Trauma Traffic Safety Specialist

Job Summary:

The Trauma Traffic Safety Specialist (TTSS) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering injury prevention and traffic safety education programming across New York State, with a primary focus on the Let's Not Meet By Accident (LNMBA) and traffic safety initiatives. This role supports the mission of the Level I Trauma Center and Governor's Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) grant-funded objectives by contributing to measurable reductions in high-risk driving behaviors through education, outreach, and evaluation activities. The TTSS translates real-world trauma experiences into impactful, evidence informed educational outreach aimed at reducing motor vehicle crash-related injuries and fatalities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate’s degree or higher in Emergency Services, Fire Protection Technology, Public Health, Health Education, Criminal Justice, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience and demonstrated 3 yrs experience in one or more of the following fields: EMS, fire service, law enforcement, public safety, public health, healthcare, or injury prevention

Experience with public speaking, training, or community education

Valid NYS driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the state

Ability to lift, transport, and set up program equipment (AV equipment, materials, etc.)

Strong communication and organizational skills

Current or prior certification/licensure as an EMT, paramedic, firefighter, or law enforcement officer, or related certification/licensure.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience delivering injury prevention or traffic safety programming (e.g., teen driver safety, distracted driving prevention)

Work Days:

Monday-Friday(days), partial remote

Message to Applicants:

Salary Range-$55,000-$60,000

Recruitment Office: Human Resources