University of Montevallo Hiring for Safety Education Specialist at Montevallo, AL Full Time

Position Number P00731

Division Administrative Affairs – ADA

Department Alabama Traffic Safety Center

FLSA Exempt

Salary Grade 209

Salary Classification Admin/Professional

Annual Salary Range $39,876 – $54.624

Hourly Salary Range

Employment Status Full Time 12 Mos Regular

General Description

The purpose of this position is to design, organize, and deliver a variety of traffic safety programming to the clientele of the Alabama Traffic Safety Center and serve as a primary traffic safety resource for schools, civic and business organizations.

Essential Job Duties

1. Design, organize and present traffic safety programming to a variety of clientele.

2. Conduct traffic safety research to be used in program development.

3. Assist the Director with identification, development and acquisition of externally funded traffic safety programming and of available traffic safety grants.

4. Maintain current knowledge of traffic safety issues so that information may be incorporated into course offerings and presentations.

5. Instruct and co-instruct Alabama Traffic Safety Center course offerings to include classroom and in-vehicle driver training.

6. Promote and represent the Alabama Traffic Safety Center classes and programs through personal contacts and various media sources.

7. Assist the Alabama Motorcycle Safety Program by assisting with loading/unloading and transporting/recovering Alabama Traffic Safety Center owned and operated motorcycle trailers throughout the state.

8. Maintain necessary certifications and violation-free driving record.

9. Assist with the overall daily operations of the Alabama Traffic Safety Center as assigned by the Director.

Additional Duties

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of statistical procedures for use in the design, evaluation, and synthesis of program development;

Excellent communication skills, both written and oral;

Ability to use current technology as a training delivery tool;

Knowledge of safe driving practices and principles as well as the Alabama Vehicle Code;

Knowledge of boating safety; motorcycle safety, and bicycle safety;

Knowledge of emergency vehicle safety, practices, and laws;

Effective teaching and demonstration skills;

Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge and skills;

Ability to maintain a safe and violation free driving record;

Ability to work extended hours, including weekends as needed.

Education and Experience

The educational requirement for this position is: Bachelor’s degree in Traffic Safety Education or a similar field, or a combination of experience, certifications, and programming will also be considered. Alabama teacher certification in driver education is strongly preferred.

Education substituted for experience? Yes

This position requires: Two years of related experience. Experience in educational training or in a facilitator role is preferred.

Experience substituted for education? Yes

Licenses, Certification or Registrations

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications required for this position include:

Valid driver’s license

Have and maintain an acceptable driving record

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications preferred for this position include:

Willingness/Desire to obtain National Safety Council (NSC) Instructor Certification

Willingness/Desire to obtain Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) RiderCoach Certification (prefer) Willingness/Desire to obtain Master Instructor Certification on the EZ Drift Skid Ring System

Environmental Working Conditions Indoor and Outdoor

Travel Requirements Moderate Travel

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Physical Requirements

The physical activities required for this position involve:
Standing: Up to 2/3 of the time; walking: Under 1/3 of the time; sitting: Under 1/3 of the time; using hands: Under 1/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: Under 1/3 of the time; climbing or balancing: Under 1/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: Under 1/3 of the time; talking or hearing: Up to 2/3 of the time.

This position requires lifting:
Up to 10 pounds: Up to 2/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 50 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time.

This position has the following special vision requirements:
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less).

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more).

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).

Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up or down or to the left and right when vision is fixed on a given point).

Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships).

Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).

Open Date 11/17/2022

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Statement

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

Diversity Statement

In keeping with the charge of the President’s Diversity Task Force, which is “…to implement practices that help the University recruit and retain a diverse workforce and to foster initiatives that promote an inclusive campus environment,” UM is actively seeking applicants who fully represent racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity.

EEO Statement

UM is an AA/EO/Veterans/Disability Institution

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