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Part Time Highway
part-time•Fort Wayne
About this role
Allen County
Job Descriptions
Temporary Project Assistant
Department: Highway - Central FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Classification/Level: Temporary Date: 1/8/2026
Under the direction of the ROW & Communications Manager, the Temporary Project Assistant is responsible for assisting with asset management and maintenance programs for Allen County’s bridge and roadway transportation systems. This position is not covered as defined by The Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assists with project plans.
- Assists with the compilation and maintenance of construction record.
- Assists with asset management of transportation infrastructure and related programs for roads, bridges, culverts, traffic control systems, drainage ways, pavement striping, pavement repair, trails, guardrail, and streetlights.
- Assists with complaints and requests on issues related to roads, bridges, traffic, drainage, logjam removal, tree and brush control, and anti-graffiti activities.
- Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Enrolled and/or working towards a bachelor’s degree in construction, Civil Engineering or related field
- Strong computer skills with the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and other job-related software
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to use job related equipment, including but not limited to traditional and global positioning system equipment, computer, printer, plotter, and scanner
- Valid Driver’s License for driving to County job sites and operating County vehicles
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The Temporary Project Manager works in and outside a standard office setting where time is spent sitting, standing, and walking, some lifting of up to sixty pounds, pushing and pulling loads, reaching overhead, kneeling, and crawling, with frequent bending, monitoring equipment, detailed inspection, proofreading, and exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals and noise. Very frequent attention to detail, exposure to dangerous equipment, heavy traffic, and streams and rivers and some exposure to noxious odors and irate citizens exist.
LICENSING:
Valid Driver’s License for driving to County job sites and operating County vehicles
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
ROW & Communications Manager
HOURS:
8:00 am – 4:30 pm and as needed; < 30 hours/week; overtime as required
EEO CATEGORY:
0202
WORKERS’ COMP CODE:
8601
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Employee Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: ____________________
Supervisor Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: ____________________
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Accordingly, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, disability or medical condition, national origin, and veteran status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a known disabling condition will be considered in accordance with State and Federal Law.
What you'll do
- The Temporary Project Assistant assists with asset management and maintenance programs for Allen County’s bridge and roadway transportation systems. Responsibilities include project planning, maintaining construction records, and addressing complaints related to transportation infrastructure.
About Allen County Government
Allen County is the heartbeat of northeast Indiana. Home to 385,000 residents, Indiana's second-largest city (Fort Wayne), and robust rural communities, Allen County is thriving as a place to live, work, and play. From law enforcement to building permits and road maintenance to accounting, the over 1,300 dedicated employees working for Allen County serve in a workforce requiring a diversity of knowledge, skills, and abilities. Offering competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and the opportunity to serve their community, Allen County is an employer of choice in northeast Indiana, offering competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and the opportunity to serve the community.
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What does a Part Time Highway do at Allen County Government?
As a Part Time Highway at Allen County Government, you will: the Temporary Project Assistant assists with asset management and maintenance programs for Allen County’s bridge and roadway transportation systems. Responsibilities include project planning, maintaining construction records, and addressing complaints related to transportation infrastructure..
Is the Part Time Highway position at Allen County Government remote?
The Part Time Highway position at Allen County Government is based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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