Job: Bicycle Friendly Community Specialist – League of American Bicyclists

Job Title
Bicycle Friendly Community Specialist

Company/Organization
League of American Bicyclists

Job Description
The League of American Bicyclists seeks a new member of the Bicycle Friendly America℠ Program Team to provide direct, hands-on assessments and assistance to 100 communities nationwide annually. The Bicycle Friendly Community program provides a roadmap to improve conditions for bicycling and has recognized 259 communities in 47 states as BFCs.

Responsibilities:

The BFC Specialist will work collaboratively with the BFA Program Team, membership and Trek retailers to lead hands-on workshops across the country. Successful candidates will have a connection to bicycling, experience facilitating groups, knowledge of nonprofit organizations, be resourceful and solutions-oriented and demonstrate effective leadership with diverse stakeholders. Possess a demonstrated history of success working both independently and as part of a team. Proven ability to collaborate and work successfully with multiple constituents to deliver and improve programs and initiatives. This new position is an excellent opportunity and a compensated way to experience the entire United States and spread biking goodwill. That, the League acknowledges that the required travel may make it a good fit for one to two years, after which an ideal candidate would transition into a program role with less travel. Urban planning/design/engineering experience is a plus.
The Bicycle Friendly Community Specialist plans and coordinates all aspects of the League’s BFC Visits including the following essential duties and responsibilities:

• Plans and coordinates BFC Visits: In selected cities, works directly with city staff, local bike advocates, Trek retailers and other stakeholders to plan and coordinate a BFC Visit
• Conducts BFC Visit: Conduct a bike program and network assessment; community bike learning tour with stakeholders and decision makers; action planning session and follow-up report for participants
• Official reporting: Will produce in depth reports on current network conditions along with bike programs, policies and projects.
• Produces blog posts, photos and social media material to promote the BFC Visits
• Participate on BFC Review Team: Serves as a reviewer for BFC Applications twice a year.
Requirements
Ideal candidates will have the following skills and experience:
• Ability to travel extensively (75-90 city visits per year)
• Knowledge of and experience in what it takes to build Bicycle Friendly Communities
• Knowledge of and experience with the local government decision making process
• Great social skills and ability to answer questions on the spot
• Critical assessment tools necessary for providing on-the-ground feedback and follow-up reports
• Experience managing travel, meeting planning and group facilitation
• Self-driven, ability to work with little supervision
• Strong writing and communication skills with an ability to meet assigned deadlines
• Minimum of two years in related experience
Program Specialist will report to the Vice President, Programs. Salary is based on experience. The League offers a generous benefits package.

Full listing: http://www.bikeleague.org/content/jobs-join-our-bfa-team

How to Apply
Interested candidates may submit a personalized cover letter and resume to bill@bikeleague.org. Applications are due by September 16th.

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