The City of Tacoma's, Public Works Department, Transportation Division, is recruiting a full-time position for a Safe Routes to School Coordinator.

We are seeking an outgoing, highly motivated, collaborative team member that will be responsible for performing a variety of duties with a primary focus on continuing the work begun through the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Implementation Plan to support and encourage students and families to safely walk, bike, and skateboard to school through fun and meaningful engagement activities and programming. The position will work with Tacoma School District staff, City staff, parents, and community members, including youth, to create safe active transportation environments at and around schools. Additional tasks will include seeking funding opportunities, creating new policy for school development, piloting strategies to reach underserved communities, providing programmatic support for under-resourced schools, and assisting with neighborhood traffic concerns.

Our Ideal Candidate will have experience working with school age youth, in school transportation, community planning, public engagement, traffic safety engineering, neighborhood planning, or related fields. The candidate will have a broad understanding of the areas mentioned above, as well as working knowledge of relevant City codes and policies, and other state and federal laws that inform our daily work.

Essential Duties:

• Plans, executes, attends, and leads outreach events and community engagement; develops and makes presentations to community groups, businesses and stakeholders; creates outreach materials.
• Conducts transportation policy, program, and planning work; analyzes data from a variety of sources including surveys, crash data, etc. to provide recommendations and identify areas of improvement.
• Collaborates and coordinates with a variety of stakeholders to promote and implement updates to established transportation programs, projects and initiatives to ensure projects, programs and initiatives are consistent with and work towards achieving City goals and policies; responds to inquiries and concerns about transportation programs, projects and initiatives.
• Supports or coordinates grant writing; assists with grant application submittals; administers grants including managing related contracts.
• As assigned, may take on a lead role on special projects or programs under the guidance of more senior staff members.

Qualifications

Minimum Education*

Bachelor's degree in planning, public administration, engineering or directly related field

Minimum Experience

2 years of experience in planning, program management, or engineering

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

*Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. If you have transferable experience, please tell us about it.

LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER LEGAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires the ability and willingness to travel throughout Tacoma and partner jurisdictions in Pierce County; at times, with supplies and equipment for outreach and events. An ORCA transit pass will be provided. City fleet vehicles will be available for use only with a valid Washington State Driver's License.

Knowledge & Skills

Knowledge and Skills:

• Applicable knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies
• Proficiency with computer hardware and software programs, including ArcGIS, Microsoft Office products, and Internet applications
• Experience using Adobe Illustrator and/or Photoshop is desired

Competencies:

Analysis

Use data and information in a clear and rational thought process to assess and understand issues, evaluate options, form accurate conclusions, and make decisions.

Verbal Communication

Effectively express information through the spoken word using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the audience.

Written Communication

Effectively convey ideas and information in writing using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the reader.

Customer Focus

Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction with the services provided by the City of Tacoma.

Coordinating and Organizing

Effectively coordinate activities, services, and schedules to ensure smooth and efficient operation of work.

Adaptability/Flexibility

Adapt easily to changing business needs, conditions and work responsibilities. Adjust approach, goals and methods when needed to achieve successful solutions and results in dynamic situations.

Relationship Building

Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual regard.

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

City of Tacoma's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

Apply:

Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

Communication from the City of Tacoma:

We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or neogov.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.

Should you have any questions about this position please call Human Resources at (253) 591-5400 before 4pm on the closing date.