and Update Consultant Pre-Qualification Manuals.

Salary : 

This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $67,314.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience. 

Location : 

This position is located in INDOT’s Central Office, Indianapolis, Geotechnical Engineering Department.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows: 

• Provide geological consultation utilizing technical expertise regarding engineering geology, hydrogeology, and geology. 
• Understand, interpret, and employ applicable State and Federal regulatory rules, guidance, and policies related to geological investigations and contaminant remediation. 
• Lead or assist field teams during site investigations.
• Offer solutions to issues/complaints using data analysis and test data. 
• Facilitate the creation and editing of staff reports and correspondence to ensure consistency in application of laws and regulations. 
• Educate staff regarding implementation of geological policies and programs.
• Review and evaluate technical guidance documents, reports, journals, and related articles. 
• Create internal schedules and work scopes, milestones, deliverables, and end products. 
• Maintain organized site files and program databases. 
• Assist in geological enforcement actions. 
• Participate in pre-hearing conferences, provide testimony as expert witness in pre-trial depositions and hearings, and testify in administrative or court hearings. 
• Propose revisions to existing regulations and identify new needs in agency or program operations and develop long-term strategies to deal with these new needs. 
• Manage resources for strategy implementation. 
• Report findings and make recommendations of building structures (including dams, bridges, highways etc.) material aggregates and soils for construction.
• Administer INDOT’s ledge and pit sampling program. Conduct and analyze the sampling tests and publish results to ensure compliance with specifications and compatibility with the uses recommended. 
• Serve as technical expert for geotechnical instrumentation and supervise SPT & CPT drilling operations ensuring that projects are done correctly and in a timely manner. 

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:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology with an emphasis on Hydrogeology or Engineering Geology, Environmental Science, Petroleum Engineering, or a related area.
• Must be registered as a Licensed Professional Geologist in Indiana. 
• Six (6) years of work experience in geology, hydrogeology, environmental management, or related fields. 
• Broad knowledge of the principles, practices, theories, and methodologies applied to geologic/hydrogeologic science and related fields. 
• Thorough knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply all applicable federal and state laws, environmental regulations, acts, and guidelines. 
• Broad knowledge of applied statistics, environmental design, geologic sampling, and interpretation of geologic analysis. 
• Thorough knowledge of remedial and corrective action as it relates to various program areas. 
• Ability to conduct intensive research for geologic and hydrogeological advancement of the program area. 
• Ability to determine resolutions and new approaches to various geotechnical problems. 
• Specialized knowledge of well hydraulics, ground water modeling, drinking water management, waste and wastewater management, and related regulations.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment with the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) 

• Knowledge of American Association of State Highway Transportation (AASHTO), American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM), Indiana Test Methods, and INDOT specifications. 
• Advanced knowledge of, and ability to operate, geologic field instruments and construction testing equipment such as LWD, DCPT, etc. 
• Advanced knowledge of survey and mapping techniques. 

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 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. 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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