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Safety Education Programs Specialist

- POSITION DESCRIPTION -

Join a team of advocates and enthusiasts working full-time to make Georgia safer for everyone. The Safety Education Programs Specialist (SEPS) will be responsible for bike/walk safety education programs, classes, public outreach, and government relations opportunities throughout Georgia. The successful applicant will reside in the metro-Atlanta area. However, consideration will be given to candidates outside of this region with prior ED approval.

While the core components of this job involve direct provision of bike/walk safety training and advocacy, we encourage employees to develop new skills and support our organizational mission in creative ways based on their interests and abilities. Along with hands-on safety training, additional areas of focus may include communications and social media, membership, curriculum development, alliance-building, and more.

WHO WE ARE

Georgia Bikes works to improve and promote bicycling and walking statewide. We interact with all levels of government, support local advocates, work toward common goals with partners, provide safety education, host an annual summit, act as a clearinghouse, and speak on behalf of safe, equitable, and accessible biking and walking.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Educational Programs Coordination

Assists the Safety Education Programs Manager in developing and implementing bicycle and pedestrian safety education statewide, including programs for children and adults, as well as specialized training for targeted audiences (i.e. law enforcement and fleet drivers)
Establishes and maintains partnerships with civic organizations, schools and colleges, local governments, regional commissions, and other nonprofits to plan and produce bicycle and pedestrian safety education programs throughout the state, including bicycle rodeos for children, walking events, tables and/or displays at events, League of American Bicyclists Smart Cycling classes, presentations to schools and civic organizations, and other programs as directed by the Safety Education Programs Manager
Assists the Safety Education Programs Manager with annual summit planning
Ensures that all programs are planned in compliance with best practices to ensure quality of instruction and safety of all participants
With the Safety Education Programs Manager, tracks bicycle- and pedestrian-related crashes and other data to identify communities that need bicycle, pedestrian, and driver education programs, and works with local contacts to schedule and produce safety education interventions
Assists the Safety Education Programs Manager with creating and/or sharing new safety educational content for Georgia Bikes website, email newsletter, and social media channels
Assists the Safety Education Programs Manager with regular review, editing, and design of Bicyclist Pocket Guides and other safety publications
Provides support to safety education programs offered by local and statewide partner organizations
Provides clear, concise summaries of activities for monthly grant reporting
Attends Governor’s Office of Highway Safety conferences and other grant-related events

Organizational Support

Supports Georgia Bikes’ legislative mission by assisting with state and local government relations, including representing the organization at the state capitol and in cities and counties across Georgia
Other duties as assigned by Safety Education Programs Manager and/or Executive Director

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

Bachelor's degree or substantial experience working or volunteering in advocacy or education
Exceptionally high level of responsibility, motivation, and self-reliance; ability to set goals and prioritize tasks
Excellent oral and written communication skills; outstanding public speaking and facilitation abilities
Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to bicycling and walking as viable transportation modes
Ability to become a League Cycling Instructor within 90 days of hire
Willingness and ability to travel regularly within Georgia (approved travel costs reimbursed by Georgia Bikes)

Preferred

Professional experience working in a nonprofit organization
Current League Certified Instructor

LOCATION AND TRAVEL

This position will be based within the metro-Atlanta area with regular work from Columbus to North Georgia; occasional statewide travel is required. The SEPS must reside in Georgia by time of hire and throughout tenure with Georgia Bikes. Work-related travel expenses are paid or reimbursed in accordance with state and federal policies, with prior approval.

Work Environment

The SEPS will work from a home office, coordinating closely with the Safety Education Programs Manager on a daily basis. Semi-regular holiday and weekend work is required. The incumbent will have opportunities to work with partner organizations and advocates in their community.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is grant-funded through September 30, 2023 with an annual salary of $45,000 and a high likelihood to renew. Benefits include paid vacation (10 days/yr.), holidays (11 days/yr.), and sick leave. We financially support relevant professional development for staff. Additionally, staff are eligible for substantial discounts and pro deals on bicycling and outdoors products. We are a team of passionate, friendly bike-walk advocates.

TO APPLY

Submit a cover letter and résumé to info@georgiabikes.org with the subject “SEPS Application.” Open until filled.

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Georgia Bikes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We do not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

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