Traffic Safety Manager, Safe Routes to School - Department of Transportation

Baltimore City•Baltimore, MD

38d•$76,299 - $122,078•Hybrid

About The Position

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! CLASS DEFINITION A Traffic Safety Manager plans, organizes and coordinates traffic safety programs for Baltimore City. Work of this class involves supervising traffic safety personnel. Incumbents receive general supervision from an administrative superior. Employees in this class are subject to attendance at evenings or weekend meetings and 24-hour call back for emergencies. Work is usually performed in an office where there are no uncomfortable working conditions; however, incumbents are required to be present at various locations where there may be exposure to inclement weather, noise and traffic. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Requirements

Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Have five years of experience in developing and implementing a traffic safety program for a large municipality, including two years of such supervisory responsibilities as disciplining, evaluating the performance of and recommending the hiring, firing, and promoting of others.
Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Non-supervisory experience or education may not be substituted for the required supervisory experience.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of traffic safety program administration.
Knowledge of state traffic safety laws, rules and regulations.
Knowledge and understanding of transportation service and safety.
Knowledge of marketing and public information practices and procedures.
Ability to lead others.
Ability to develop promotional programs.
Ability to write press releases, pamphlets and flyers.
Ability to deal effectively with others.
Ability to implement legislation, standards, regulations and program policies and procedures.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to write grants and reports.
Supervisory ability.