What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator position at National Safety Council?
Save lives, from the workplace to anyplace.
The National Safety Council is America’s leading nonprofit safety advocate. We focus on eliminating the leading causes of preventable injuries and deaths. Through leadership, research, education, and advocacy, NSC focuses on areas where most unintentional injuries and deaths occur.
We are currently looking for a Program Coordinator to join us in our mission to save lives and prevent injuries.
Position Highlights:
NSC cares about the safety, health, and overall well-being of our employees. We offer competitive benefits, resources, and tools to promote a work-life balance that supports employees during all phases of life. We offer the following:
Our hiring process is designed to give you the opportunity to shine at each step. It starts with an assessment where you really showcase your drive for the role. From there, candidates selected for the first interview will discuss their skills and how they fit with our team. If you're a match, the second interview takes a deeper dive into your background and how you can contribute to our goals. After that, we'll make our final decision and let you know the outcome. This is our usual process, and we're excited to get to know you along the way!"
NSC is an equal opportunity employer.
The National Safety Council is America’s leading nonprofit safety advocate. We focus on eliminating the leading causes of preventable injuries and deaths. Through leadership, research, education, and advocacy, NSC focuses on areas where most unintentional injuries and deaths occur.
We are currently looking for a Program Coordinator to join us in our mission to save lives and prevent injuries.
Position Highlights:
The Program Coordinator supports the Our Driving Concern (ODC) employer traffic safety program, a grant-funded initiative in Texas. This role ensures compliance with state grant requirements through accurate monthly claims and budget monitoring, while also coordinating program activities that deliver training and resources to employers. The position requires strong attention to detail, comfort with financial data, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, remote team environment.
What You’ll Do:- Prepare and submit monthly grant claims and supporting documentation in coordination with NSC accounting staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance with TxDOT requirements.
- Monitor program budgets and expenses, assist with forecasting and reforecasting, and support the preparation of annual grant applications.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret program data to support reporting, evaluation of outcomes, and compliance with grant requirements.
- Develop, edit, and maintain program materials, communications, and standard operating procedures.
- Support program communications by preparing newsletters, social media content, and other outreach materials; track and analyze engagement metrics to meet grant match requirements through earned media.
- Serve as liaison with employers, trainers, state highway safety partners, and NSC shared services to ensure smooth program delivery.
- Provide project support for special initiatives such as safety campaigns, surveys, and recognition programs.
- Assist with subcontractor agreements, purchase orders, invoices, and related documentation.
- Provide administrative support such as scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and maintaining accurate records.
- Maintain flexibility to support additional states and program needs as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to manage financial details and reconcile data across multiple sources.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; strong Excel skills.
- Comfort using remote collaboration tools such as Teams and Zoom.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for both internal and external audiences.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a remote team.
- Experience with government or grant-funded programs preferred.
- 5% Travel.
- This is a remote position.
- The hourly rate is $20 to $24/hr
NSC cares about the safety, health, and overall well-being of our employees. We offer competitive benefits, resources, and tools to promote a work-life balance that supports employees during all phases of life. We offer the following:
- At least 20 PTO days accrued 1st year and 11 paid holidays
- Flexible work arrangements
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
- Flex spending accounts for medical and dependent care
- 403(b) & Roth 403(b) with employer match up to 6%
- Reimbursable training
- Dress for your day
Our hiring process is designed to give you the opportunity to shine at each step. It starts with an assessment where you really showcase your drive for the role. From there, candidates selected for the first interview will discuss their skills and how they fit with our team. If you're a match, the second interview takes a deeper dive into your background and how you can contribute to our goals. After that, we'll make our final decision and let you know the outcome. This is our usual process, and we're excited to get to know you along the way!"
NSC is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $20 - $24
