Assistant General Manager, Safety

What Will Your Job Look Like?
The Assistant General Manager, Safety is responsible for the overall direction and administration of safety for the Austin locations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to planning, organizing, and directing the short and long-term goals of the safety division to support the location’s mission and goals. This position will ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations, as well as corporate, client guidelines and policies. This role will oversee the Austin region.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage a culture of safety that incorporates various departments, such as operations, safety and maintenance

• Responsible for the daily guidance, development and performance of all direct reports

• Oversee corporate safety Incentives and programs effectively and consistently, including assignment of Safety Points

• Implement and support the company and client’s safety management system (SMS) safety plan and initiatives

• Provide continuous safety support for both Austin locations

• Manage and monitor the FTA’s drug and alcohol DAMIS reporting requirements

• Monitor and support all location insurance claims activities to ensure effective communication with claimants, to help control claims costs and support claims closure

• Lead and support the local safety committee and SMS Ambassador group for the Austin area

• Oversee the locations worker compensation program to ensure compliance and effectively reduce/eliminate claims

• Ensure all safety manuals, programs and policies and practices are current and meet the needs of the operating divisions; updating as appropriate

• Oversee the successful completion all related audits including those conducted by the Company, the Client, internal staff members, and state and federal regulatory agencies

• Review, determine and respond to all vehicular, passenger and employee accidents/incidents, indicating the cause and preventability, identifying potential trends to be addressed in future training efforts

• Provide functional expertise in safety regarding hiring of safety department employees

• Collaborate with local Leadership to deliver comprehensive safety meetings and plans

• Act as the location drug program manager, ensuring compliance of FTA/DOT regulations

• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll need:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in a related field

• At least 6 years’ experience managing Safety in the Para-Transit industry, 7 years preferred

• At Least 4 years’ professional facilitation experience in safety training role

• At least 4 years’ experience managing a union environment

• At least 3 years’ experience supervising and monitoring the delivery of contractual services

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred

• Prior contract and or project management experience

• Thorough knowledge of all applicable safety rules, regulations – ADA, FTA and DOT to include all corporate programs

• Must possess a valid driver’s license

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and DOT physical and maintain physical throughout employment

Even better if you have...

• Ability to read, write and speak English

• Ability to obtain future certifications as defined within the location contract

• Ability to communicate effectively and work with all departments

• Ability to work independently and objectively

• Strong organizational and analytical skills

• Ability to effectively delegate tasks and provide appropriate supervision and follow up to department staff

• Familiar with windows-based computer operating systems and Microsoft Office packages

• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality

• Regular attendance is required

What’s in it for you:

• Health and Life Insurance Plans

• Dental and Vision Plans

• 401(k) with a company match

• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

• Maternity/Paternity Leave

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Leadership Mentoring Opportunities

Salary Range:
Min Wage: $100,000
Max Wage: $115,000

This information reflects the base salary pay range for this job based on current national market data. Ranges may vary based on the job's location. We offer competitive pay that varies based on individual skills, experience, and other relevant factors. We encourage you to apply to positions that you are interested in and for which you believe you are qualified. To learn more, you are welcome to discuss with us as you move through the selection process.

Equal Opportunity Employer: MTM is an equal opportunity employer. MTM considers qualified candidates with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, State, and Federal law. If you are in need of accommodations, please contact MTM’s People & Culture.

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