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Marketing and Events Coordinator

Nashville, TN · On-site

Alliance Highway Safety is looking for FLEXIBLE, OUTGOING, and ORGANIZED individuals to help coordinate a variety of sponsorship events across the Southeast Region. As part of Alliance's internship ...

AEG

Marketing and Events Internship - Fall

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

Stipend Alliance Highway Safety is looking for FLEXIBLE, OUTGOING, and ORGANIZED individuals to help coordinate a variety of sponsorship events across the country. As part of Alliance's internship ...

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How much do highway safety jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for highway safety in the United States is $102,279.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,000.00 and $111,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a highway safety?

A Highway Safety job involves improving road safety by analyzing traffic patterns, enforcing regulations, and promoting safe driving practices. Professionals in this field work for government agencies, transportation departments, or private organizations to reduce accidents and injuries. They may conduct research, develop safety programs, inspect road conditions, and collaborate with law enforcement. The goal is to enhance roadway safety for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in highway safety?

Professionals in Highway Safety typically analyze crash data, assess roadway conditions, and develop recommendations to enhance safety on highways and streets. Daily activities may include conducting site visits, preparing reports, collaborating with engineers, public agencies, or law enforcement, and participating in community safety initiatives. You may also be involved in reviewing construction plans for safety compliance and educating stakeholders about best practices. This role often combines office-based analysis with fieldwork, offering variety and opportunities to make a tangible impact on public safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the highway safety position, and why are they important?

Success in Highway Safety requires knowledge of traffic engineering, accident analysis, and public safety principles, often backed by a degree in civil engineering, transportation, or a related field. Familiarity with GIS software, crash data analysis tools, and relevant certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) or Road Safety Auditor are frequently needed. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving abilities help professionals collaborate effectively with agencies and the public. These skills are critical for developing effective safety programs, reducing roadway hazards, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

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Infographic showing various Highway Safety job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,279 per year, or $49.2 per hour.

Highway Safety Specialist (State Programs Specialist)

Department of Transportation

Montpelier, VT • On-site

$106K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

California Conservation Corps rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

547th of 856 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

The incumbent serves as the State Program Specialist within a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Field Division Office, with responsibility for oversight, promotion, and review of highly technical projects and programs of the agency.

Qualifications:

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.

To qualify for the Grade 13, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-12, it must include:

  • Experience planning, coordinating and conducting program reviews to include the preparation program reviews related to all activities of the program.
  • Experience planning initiatives that resolve safety regulations, standards and enforcement programs.
  • Experience in executing motor carrier safety mandated and legislative requirements on a statewide basis.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):  Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

  1. Grants Management - Knowledge of requirements, practices, and procedures for soliciting, receiving, reviewing, and processing proposals, and awarding and administering grants and agreements.
  2. Planning and Evaluating - Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
  3. Grants Management Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines - Knowledge of principles, laws, regulations, policies, practices, and guidelines (for example, Executive Orders, Code of Federal Regulations, OMB circulars) of grant or agreement programs, including their order of precedence.
  4. Oral/Written Communication - Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed. Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience. 

For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).  Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.  You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4

All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education:

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, public administration, hazardous materials management, or other fields related to the position.

Employment Type: OTHER

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