Statewide Behavioral Safety Program Manager

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to lead its premier safety programs, Zero Fatalities and Safe Routes Utah. The

This position directs a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach to traffic safety that combines Education, Enforcement, Engineering, and Emergency Medical Services (the 4 E's). The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader capable of developing and implementing strategic campaigns and collaborating with a wide range of public and private partners to change driver behavior and save lives.

The Program Manager's duties will include, but are not limited to:* Developing, implementing, and managing statewide public awareness and education campaigns targeting key traffic safety focus areas.

• Serving as the primary subject matter expert and spokesperson for the Zero Fatalities and Safe Routes programs.
  
• Updating and implementing the Strategic Highway Safety Plan.
  
• Focusing program efforts on critical safety issues, including aggressive driving, distracted driving, drowsy driving, impaired driving, seat belt use, and pedestrian and bicyclist safety.
  
• Collaborating with partners in public safety, law enforcement, engineering, education, and emergency services to ensure a unified and comprehensive approach to traffic safety.
  
• Developing and disseminating educational materials for a variety of audiences, including young drivers and elementary students.
  
• Managing program budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships.
  
• Analyzing crash data to identify trends and inform strategic planning for safety campaigns.
  
• Representing UDOT and the Zero Fatalities and Safe Routes Utah programs at community events, press conferences, and legislative sessions.
  

In order to qualify, you must have:* A bachelor's degree or higher in Public Health, Public Administration, Project Management or a related field of study, OR equivalent experience

AND* At least six (6) years of project and/or program management or other related experience

The ideal candidate for this position will possess:* Proven experience in program management, preferably in public health, public safety, or a related field.

• Exceptional communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.
  
• A strong understanding of strategic communications and public relations.
  
• The ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, community organizations, and the media.
  
• A passion for public safety and a commitment to the goal of Zero Fatalities.
  
• Knowledge of the principles of traffic safety and the "4 E�s" (Education, Enforcement, Engineering, and Emergency Medical Services).
  

Here is some information you should be aware of:* Work requires occasional statewide travel.

• May be required to work some evenings and weekends to support program events and outreach activities.
  
• Physical Requirements - Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts; driving an automobile, etc. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.
  
• Working Conditions - Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
  
• Employee may be reassigned to a different location as deemed necessary by the Region Director/Group Leader.
  

The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work, this is the right place for you. Our mission statement is, “Enhance quality of life through transportation.†We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and Strong Economy. We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want, when they want, in the way they want - and we make sure they can do it safely.

You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these are your values too, you'll be a great fit.

Aside from working for a cause-driven, cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance.

UDOT is a strengths-based organization, which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths. Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions. Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying. UDOT uses the CliftonStrengths Assessment, but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online, and no formal assessment is required.