Experience in teaching, community engagement, or working with underrepresented communities
Fluency in Spanish (required) and potentially other common local languages such as Vietnamese, Arabic, Somali, Amharic, French, Nepali, or Dari
Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively in diverse communities
Knowledge of child passenger safety, car seat installation, and new/current updates in laws and practices (volunteer or paid experience), or a desire to attain this learning
Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, as defined by the Denver Mayor's Office of Social Equity & Inno
Benefits
Location & ScheduleEmployees must work within the state of Colorado on their off-site days.Who We Are & What You'll DoThe Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high-quality, safe, and equitable public infrastructure and services. For more information, please visit the DOTI website .DOTI's Commitment to Equity:DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets and people of the city with the greatest need. Through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development.DOTI's culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver ResultsAs a Bilingual Child Passenger Safety Educator, you will:Leading and supporting in-person Child Passenger Safety learning at various locations, both classroom-style and individualized learningBecoming a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST), with training costs covered by the program (see https://cert.safekids.org/become-tech ), maintaining knowledge baseHelping families install and remove car seats during scheduled appointmentsReinforcing overall safe driving behaviors and seatbelt useCollaborating with local groups and agencies to deliver learning and gather feedback on the program's effectiveness, contribute to program improvementsReviewing and providing constructive feedback toward program processes and materials, including Spanish language materials and diligence toward ensuring cultural relevancePhysical requirements include lifting, unboxing/assembling, and installing/removing car seatsVision insuranceEquity / stock options
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About Our Job
With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.
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