Traffic Safety Specialist
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Job Location:
Lincoln, NE - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Transportation - Agency 27
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Job Description:
We reward our employees hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
13 paid holidays
Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
Military leave
Tuition reimbursement program
Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
79% employer-paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20000 life insurance policy
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Job security and stability even during times of economic hardship
Employee Assistance Program
Fun inviting teammates
Free parking
JOB DUTIES
- Collaborate with the Highway Safety Administrator and Communications team on marketing material marketing campaigns and public engagement campaigns.
- Aid the Highway Safety Administrator on marketing and media buying.
- Oversee coordinate and review the development of grant applications/contracts to manage federal aid funds for local agencies law enforcement agencies non-profit organizations and other stakeholders.
- Create budget and execute a strategic plan to increase occupant protection across Nebraska by using public engagement marketing public relations social media and media skills.
- Plan coordinate execute and document community outreach events to promote educate and create awareness for occupant protection at events.
- Promote safe driving behaviors like wearing a seat belt properly installing child safety seats and wearing a motorcycle helmet to the target audience across the state.
- Support grantees or sub-grantees with campaigns and/or initiatives such as providing community engagement help technical direction in preparation of all grant documents and reports to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Build and maintain strong relations with community leaders law enforcement agencies leaders of non-profit organzations and other key stakeholders to successfully fulfill grant and/or federal aid compliance and requirements.
- Serve as a liaison for stakeholders between various project officials and federal and state authorities.
- Review federal policies and requisitions billings invoices and contracts pertaining to federal aid for proper documentation.
- Prepare monthly reports and annual reports evaluating various federal aid activities; includes monitoring progress of all required applications and agreements to ensure deadlines and compliance are met.
- Keep updated on new federal policies and guidelines that relate to funding grants and communicate to stakeholders on changes in the policies.
- Communicate with stakeholders to provide accurate statistical information.
- Present and/or represent on behalf of the NDOT at national regional state and county conferences meetings and workshops.
- Support the mission and values of NDOT and the Governors office.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:Bachelors degree in business administration accounting or other appropriate curriculum plus two years of significantly related work experience or a combination of education and experience equivalent to the above requirements. Experience can be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Successfully implemented non-profit marketing communications and/or public relations campaigns.
- Experience in successful grant and/or federal aid management.
- Experience/working knowledge in highway safety/driver behavioral and educational programs.
- Experience of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) federal 402 and 405 grant programs.
- Experience/working knowledge in grant management systems databases and statistical programs.
Other:
- Must have a valid drivers license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
- Some travel and work events may be required during evenings and/or weekends.
- Regular and reliable attendance is required.
- The position is in-office; no remote or hybrid work options will be available.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
- Knowledge of placing media ads and marketing campaigns.
- Knowledge and experience in highway safety/driver behavioral and educational programs.
- Basic knowledge of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) federal 402 and 405 grant programs.
- Knowledge of database and statistical programs.
- Good customer service skills with strong listening written and oral communication skills.
- Strong skills with grant management systems Microsoft Excel and Adobe Suite.
- Skillset necessary to work on a team and in a team environment.
- Judgement that meets the agencys standard of excellence when interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to be highly detailed and well organized in all situations.
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The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Computer Skills
- Construction Experience
- Food Safety Experience
- Root cause Analysis
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- OSHA
- Child Protective Services
- EPA
- Unity
- EHS
- Manufacturing
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