Job Details

Safe Communities Program Coordinator

Position Number: 6880780
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: 01/26/2026
Location: Main Campus (BG), OH
Job Number: BGSU01338
Department: Community Well-Being
Closing: 2/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Summary

The Safe Communities 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:

Passage of the Certified Corrections Officer course for the State of Ohio
Passage of Certified Law Enforcement Automated Data System (LEADS) operator course. Courses must be conferred at the time of application.

The following Experience is required:

1 year experience in coordinating of educational and/or safety programs relating to law enforcement at the local or state level.

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: Duration of employment is contingent on continued availability of funding.

Deadline to Apply: February 16, 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.

You must possess the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC) Certificate and Law Enforcement Automated Data System (LEADS) Operator Certificate to be considered for this position. Please ensure the certification is documented on your official application and the proof is uploaded with your submission.

Uploads

Required:
- Resume (for supplemental information only)
- Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC) Certificate
- Law Enforcement Automated Data System (LEADS) Operator Certificate
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 Educator and Employer. We are committed to ensuring an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and encourage applications from all regardless of sex, race, veteran-status, disability, age, gender identity, genetic information, religion, or sexual orientation. EEOC Know Your Rights Poster: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

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/5212388/safe-communities-program-coordinator