Community Outreach and Mobility Specialist - Part-Time

St. Cloud Metropolitan Transit Commission•Saint Cloud, MN

4d•$25

About The Position

The Community Outreach & Mobility Specialist is responsible for administration of the Dial-a-Ride application process including assessment and determination of eligibility for Dial-a-Ride service. This position also plans and implements one-to-one, small group and classroom travel training, community outreach, and external marketing of Metro Bus services.

Requirements

The job requires two (2) years of post-secondary education with concentration in health and human services, education, rehabilitation, marketing or public relations or related field and three (3) years of experience directly related to the essential functions of the position or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to establish and maintain effective internal and external relationships and able to deal tactfully and courteously with coworkers, the general public and community groups
Verbal and written communication skills sufficient to effectively present information and respond to questions from a wide variety of audiences. Must be able to read and speak English fluently. Bilingual a plus
Ability to prepare and deliver presentations to community groups
Ability to prepare and complete written reports and documents in a concise, complete and legible manner and maintain a comprehensive set of records
Ability to understand, interpret and work efficiently from moderately complex written and oral instructions.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of critical records and information
Must possess a valid driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility
Interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange and or convey information, receive work direction, and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of employees, committees and groups; and to diffuse situations/conversations that have escalated beyond normal limits
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, in all weather conditions to meet the needs of the organization

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with varying physical and cognitive abilities
Public Transit experience

Responsibilities

Evaluate, assess and determine applicant eligibility for Dial-a-Ride service
Evaluate applications and conduct ongoing eligibility assessments for the Dial-a-Ride program through a process of interviews, cognitive testing, functional assessment and coordination with medical professionals to determine applicant eligibility
Provide support and coordinate activities of the Dial-a-Ride Appeal and Advisory Committee
Plan and implement community outreach, training and external marketing of Metro Bus services
Provide community outreach and marketing services to educational institutions, businesses, agencies, organizations and residential facilities to promote Metro Bus services
Plan, develop and implement specific training programs to introduce Metro Bus services to individuals and groups throughout the service area
Work with community partners to ensure bus passes and schedules are adequately maintained. Coordinate the Agency and County Partner Bus Pass sales and mailings.
Serve on community committees and task forces
Advise the Community Outreach & Mobility Manager of issues related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Communicates courteously and professionally and maintains respectful working relationships with coworkers and customers in carrying out job functions
Performs all job duties in compliance with safety guidelines and with an ongoing awareness of safety practices
Knows and follows safety rules and guidelines as well as sound work and safety practices in order to accomplish the job objectives and avoid injury or loss
Wears proper protective equipment when policy requires or conditions indicate a need exists and utilizes proper body mechanics and ergonomics while performing work
When potentially unsafe conditions are observed, makes efforts to avoid or correct them if they are controllable and draws them to the attention of the responsible supervisor or safety representative in a timely manner
Performs other duties and activities as assigned