Job Details

Safe Communities Program Coordinator

Position Number: 6997598
Location: Bowling Green, OH
Position Type: Public Relations, Marketing and Communications

Safe Communities Program Coordinator

Bowling Green State University

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: Part-Time
Division: Community Well-Being
Opening Date: 03/11/2026
Location: Main Campus (BG), OH
Job Number: BGSU01453
Department: Community Well-Being
Closing:

Summary

The Safe Communities Program Coordinator will serve as a liaison between the Ohio Traffic Safety Office and other local agencies. The Coordinator will plan and implement highway safety programs to reduce motor vehicle crashes and the fatalities, injuries and costs associated with these crashes. In addition, the coordinator is responsible for grant administration and reporting.

Essential Functions

Work with the media, e.g., press releases and press conferences, to promote traffic safety campaigns and issues
Keep accurate records of crash and fatality data
Work to implement all planned community traffic safety programs and activities of the Ohio Traffic Safety Office
Coordinate programs and projects of the Safe Communities Program
Develop and implement an ongoing evaluation of community and school-based programs and promotions
Write and administer grants and complete grant reporting
Coordinate Coalition meetings, prepare agenda, record minutes, and complete any other preparation necessary for meeting
Schedule and coordinate meetings of the Fatality Review Committee
Attend pertinent conferences and meetings that deal with traffic safety issues
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following Degree is required:

Associate's degree

The following Experience is required:

1 year experience in coordinating of educational and/or safety programs

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Familiarity with community agencies that deal with traffic safety issues, e.g., local law enforcement, Ohio Department of Transportation
Ability to use technology as both a productivity tool and as a method of communication; proficient in computer applications including Microsoft Office
Ability to write press releases and reports
Ability write and administer grants
Ability to plan and implement programs
Ability to keep accurate mandated records
Ability to establish rapport with students and adults
Ability to maintain relationships with other community agencies

Grant-Funded

This is a grant-funded position. Duration of employment is contingent on continued availability of funding.

Application Deadline

The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by March 25, 2026.

Required Application Materials & Evaluation

Experience must be fully documented on the official application.
The application will be used to evaluate if candidates meet the minimum requirements for the position and for consideration when determining starting pay rate.
Experience requirements are inclusive of relevant professional experience, or experience attained through relevant internships, co-ops, student employment positions, or graduate assistantships.

Uploads

Required: Resume (for supplemental information only)
Optional: Cover Letter

Essential Requirement: Work Authorization

BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

EEOC Know Your Rights

OCRC Know Your Rights

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.

BGSU is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/bgsu/jobs/5267433/safe-communities-program-coordinator

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