Community and Economic Development - Bicycle Education Coordinator

Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments•Albany, OR

About The Position

The Bicycle Education Coordinator develops, delivers, evaluates, and improves bicycle education programming for youth throughout the OCWCOG service area. The position promotes safe and confident riding through inclusive instruction, curriculum development, performance measurement, and program evaluation. It may also support bicycle and pedestrian programs, Transportation Demand Management initiatives, transportation planning and policy implementation, grants, and marketing campaigns. The Coordinator serves as OCWCOG’s subject-matter expert on bicycle education, Safe Routes to School strategies, active transportation education, and bicycle safety programming. The role establishes program goals and outreach strategies, monitors emerging practices and relevant state and federal initiatives, and recommends program improvements based on research, performance data, and community needs. It coordinates grant-funded projects and serves as a primary liaison with school districts, local governments, transportation agencies, community organizations, and the public. The position regularly collaborates with government agencies and community groups across the OCWCOG region and requires travel. Work is performed primarily in an office using a computer, telephone, and other office equipment, with travel to meetings and events and occasional work in field and classroom settings. The position receives general supervision from the Community and Economic Development Planning Supervisor and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public policy, public transportation, transportation planning, active transportation, education, or a related field, plus at least one year of related work experience; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted.
Related experience must include public communication through customer service, public education, or public involvement, as well as experience or demonstrated knowledge in designing and delivering public education programs.
Knowledge of bicycle safety and/or bicycle mechanics.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills, including the ability to make presentations and facilitate meetings for diverse groups and the public.
Ability to write and manage contracts and grants.
Ability to organize and structure work independently, exercise initiative, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Ability to gather, organize, and analyze data and information, draw conclusions, and formulate recommendations.
Ability to use a personal computer for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, database development and management, and electronic communication.
Ability to design and facilitate group visioning, goal-setting, planning, and decision-making processes.
Ability to seek, build, and maintain critical partner relationships.
Possession of a valid Oregon driver’s license or ability to obtain reliable transportation to travel throughout the three-county area.
CPR certification is required for instructors teaching riding classes; the cost will be covered by COG if hired and not already certified.
Regular attendance is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading or teaching students.
Experience or working knowledge in one or more of transportation planning, active transportation outreach, community-based comprehensive planning, transportation policy, or bicycle education.
Knowledge of computer software and hardware for graphic presentations and mapping (GIS).
Current CPR, First Aid, or Wilderness First Responder certification.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, evaluate, and continuously improve youth bicycle education programming, including curriculum, instructional standards, performance measures, and evaluation methods.
Deliver inclusive bicycle education activities using appropriate instructional methods, constructive feedback, and group-learning practices.
Set up and take down equipment for field and classroom classes; provide feedback to attendees and facilitate community-building activities, reflections, and discussions.
Support development, implementation, promotion, and monitoring of active transportation and Transportation Demand Management programs, including bikeshare and vanpool programs.
Support transportation planning and policy implementation, including research and preparation of memos and staff reports for Metropolitan Planning Organizations.
Research, promote, and implement transportation programs; assist with grant writing and marketing campaigns.
Monitor emerging practices and state and federal initiatives related to bicycle education, Safe Routes to School, active transportation education, and bicycle safety, and recommend program modifications.
Establish annual program goals, priorities, and outreach strategies and recommend program direction and improvements to the Planning Supervisor.
Coordinate grant-funded bicycle education projects, including deliverables, timelines, reporting requirements, and outcomes.
Develop and implement regional outreach and engagement strategies to increase participation and advance active transportation goals.
Support relationships with local, state, and federal agencies, particularly school districts, and support facilitation of COG and community-led groups, meetings, and focus groups.
Serve as the primary liaison with school districts, local governments, transportation agencies, community organizations, and the public regarding bicycle education initiatives.
Respond to inquiries and agency requests and assist planning staff and department projects as assigned.
Identify funding opportunities and help develop and submit grant proposals for bicycle education and active transportation initiatives.
Conduct research and analysis for community development projects and participate in transportation and community planning projects, providing expertise in bicycle safety, active transportation, and community mobility.
Collaborate with the CED GIS Analyst to develop data and mapping resources to help stakeholders identify grant needs.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.