Program Coordinator I Aggie Blue Bikes

Utah State University•Logan, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Aggie Blue Bikes (ABB), a program within the Center for Community Engagement, seeks a full-time Program Coordinator I. The ABB Program Coordinator is responsible for the management, oversight and continued growth of the program. They will work as the Program Coordinator for 75% of their time and Transportation Demand Management Options Coordinator for 25% of their time. The ABB Program Coordinator is innovative and collaborative, a supportive manager of student employees in the ABB shop, and passionate about bicycling. The Center for Community Engagement cultivates opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and members of the wider community to interact, connect, and create positive impact. Since its founding in 2005, ABB has played a key role in championing and advancing sustainable transportation at USU and throughout Cache Valley. We welcome applications from experienced project managers with supervisory experience and an enthusiasm for spreading the love of bicycling far and wide.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; 4 years of relevant professional experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience that includes two years of project management and supervisory experience
Ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple projects

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in the bicycle industry or advocacy efforts
Experience planning and coordinating events
Previous experience writing, receiving, and managing grants
Knowledge of Transportation Demand Management strategies

Responsibilities

Manages daily operations and strategic planning for Aggie Blue Bikes – 45%
Oversees the management of ABB bicycle fleet (over 250 bicycles) and student tool boards (5 student tool-boards).
Recruits, selects, supervises, trains, and evaluates 6-10 student staff members and various volunteers.
Tracks progress towards ABB goals and assists CCE director in the administration of the ABB funding.
Meets at least monthly with the CCE director monthly to review progress towards ABB and CCE annual and strategic goals, refine policies, review budgets, and manage risk.
Develop revisions to ABB policies and processes to increase program effectiveness.
Enforces ABB, CCE, and USU policies and procedures for ABB student staff and volunteers.
Maintains documents such as Standard Operating Procedures, training matrices, training manuals, and rental contracts.
Oversees the purchasing for all of ABB and manages revenue from sales, fees, and university funding.
Works to diversify ABB funding sources.
Properly documents donations and volunteer time.
Sets the tone and flow for shop operations.
Manages the marketing, visibility, and public relations of Aggie Blue Bikes – 30%
Works with division IT to update website and online materials
Orchestrates the planning of events such as Bike to Breakfast, Cranksgiving, Bike Valet, Bike Rodeos, Group Rides, and Workshops as they relate to outreach and education
Manages publicity materials and social media accounts.
Collects and manages photos from ABB.
Submits nominations for member and project awards to director at annual planning meeting.
Maintains alumni relations and contact list through social networking sites.
Connects alumni with jobs and generates alumni political, financial, and volunteer support.
Networks with other bicycle programs throughout the nation to document and publicize best practices, including travel to national conferences.
Networks with organizations on campus and in the valley to bring greater visibility to ABB.
Oversees the documentation of ABB history.
Serves as Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Options Coordinator – 25%
Collects, manages, and reports data on-campus transportation conditions at the university, including a regular transportation survey
Leads USU's effort to renew its Bicycle Friendly Status through the League of American Bicyclists every three years
Manages and evaluates TDM services and programs that support alternatives to driving alone, such as the Utah State University Commuter Club.
Assists in implementing and managing infrastructure to support transportation options including but not limited to walking, bicycling, boarding, bussing, alternative work schedules, and carpooling
Develops, coordinates, and participates in educational programs and events that support TDM
Serves on, and may chair, the USU Air Quality and Transportation committee
Coordinates with the Division of Student Success, Parking & Transportation, Facilities, Sustainability Council, Employee Wellness, other USU departments, and community partners on the implementation of programs
Supports the development and continuation of transportation amenities in support of campus and regional transportation planning efforts
Researches and adopts technologies that support University plans
Pursues grant and alternative funding sources for transportation projects