27-0343-18 Local Agency Child Passenger Safety Resource Center (CPSRC) Program

The Illinois Department of Transportation's Bureau of Safety Programs and Engineering is seeking applications for the Local Agency Child Passenger Safety Resource Center (CPSRC) Program. The program aims to support communities in reducing injuries and fatalities on Illinois roadways by establishing regional hubs for child passenger safety. The CPSRCs will provide public information and education campaigns, support for CPS training and certification, and address local highway safety issues. The program will also include the State Special Needs Resource Center (SSNRC), which will assist with CPS technician certifications and recertifications, and provide training and implementation of the Special Needs CPS Tech certification. Key aspects of the job include: • Serving as the regional point of contact for CPS programs, trainings, and events • Emphasizing awareness of child heatstroke, pedestrian, bicycle, motorcycle, older driver, teen driving, impaired driving, and distracted driving issues • Educating the public on the risks of leaving children or unattended passengers in vehicles • Participating in the development of CPS continuing education • Recruiting CPS Technicians and Instructors • Offering and promoting CPS certification and recertification courses • Providing educational materials and technical tools related to CPS, seat belt usage, and Illinois safety laws • Distributing car seats to families in underserved areas • Assisting agencies with car seat events • Using data-driven approaches to identify and address local highway safety issues • Collaborating with adjoining regions and law enforcement and community partners