Vision Zero Program Coordinator

About The Position

This is entry to full performance level professional planning work. The incumbent serves as a member of the Department’s Vision Zero Prince George’s team and supports the coordination, outreach, and implementation of a Vision Zero Program and Action Plan. Responsibilities include assisting with program development, project prioritization, partnership development, and community engagement, as well as supporting communications, outreach, and public information efforts. The incumbent also tracks best practices, contributes to reports and presentations, and supports special programs and departmental initiatives. Upon the satisfactory completion of a probationary period, entry-level incumbents may be non-competitively promoted to the II full performance level. Work is performed under the general direction of the Vision Zero Program Manager.

About The Agency

The Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is responsible for nearly 2,000 miles of County-maintained roadways that range from rural to urban classifications. The transportation infrastructure includes 900 bridges, as well as shoulders, sidewalks, curbs/gutters, stormwater management facilities, driveway aprons, and nearly 3,000 acres of grassy area—all maintained by DPW&T staff. The workforce keeps the County’s services moving by performing activities such as removing snow and ice from roadways, upgrading traffic signals, installing streetlights, clearing fallen trees, unclogging drainage inlets, maintaining stormwater management facilities, and performing roadway repairs ranging from potholes and sidewalk trip hazards to bridge repairs and resurfacing projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Vision Zero Program Manager in coordinating and monitoring the implementation of the Prince George’s County Vision Zero Action Plan.
• Support in formulating a data-driven methodology to inform preliminary pre-planning project and program development and prioritization within DPW&T based on Vision Zero goals and Action Plan.
• Work with other employees to develop and grow partnerships with other Departments within Prince George’s County municipal government agencies to integrate the goals of and obtain support for the Vision Zero Program.
• Assist the Vision Zero Program Manager in identifying community leaders, developing networks, and partnerships for effective promotion and implementation of Vision Zero program goals and strategies.
• Monitor the DPW&T website to ensure it contains accurate information and is updated as necessary. Provide design input and update visual text as appropriate.
• Lead development and implementation of Vision Zero program’s communication and outreach strategies.
• Draft and edit Vision Zero-related press releases and position statements; review press releases and position statements for accuracy to confirm information is consistent with the Department’s mission, goals, and objectives.
• Plan and manage promotions and management of Vision Zero sub-programs such as Yard Sign Lending program, Walk/Bike Audit program, and in-street educational signage.
• Create and coordinate with others (including the communications team, budget analysts, and external vendors) the production of print and visual informational/promotional materials consistent with Vision Zero themes/objectives, Prince George’s County formatting, and funding availability.
• Assist members of the public, often serving as their first point of contact, by answering inquiries and providing information concerning Vision Zero’s policies, procedures, projects, and programs.
• Plan, assist, and participate in community outreach events and Vision Zero promotion efforts both virtually and in-person as applicable.
• Create systems to track and communicate ways in which communities are advancing meaningful Vision Zero strategies.
• Track national and regional Vision Zero best practices and support knowledge sharing and professional development.
• Provide administrative support including preparing correspondence, reports, and maintaining program documentation.
• Participate as an essential employee in snow and ice control operations and other emergencies or special assignments as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in urban and regional planning, urban design, public administration, economics, business administration, transportation planning, political science, environmental science, or other field in the area of assignment. An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Each application must include information that clearly demonstrates the above qualifications for this position.

Pay

The salary range for this position is based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Schedule

Tentative interview dates: August 31, 2026 – September 11, 2026. Interview dates are subject to change, and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job location: Largo, MD 20774.

Conditions of employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of assigned duties.
• Successfully pass pre-employment checks, which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.