Safety and Training Manager (Transit - CDL Required)

Classification: Exempt

Location: Operations – 8800 Corridor Road, Annapolis Junction, Maryland

Reports To: General Manager

Salary: $75,000 – $85,000 DOQ

The Regional Transportation Agency of Central Maryland (RTA) manages and operates public transportation in Anne Arundel County, Howard County, northern Prince George’s County, and the City of Laurel. RTA employs 170 administrative and operational staff out of our Annapolis-Junction location.

JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking an exceptional, self-motivated, dependable, and dynamic Safety and Training Manager to develop, oversee, lead, and facilitate an organizational safety and training program.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Plan, develop, and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations including, but not limited to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Facility Safety programs, and the Department of Transportation (DOT).
• Advises other members of the management team on safety compliance issues and the appropriate countermeasures.
• Evaluates, develops, and facilitates classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel training, and applicable work-site safety training.
• Maintains training schedule and log as well as complete training documentation based on regulations and company policy.
• Conducts safety surveys, inspections, post-accident investigations, and prepares written reports of findings and prevention recommendations for use by company personnel and senior management.
• Serves as the designated employer representative (DER) for the Company drug and alcohol program.
• Prepares, plans, and facilitates Safety Meetings.
• Monitors and coaches drivers/operators for compliance with the Drive-Cam program.
• First reporter of all workplace accidents.
• Monitors and coaches subordinate employees.
• Assists with ordering and issuing uniforms and safety equipment for all employees.
• Keeps abreast of current and changing regulations.
• Assists in the hiring process for new staff, as needed.
• Attend ongoing training and meet certification requirements as needed.
• Other position-related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrates behaviors that are consistent with standards for professional and ethical conduct.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues.
• Exceptional knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with employees of all levels, including drivers/operators, customers, senior management, client representatives, union officials, and the general public.
• Demonstrate regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Must be able to work a varying schedule to accommodate all shifts as necessary.
• Ability to work in all environmental conditions.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of current and future safety trends in the transit industry.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid CDL (P endorsement with no airbrake restriction) and obtain and keep a DOT Medical Certificate.
• Ability to operate a variety of passenger vehicles.
• Bachelor’s Degree and three (3) years of recent experience in the transit safety industry.
• Experience administering an organizational safety program, complete with hands-on driver training and maintaining federal, state, and local compliance.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Fluency in English

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to touch or feel; and talk or hear; climb stairs and/or ladders. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

This is not a bargaining unit position.

Right to Revise:
This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive, and the company reserves the right to revise this job description as necessary without advance notice.

The duties and expectations herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. They are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer without notice.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment