Job Title: Community Engagement Specialist

Salary: $25.00/hr

Work Schedule: Full time employment. M-F must be able and willing to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Work Location: Hybrid – in office, at home and in the field combination.

Benefits:

100% employer-covered health insurance, Vanguard 403(b) retirement account – employer contribution, cell phone stipend, 12 paid holidays, professional development opportunities and differential pay opportunities (see below) after the first 90 days of employment.

Position Summary:

The Community Engagement Specialist plays a vital role in advancing the Commute Options mission to increase access to transportation options across Oregon. Key responsibilities include supporting outreach and education efforts to promote road user safety, training travelers on how to utilize transportation options, and expanding programs to historically marginalized groups. The main goals of this position are to help Commute Options reduce barriers to transportation, enhance outreach and engagement, and improve resource sharing within the organization’s service area.

This role delivers inclusive, accessible walking and biking safety education to youth and adults across multiple settings, including classrooms, assemblies, after-school programs, community events, and Learn to Ride sessions. The specialist provides logistical support for events, ensuring materials, supplies, and on-site operations are organized and prepared.

The Community Engagement Specialist recruits, trains, and coordinates volunteers while maintaining accurate volunteer resources and online profiles. They support program implementation by preparing documentation, maintaining records, and ensuring all activities comply with grant and contract requirements. Deliverables are reported quarterly to the Oregon Department of Transportation, the City of Bend, and other relevant partners.

A strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is central to this position.The specialist models inclusive behaviors, proactively addresses bias, promotes racial equity and social justice, and builds partnerships with community groups—particularly historically marginalized communities. They also support the organization’s DEIA Working Group in cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging.

Additional responsibilities include developing or updating school walking and biking maps using

Adobe Illustrator, conducting walk audits, and performing other duties as assigned by the Education Program Manager. The Community Engagement Specialist reports to the Education Program Manager and collaborates closely with the Safe Routes to School Coordinator to advance program goals and community impact.

We seek a committed individual who embraces our mission, vision, and values, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and trauma-informed approach in all interactions and program implementations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural competence and contribute to creating an environment that respects and values diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Who you are:

• Team Player – Collaborative and supportive in a variety of team settings
• Problem Solver – Able to identify challenges early and values collaboration toward solutions
• Authentic – Respectful, accountable, and effective in diverse environments
• Dedicated – Passionate about public service and delivering results
• Organized – Skilled at managing multiple tasks and adapting to changing needs
• Relationship Builder – Values trust, partnerships, and inclusivity to achieve goals

What you’ll do:

• Deliver inclusive, accessible walking and biking safety education for youth and adults across multiple settings, including classrooms, assemblies, after-school programs, community events, and Learn to Ride sessions.
• Lead and provide logistical support for events, including attending events, transporting materials, and ensuring all supplies are organized and prepared.
• Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers; maintain volunteer resources and online profiles.
• Support implementation of program activities, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all community members. Prepare program documents and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure that implemented objectives and activities comply with grants and contract requirements.
• Report on deliverables accurately and promptly each quarter to the Oregon Department of Transportation, City of Bend, and any other relevant contracts or required reports.
• Demonstrate a steadfast commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively mitigating bias.
• Exhibit proficiency in and dedication to promoting racial equity and social justice in all job responsibilities.
• Build partnerships with community groups, including historically marginalized communities, to support culturally responsive outreach and engagement.
• Support our DEIA Working Group in ensuring equitable experiences, strengthening inclusion, showing good judgment, and cultivating a culture of inclusivity and belonging that values the contributions of all team members.
• Develop or update school walking and biking maps using Adobe Illustrator and conduct walk audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Education Program Manager for the agency’s further development.

Qualifications:

• Must embrace the mission of Commute Options and demonstrate a commitment to promoting safe, accessible, and equitable transportation options.
• Competency in bike riding.
• Maintains professional conduct in interactions with community, partners, and colleagues.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others, including writing and speaking.
• Organized with a demonstrated ability to follow through on tasks and goals, such as reporting on program outcomes.
• Possess the skills to work collaboratively within a diverse team environment and participate with a focus on collaboration.
• Employment is contingent upon verification of eligibility to work in the United States as required by federal law.

Questions?

If you have any questions please email info@commuteoptions.org.

Application Process:

Apply online between December 10, 2025 – January 2, 2026

Send Resume and Cover letter to info@commuteoptions.org with Community Engagement Specialist Application in the subject line.
Recruitment Timeline:

• Applications close January 2nd
• Review of applications 1st week of January
• Interviews scheduled in mid January
• Employment offer at end of January
• Start Date beginning of February

Commitment to Inclusivity, Equity, and Accessibility:

At Commute Options, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every voice is heard and every contribution matters. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. Our workplace culture prioritizes safety, inclusivity, and belonging, particularly for marginalized professionals.

Differential Pay

We value the diverse skills our employees bring to the table, and we recognize the importance of multilingual abilities in our organization. To encourage and reward the talent of our multilingual team members, we offer differential pay for employees who speak more than one language. This additional compensation is designed to recognize the extra value multilingual individuals bring to our work environment, whether in customer service, internal communications, or other areas where cross- lingual skills enhance our efficiency and outreach.

Eligibility:

Employees who are proficient in more than one language and use these skills
regularly as part of their job responsibilities will be eligible for the multilingual pay differential.

Rate of Pay:

The multilingual differential pay will be determined based on the level of language proficiency, frequency of language use, and the specific job duties that require multilingual Communication.
Languages Covered: A range of languages will be considered, with particular emphasis on those most relevant to the regions we serve or our internal operations.

Reasonable Accommodations:

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure that all employees, including those with disabilities, can perform the essential functions of their job. If you require any accommodations during the application or employment process, please contact

info@commuteoptions.org to discuss how we can support your needs.

Universal Design and Accessibility:

We embrace universal design principles to ensure our recruitment and hiring processes are

accessible to all individuals. As part of our commitment, candidates invited to interview will receive a copy of the interview questions in advance to promote equitable preparation and participation. This practice ensures that all candidates have the opportunity to demonstrate their qualifications fully.