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 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 Homeland Security (IDHS) :

The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) leads Indiana's emergency planning and operations, first responder training, and fire and building safety. The Indiana State Fire Marshal leads the Division of Fire and Building Safety (within IDHS), which oversees the enforcement of building codes and includes a fire investigations unit. The agency certifies and trains thousands of first responders and also hosts state-level exercises each year. IDHS also supports the state Emergency Operations Center (EOC), which leads response and coordination efforts for large-magnitude incidents.

Salary Statement :

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $120,016.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Provides leadership, direction, and vision for strategic planning, as well as design and execution of various agency projects and initiatives;
• Conducts research and prepares speeches, presentations and talking points for the Agency Head on an array of topics and for a degree of constituents & stakeholders;
• Ensures information flow to and from the Agency Head’s office, via all types of venues (forums, correspondence, speeches, conferences, retreats, etc.);
• Manages Agency Head’s priorities, including design and execution of projects and initiatives;
• Identifies and manages teams, conducts research, and develops action plans to ensure successful implementation for a variety of INSPD projects and initiatives;
• Leads budget, headcount, and metric discussions to ensure ensuring that correct priorities are measured and positioned for constant improvement;
• Makes recommendations regarding ways to develop operational efficiencies and implement initiatives consistent with the strategic plan of the agency;
• Reviews correspondence and drafts responses for the executive as appropriate, or forward to the appropriate person for response and/or reply;
• Assists on the agency’s Senior Management Team with other Assistant Agency Heads;
• Assists as a sounding board for the Agency Head on a range of issues, including organizational strategy and design issues, political questions, and agency priorities;
• Recruits, selects, onboards, and trains employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development;
• Sets expectations, measures progress, provides ongoing feedback, and evaluates the performance of employees. Ensures work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

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:

The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have either

• a Master’s Degree and 9+ years of experience, or
• a Bachelor’s Degree and 11+ years of experience, or
• an Associate’s Degree and 13+ years of experience, or
• at least 15+ years of experience applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.

Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.

• Ability to make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceive the impact and implications of those decisions;
• Ability to identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations;
• Working knowledge of all federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines which relate to human resource management;
• Strong understanding of project management foundational practices and ability to implement practices;
• Working knowledge of accounting and budget principles;
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, interpret, and correlate technical material and make recommendations on implementation in current programs;
• Ability to develop and implement new principles and policies and discern any far-reaching implications;
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with Federal and State agencies;
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow;
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
• Able 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 to 401(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
• 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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