Permits Investigator
Aurora, IN, US, 47001
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 Permits Investigator position is responsible for the gathering of pertinent information necessary for the processing of permit applications to do work within the State of Indiana right of way. This position also requires job site inspections during and after construction to ensure compliance of all applicable laws, policies, and design standards. Investigator conducts annual outdoor advertising sign inventory and investigates all encroachment violations. This position reports directly to the Permits Manager. This position is well-suited for individuals with an interest in engineering, construction, and infrastructure maintenance, offering hands-on experience and opportunities for career growth.
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $47,320.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.
Location:
This position is located in INDOT’s Aurora Sub District, Technical Services Department.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Facilitates all permit application requests to for the District and then oversees construction for compliance.
- Investigates all illegal encroachments on State of Indiana Right of Way.
- Performs final inspections of approved permitted work to ensure work is performed according to the approved permit.
- Updates the inventory of all signs on the interstate and assigned routes in the district on an annual basis.
- Take precise measurements and interpretation of the locations of the route, right of way and property lines from checking metes and bounds of the property descriptions.
- Ascertains the zoning area on which the sign is located and checks records of the County Zoning Commission
- Checks official county roads and GIS to determine the landowner.
- May notify the property owner, sign owner of the violation, either in person or through proper correspondence, and request that they remove or relocate the sign.
- Follows up on previously determined violations and notifies District Office personnel of the change of sign status or of non-compliance by land or sign owners.
- Participate in snow removal activities.
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.
- Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
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. 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 jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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