Leadership Development Manager

Leadership Development Manager

Date Posted: Oct 6, 2026

Requisition ID: 485119

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

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 Leadership Development Manager is responsible for maintaining and enhancing existing Talent Management leadership offerings, while also, researching, developing and implementing new programs that address emerging agency needs. This role leads several key initiatives, including managing internally developed leadership programs, administering and facilitating leadership assessments, and sustaining external partnerships that provide additional development opportunities for INDOT employees.

The Leadership Development Manager will need to have strong facilitation and interpersonal skills, exceptional organization, a growth mindset, and experience in content development and leadership. This role also has an opportunity to lead one direct report, which can assist in both current initiatives and in expanding INDOT’s leadership opportunities.

Location:

This position is with INDOT’s Central Office in Indianapolis.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800.00 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:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify training needs and performance gaps.

• Design, develop, and update training programs, materials, and resources.

• Conduct training sessions for new hires, existing employees, and leadership teams.

• Utilize a variety of training methods, including workshops, e-learning, simulations, and on-the-job training.

• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through assessments, surveys, and feedback.

• Monitor employee progress and track training completion rates.

• Modify training programs as needed based on feedback and changing business needs.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in training and development.

• Mentor and guide a team of trainers, providing coaching and professional development.

• Collaborate with HR to ensure training aligns with career development paths.

• Foster a positive and engaging learning environment for employees.

• Prepares a variety of narrative and statistical reports and course curriculum information.

• Supervises maintenance of employee training history files.

• Conducts training for staff regarding quality and effectiveness of training programs.

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:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques and advanced adult education.

• Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of several areas of training and education including texts and materials developed in the field.

• Specialized knowledge of training and educational methods and techniques as well as advanced adult education principles and practices.

• Working knowledge of the agency’s or institution’s functions, operations and purpose.

• Considerable knowledge of experiential learning techniques.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Proficiency in using training software, e-learning platforms, and multimedia tools.

• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and levels of the organization.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Proven ability to adapt to changing priorities and business needs.

A degree is not required. However, at least 8 years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Completion of relevant education degree(s) and certifications may substitute for equivalent years of experience.

Individuals should have the ability 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 View email address on click.appcast.io.

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