Regional Traffic Safety & Grants Coordinator — Hybrid

Department of Revenue; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking a Region 1 Traffic Safety Coordinator to oversee statewide safety programs, manage grants, and collaborate with engineers, law enforcement and community partners to reduce crashes.

Based in Portland with a remote-friendly schedule, you will review data, shape guidelines and develop practical solutions to transportation safety challenges, serving as a regional expert to align statewide initiatives with local needs.

Qualifications

• Experience developing, implementing and administering transportation safety programs.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with local partners.
• Experience reviewing grant claims and reports with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Experience creating, developing and implementing strategic plans.

Responsibilities

• Oversee statewide transportation safety programs, including the statewide Speed Program.
• Manage safety grants from start to finish, ensuring projects are well‑designed and funded.
• Review and interpret safety data to inform decisions and track progress toward goals.
• Identify issues within safety programs and recommend updates to strengthen outcomes.
• Provide guidance and training to agencies and partners implementing safety projects.
• Monitor funded projects through reviews and evaluations; partner with project teams.
• Coordinate regional safety initiatives and represent ODOT in meetings and committees.
• Support public outreach by developing safety messaging and education materials.

Skills

Transportation safety program planning

Grant management

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Project coordination

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/public administration/behavioral or social sciences or related field

Job description

The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking a Region 1 Traffic Safety Coordinator to oversee statewide safety programs, manage grants, and collaborate with engineers, law enforcement and community partners to reduce crashes.

Based in Portland with a remote-friendly schedule, you will review data, shape guidelines and develop practical solutions to transportation safety challenges, serving as a regional expert to align statewide initiatives with local needs.