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Highway Safety Trooper

Miami, OK · On-site

Highway Safety Trooper Employment Status Non-Exempt Location: Quapaw Nation Law Enforcement Facility Department: Quapaw Nation Marshal Service Reports to: Patrol Sergeant / Patrol Lieutenant Work ...

T&M Associates

Roadway Safety Engineer 2

Trenton, NJ · On-site

$69K - $82K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position will focus on the implementation and delivery of the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) and other statewide roadway safety initiatives. A successful candidate will collaborate ...

T&M Associates

Senior Roadway Safety Engineer

Trenton, NJ · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position will focus on the implementation and delivery of the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) and other statewide roadway safety initiatives. A successful candidate will collaborate ...

STV Incorporated

Highway/Civil Engineer.

Dallas, TX · On-site

... Safety Manual and Highway Capacity Manual; Develop detailed traffic control plans using MUTCD ; Manage sub-consultants, conduct site and field inspections monitoring budgets, schedules and quality ...

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How much do highway safety jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 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, 80% Full Time, 17% 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

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$121K - $158K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

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Summary
You will serve as a Highway Safety Specialist and report to the Chief, Enforcement and Justice Services Division, Research and Program Development, Office of Safety Programs. The office has national responsibility for developing and improving behavioral highway safety programs aimed at reducing highway crashes, injuries, and deaths.
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The Highway Safety Specialist, you will:
  • Oversee, and coordinates demonstration projects or programs of particular sensitivity or breadth, particularly undertakings that require the integration and synthesis of information from multiple program areas including comprehensive knowledge of traffic law enforcement programmatic content and emerging trends and issues.
  • Establish and maintain effective partnerships with other Department of Transportation operating administrations, other external government agencies at the national, State and local levels with interest in highway safety by coordinating program activities, interpreting NHTSA policies and procedures, and furnishing authoritative advice.
  • Serve as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and technical advisor for various behavioral highway safety and demonstration projects within assigned areas of responsibility by developing procurement documents including statements of work and cost estimates and coordinate implementation of programmatic efforts with appropriate NHTSA elements, contractors/consultants, State and local agencies, professional organizations, and other recognized experts in the field.
  • Prepare technical reports and briefing materials regarding assigned areas of responsibility as required by Congress, the Secretary of DOT, the NHTSA Administrator, and the Associate Administrator, and other offices, which form the basis for the evaluation of ongoing and planned programs or presentation of new concepts and programs.

Ideal candidate for this position possesses experience and a solid understanding of traffic law enforcement as related to public health issues and behavioral highway safety, injury prevention, programs, and policies, especially as they relate to traffic law enforcement countermeasures and programs. Experience in supervisor or manager as a law enforcement officer is desired but not required.
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Conditions of employment
  • You must be a U.S.Citizen and eligible for consideration.
  • You must meet specialized experience to qualify.
  • Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.
  • Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
  • your performance and conduct;
  • the needs and interests of the agency;
  • whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
  • whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
  • SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
  • GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.
  • BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: You will be required to complete a background/security investigation and meet preliminary requirements prior to onboarding.
  • PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
  • TIME-IN-GRADE: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the competitive or excepted service in the executive branch to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.
  • DEU REQUIREMENTS: Applicants selected under delegated examining procedures may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).

Qualifications
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience requirements. 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 as a law enforcement professional and a solid understanding of behavioral highway safety, injury prevention, public health and traffic law enforcement programs.
  • Experience in traffic law enforcement programs and initiatives related to behavioral traffic safety program development and strategies, specifically regarding speed management, impaired driving, distracted driving, and other risky driving behaviors.
  • Experience in carrying out traffic enforcement operations utilizing evidence-based components.

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:
  • Behavioral Highway Safety: Knowledge in management and coordination of traffic law enforcement initiatives, including risky driving behaviors (speeding, distraction, and impairment among others), and emerging vehicle technologies and comprehensive knowledge of programmatic content and emerging trends and issues.
  • Partnering: Knowledge in initiating and maintaining partnerships and liaison with other Department of Transportation (DOT) operating administrations, external government agencies and other public and private sector groups and organizations to exchange information traffic law enforcement initiatives as they relate to behavioral highway safety programs.
  • Law Enforcement: Knowledge of skills required to implement advanced traffic enforcement operations utilizing evidence-based components that clearly outline a lead role in an initiative from design to execution, including strategies, specific tactics, and partnerships used.

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
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, FairChanceAct@dot.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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