Operations Analyst for Materials & Tests

Work for Indiana 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 Operations Analyst for Materials & Tests (M&T) manages the background data within AASHTOWare Project (AWP), pursues improvements to test templates in AWP, provides AWP user support, maintains the digital archive of M&T documents, and maintains M&T websites to ensure consistency of information between the database, archive, and websites. Location: This position is with INDOT's Materials and Test Division. Salary The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 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: Gather information about business processes, business rules, methods of data acquisition, data application and assists in interpretation of the results. Assist in the methodic, non-routine examinations of office specific data through the application of analysis routines, queries/scripts and prepares the results for use in custom reports, charts and maps. Directly support the activities of the office through the maintenance of specialty software including data loading/unloading, mass editing of datasets, validity checks and error message interpretation. May test and evaluate new/existing technologies and business practices for practical implementation. 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: Advanced knowledge of operational, mathematical, analytical and/or statistical research techniques. Ability to understand and comprehend both written and verbal instructions dealing with technical and abstract theories. Ability to determine proper research methods to use, collect appropriate data and draw conclusions. Advanced knowledge of the agency mission and administrative policies. Advanced knowledge of computer and software programs and the ability to utilize these skills Ability to take abstract concepts and formulate physical models. Effective communication skills. Effective problem solving and analytical skills. Ability to research and document findings, formulate sound recommendations, and make appropriate decisions. Ability to effectively prioritize a variety …

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