Transportation Traffic & Safety Specialist

About the role

This position represents the organization before regional and local government bodies, transportation agencies, and community and business groups to help achieve transportation public policy objectives. The role involves developing and maintaining relationships with transportation and safety experts, agency personnel, interest groups, and others to stay informed and engaged, establish expertise in transportation and traffic safety funding, project development, and other relevant subject matters.

Responsibilities

• Master traffic safety topics and educational programs; teach and present traffic safety information to various audiences.
• Prepare for, set up, and staff traffic safety classes, community programs, and other events.
• Engage in frequent telephone and digital communication with Auto Club members and the public.
• Develop and distribute traffic safety and community brochures and other materials.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with educational, community, elected official, and law enforcement partners.
• Prepare educational articles, brochures, and traffic safety content for internal and external audiences.
• Represent the organization at numerous small and large community events.
• Handle administrative duties related to traffic safety classes and community events, including website and database management, materials fulfillment, transporting materials and equipment, and setting up at indoor and outdoor events.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in public health, education, public policy, public relations, community relations, marketing, or a similar discipline.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in directly related areas.
• Experience in teaching, dynamic public speaking, event planning, educational materials production and distribution, educational program planning, implementation, curriculum development, and community and media relations.
• Advanced ability to successfully develop and implement initiatives and programs.
• Available to work evenings and weekends as needed for scheduled events.
• Proficiency in MS Office programs and specialized hardware/software necessary for technical tasks.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Provide proof of automobile liability insurance at time of hire.

Pay

The starting pay range for this position is $92,600.00 - $123,600.00. Additionally, full-time positions are eligible to participate in an incentive program based on the achievement of organization, team, and personal performance.

Benefits

• Health coverage for medical, dental, and vision.
• 401(K) savings plans with company match and pension.
• Tuition assistance.
• Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs.
• Paid parental leave.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services, and more).