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Job description
Community Outreach and Engagement Specialist
This is an exciting entry level position that will be working heavily out in various communities. This is a non-exempt part-time position (up to 20 hours per week, average), with the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments (PPACG) assisting with traffic safety. This position supports youth engagement, education, and community outreach efforts focused on transportation and traffic safety, particularly in El Paso, Park and Teller counties. This position coordinates with high school activities and youth programs, supports traffic safety initiatives, and conducts grant reporting and inventory tracking. The role also supports programming related to occupant protection, child passenger safety, young drivers' education, and bike and pedestrian safety. The ideal candidate is organized, community-minded, and passionate about promoting safe transportation behaviors.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Youth & High School Engagement
Coordinates and supports traffic safety activities and campaigns. Gives presentations at local schools.
Supports youth leadership initiatives and student groups focused on traffic safety and responsible driving.
Engages students in peer-to-peer education and community safety efforts.
Interaction and support in the Youth Advisory Council
Traffic Safety Programming
Assist with planning, implementing, and promoting transportation safety initiatives.
Support educational programs related to:
Occupant protection (seat belt safety and responsible driving behaviors)
Child passenger safety and car seat programs
Teen Traffic Safety Outreach programs
Bike and pedestrian safety education
Aging driver education
Assist with community outreach events, safety campaigns, and educational workshops.
Help prepare and distribute traffic safety materials and resources.
Website, Social Media, & Digital Communications
Ensure safety resources, program information, and events are accurate and up to date with local community partners and schools.
Support posting of program updates, resources, and outreach activities with PPACG staff.
Reporting & Administrative Support
Assist with program documentation and reporting requirements.
Maintain inventory sheets for educational materials, car seats, outreach supplies, and promotional items.
Track program participation and assist with data collection for evaluation and reporting purposes.
College & Community Outreach
Support outreach efforts with local colleges and universities to build partnerships and recruit student volunteers or ambassadors.
Assist with expanding youth and young adult engagement in transportation safety initiatives.
Other duties as assigned.
Supervisor: Transportation Director
Benefits for Part-Time Employees:
Sick Time
Vacation Time
Retirement Plan
Mileage reimbursement at CDOT rate
Requirements
Qualifications
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Interest in youth engagement, public safety, community education, or transportation safety.
Basic proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing, and other software, such as Excel, Word, Acrobat, and Canva.
Ability to work collaboratively with students, educators, and community partners.
Reliable transportation
Must pass a background check with fingerprinting.
Preferred Attributes:
Passion for traffic safety, injury prevention, or youth advocacy.
Creative and proactive approach to engaging young people.
Comfortable with public presentations and speaking.
Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and organizational skills.
Soft skills include the ability to interact with all age groups including but not limited to youth, school officials, and law enforcement.
Self-directed with the ability to work independently.
Time Commitment:
Part-time position, up to 20 hours per week, with occasional evening or school-based activities depending on programming needs.
Impact:
This role supports the Regional Transportation Safety Champion in expanding transportation safety education, strengthening youth leadership, and advancing community-wide initiatives that help create safer roads for drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
Worksite address
colorado springs, CO, 80509, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.