Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Coordinator - Full-Time (8.0 hpd/12 months) - Transportation Department

Springfield Public Schools seeks outstanding candidates for the position of Safe Routes to School Coordinator. This position is responsible for overseeing and administering the district's Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program. The employee works with school district staff, city and county staff, families, and community members to ignite a culture around active and shared transportation. The SRTS Coordinator will provide consistent, central support in removing barriers to, and encouraging, walking, biking, busing and other means of active and shared transportation to school. The program coordinator will work within the Springfield Public Schools (SPS) Transportation Department to implement the six E's of Safe Routes to School (Encouragement, Education, Engineering, Engagement, Evaluation and Equity) to increase the number of students using active and shared transportation modes to get to and from school. This position requires working closely with bicycles, including instructing in their use and basic maintenance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other related duties may be assigned:

1. Program Planning & Coordination

a. Design, coordinate, lead, and support Safe Routes to School (SRTS) projects and events aimed at improving access to shared and active transportation for students.

i. Walk & Roll to School Days

ii. K/1 Learn to Ride a Bike Program

iii. Pedestrian and Bike Safety Programs

iv. Bike Rodeos

v. Connecting Families for Trip Sharing

vi. Confident Cycling for Families Classes

vii. Community Learn to Ride a Bike Events

b. Create materials, templates, and standard practices for events and educational programs.

c. Pilot strategies to reach underserved communities.

d. Provide programmatic support for under-resourced schools.

e. Supervise and coordinate program volunteers, interns, and bicycle safety education staff.

f. Assist with the development and implementation of related documents such as the SPS Supplemental Busing Plan.

g. Support crossing guard program.

h. Support, but not lead, implementation of Lane Transit District’s Free Student Pass program.

2. Community Engagement & Partnership Development

a. Work collaboratively with school administrators, site staff, parents, students, community partners, and local governments to promote active and shared transportation.

b. Develop school cultures that support safe and healthy school travel through volunteer engagement.

c. Advocate with municipalities and transportation professionals for safer walking and bicycling infrastructure around schools.

d. Serve as a liaison between SPS and local/state transportation agencies (ODOT, City of Springfield, Lane County, Lane Council of Governments).

e. Participate in decision-making processes and ensure coordination of activities related to SRTS.

f. Prepare outreach and publicity materials to involve and educate community members.

g. Conduct outreach at schools and community events to promote safe street culture.

3. Curriculum & Instruction Support

a. Develop, implement, and provide professional development for using bicycles, walking, and other active transportation methods within physical education.

b. Work with teachers and administrators to adapt curriculum and activities for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and ELD students.

c. Assist with implementing effective instruction, student learning, and assessment practices related to active transportation.

d. Integrate Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) into the SRTS curriculum.

4. Data Analysis, Reporting, & Grant Coordination

a. Conduct audits on school walking and biking routes and maintain prioritized inventories of infrastructure needs.

b. Compile and analyze data to document mode shifts, raise awareness about parental concerns, and support program planning.

c. Participate in grant annual reports and budget development, providing data on curriculum and other metrics.

d. Assist with identifying potential funding sources, writing, and submitting grants to support SRTS programs.

e. Develop and maintain effective information tracking systems.

f. Assist with neighborhood traffic concerns and investigations related to the SRTS program.

g. Develop studies, reports, correspondence, maps, and graphics related to SRTS programs.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Requirements for Initial Consideration

The following are minimum requirements to be hired or to transfer into this position:

• Two (2) years professional experience working with community groups and governments, managing small-to-medium scale programs which included program development, operational analysis, development of procedures and standards, and ensuring programs are inclusive of diverse, culturally specific or underserved communities.
• Associates degree or higher or equivalent from two-year college with an emphasis in public policy, environmental studies or related field.
• Equivalency: Professional work experience may be substituted with a bachelor’s degree or above.

Added Value

The following are not required at any point, but they do enhance an incumbent’s knowledge and skills specifically related to performing the essential duties of this position:

• Bachelor's degree in planning, education, community development, public affairs or related field
• Demonstrated experience in active transportation
• Fluency in Spanish

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

The knowledge, skills, and abilities described below are those that enable an employee to complete this work successfully. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation that would enable them to perform the essential duties of this position.

KNOWLEDGE

Customer Service – Knowledge of best practices for providing excellent customer service to stakeholders, including parents, students, and community members.

Safe Routes to School Programs, School Systems, or Educational Systems – Understanding of principles, guidelines, and best practices related to Safe Routes to School programs and how they integrate within school and educational systems.

School District Rules, Regulations, Policies, Procedures, and Organizational Relationships – Familiarity with school district operations, policies, and procedures, including understanding of organizational relationships.

Multicultural Communities – Awareness and knowledge of the diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds within the local community, promoting inclusive and equitable practices.

Financial and Budget Tracking – Understanding of financial management principles, including budget development, tracking, and reconciliation.

SKILLS

Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Judgment and Decision Making – Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Public Speaking and Presentations – Proficiency in delivering clear and engaging presentations to various audiences, including school staff, parents, and community members.

Interpersonal Skills – Ability to interact effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds using tact, patience, and courtesy.

Time Management – Skill in managing multiple tasks efficiently, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines. Organization and Problem-Solving – Ability to structure and organize tasks effectively, identifying issues, and developing appropriate solutions.

ABILITIES

• Oral Comprehension – The ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Oral Expression – The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Written Comprehension – The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Written Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Analytical Thinking – Ability to evaluate processes and systems, identifying areas for improvement and recommending practical solutions.

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender or sexual orientation in admission or access to the treatment of employment in its programs and activities as required by state and federal law. If you have any complaints, please contact Human Resources at (541) 726-3203.

Veterans’s Preference
It is our policy to provide qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with applicable law. Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference must provide the following military documents verifying their eligibility:

• Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge OR a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs indicating the applicant receives a non-service connected pension.
• Disabled Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge AND a copy of the applicant’s veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (unless the information is included on the DD Form 214 or 215).

For veterans’ preference to apply, the required military documents must be submitted at the time of application submission.