Join the Safe Streets Austin Board of Directors

Do you believe every Austinite should be able to walk, bike, or roll safely and freely in their community? Join us in making that vision a reality! Safe Streets Austin is currently recruiting new members for our Board of Directors. As a board member, you’ll play a vital role in advancing our mission to transform Austin’s streets, bikeways, and trails into safe, vibrant, and accessible places for everyone.

About Us

Safe Streets Austin is a nonprofit advocacy organization dedicated to making Austin’s transportation network about all forms of transportation, not just cars. We champion policies and infrastructure that reduce traffic violence, improve accessibility, and expand transportation options for every Austinite–especially those historically underserved by our transportation systems.

Why Serve on the Board?

Serving on the Safe Streets Austin Board of Directors is an opportunity to shape the future of transportation in our city. Board members work alongside passionate advocates and civic leaders, gain valuable nonprofit leadership experience, and have a real world impact on the way people traverse our city.

Board Member Responsibilities

As a board member, you will:

  • Provide mission-based leadership and strategic guidance

  • Participate in strategic planning and policy development

  • Participate in organizational duties such as the management of the Executive Director

  • Approve annual budgets and monitor financial health

  • Support fundraising efforts and make a personally meaningful annual contribution

  • Represent Safe Streets Austin positively to partners and the public

  • Serve on at least one committee (standing or ad hoc)

  • Attend regular bimonthly board meetings plus committee meetings (about 12 total meetings annually)

  • Promote and attend Safe Streets Austin events and initiatives

  • Serve with integrity and honor the organization’s Conflict of Interest Policy

  • Act in an ethical manner and respect the diversity of opinion amongst the board and staff

  • Respect the board member agreement

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are enthusiastic about transportation equity, active transportation, and community advocacy. Prior board experience is not required but appreciated. We especially encourage candidates whose lived experience or professional expertise can help us build a safer, more accessible Austin. Candidates with skills or experience in the following areas are especially encouraged to apply:

  • Legal or financial oversight

  • Community organizing

  • Public policy

  • Fundraising and development

  • Transportation planning or engineering

  • Nonprofit governance

  • Communications, digital media, or public engagement

Most importantly we are seeking individuals who are committed to transportation safety, improvements, and meaningful community change.

How to Apply

To express your interest, please fill out the form below. Applications will be accepted until 9/30. For more information, contact us at info@safestreetsaustin.org