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kf5nd
10-31-07, 08:47 PM
PN# 02972

BIKEWAY PROGRAM COORDINATOR
(STAFF ANALYST)
Public Works & Engineering
Engineering and Construction
Engineering Branch, Neighborhoods Section
611 Walker *
M-F, 8 A.M - 5 P.M*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs substantially complex and varied administrative functions in
the planning, analysis, and coordination of the Houston Bikeway
Program. Works with project engineers to track scope, design, and
budget for bicycle and pedestrian projects. Works with the Houston
Police Department on setting enforcement priorities. Serves as a
resource person to area school districts. Develops bicycle and
pedestrian policies and projects. Coordinates special projects,
including planning, research, presentations, promotions, and
evaluations. Acts as a liaison with city departments, council members,
other elected officials, the public and various bicycle advocacy
groups. Directs staff services, including personnel, purchasing and
public relations. Investigates special problems encountered by
employees; responds to calls from the general public that extend
beyond the normal scope of subordinates. Provides leadership,
guidance, training and advice to subordinates.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has some
discretion about walking, standing, etc.

This is a Department of Public Works & Engineering Emergency
Management position at the Tier 3 Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public
Administration or a closely related field.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Requires three (3) years of professional administrative, financial or
analytical experience related to the type of work being performed.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston
policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Job Title: BIKEWAY PROGRAM COORDINATOR-CD
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Salary: $2,122.00 - $2,613.00 biweekly
$55,172.00 - $67,938.00 annually
With full benefits

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: 611 Walker Street, Texas

To see this listing and apply, go to this website:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm?
put the word "bicycle" in as a search keyword, the listing will appear

wheel
11-01-07, 12:55 PM
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public
Administration or a closely related field.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Requires three (3) years of professional administrative, financial or
analytical experience related to the type of work being performed.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston
policy on driving (AP 2-2).



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Yet nothing on biking or traffic engineer or is that me?
Sounds more like numbers guy than actual idea guy.
Just a rant because I could would have to wait a decade to be number guy.

SamHouston
11-01-07, 02:23 PM
It's an administrative position re: implementation of an existing program. No cycling exp. required. the vision has been had, and presumably the federal tax dollars that come with it. Now what they require is an effective person to make it go/keep it going.

Hey kf5nd, didn't you post this up last year too? What's up that no one wants to keep the position?

SSP
11-02-07, 09:10 AM
They left out several key requirements - you'll need to be a masochist, and have no hope of making a positive contribution to society.

Given that Houston is:


Humid
Polluted
One of the Fattest Cities in the US (http://www.webmd.com/diet/news/20050105/americas-fittest-fattest-cities)
In the top 10 for Worst Commutes


the odds of a bicycle coordinator making any significant contributions are slim to nill.


And if you like to bike, why would you choose to live in Houston? Besides all the other issues, it's pancake flat.

gosmsgo
11-02-07, 10:43 AM
why do you need a drivers license?

evblazer
11-02-07, 10:49 AM
The city is a big place. They probable want you to sit in traffic getting to meeting or sites all over and bring lots of stuff with you. Maybe the right candidate can be able to actually ride the paths around but sometimes riding isn't a feasible option when your on the clock.

I can see needing it for out of houston meetings where other forms of transporation may not be available or that they won't pay for.