Copy Editor
Date Posted: Mar 7, 2025 Requisition ID: 457635 Location: Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204 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. 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: Copy Editor’s main duties are to create Contract Information Books, Revise contract documents, evaluate designers based on their timeliness and accuracy of submitted documents. This position is critical to construction contracts and successful letting process by timely creating of Contract Information Books, processing of revisions among other tasks. Salary: This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $42,900.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience. Location: This position is located in INDOT’s Central Office, Indianapolis. A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows: + Research and compile information on specific aspects of the program such as procedures, needs and policies. + Answer customer questions about program policies and procedures. + Establish, organize, and maintain current and historical files related to the program. + Assist in the preparation of program reports, develop applications, prepare budget allocations and/or purchasing of consultative services. + Maintain, monitor, and order program assets. + Assist supervisor in the development and planning of overall program and its role in the functioning of the agency. + Schedule, prepare, and disseminate all program related training materials. The Copy Editor position is responsible for creating INDOT contract letting documents for highway and bridge projects. + Resolve obstacles and challenges while creating contract letting documents. + Decide and confirm which special provisions are essential to include in the contract letting document. + Communicate with all stakeholders to find reasonable resolutions and to validate the contract letting material before advertising on the INDOT website. + Respond to Consultant and Project Managers to clarify their questions. + Monitor the standards, specifications, and provisions to ensure current policy and best practices are utilized. + Evaluate the performance of consultants to increase efficiencies and effectiveness of the contract letting material completion process. + Train new staff (copy editors) on policies and procedures 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. What You'll Need for Success: You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment: + Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations. + Specialized knowledge of applicable legislation, guidelines, agency policy and professional standards and practices. + Ability to research, analyze, and compile specific topics related to program area. + Ability to communicate effectively. + Ability to operate effectively in a group decision-making process. + Tact in dealing with other agency personnel and the public. + Specialized knowledge of accounting and budgeting. + Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. 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. Current Employee? 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