Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

BART; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

CalPERS retirement program

Paid time off

Job summary

BART is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist to support its comprehensive safety and compliance programs across regulatory topics. This role includes investigations, reporting, training, and inspections to strengthen safety culture.

Under supervision, you will analyze trends, prepare detailed reports, and ensure OSHA-compliant training, coordinating with departments and regulatory agencies to maintain program readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety engineering, industrial engineering, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field.
• Two years of professional occupational health or safety experience.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able to read and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor occupational health and safety program activities including facility inspections, accident investigations and emergency planning operations; monitors program compliance with mandated laws, rules and regulations.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, documents findings, prepares reports.
• Conduct inspections of District facilities and worksites for safety and environmental compliance.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs and materials; coordinate with regulatory agencies as needed.

Skills

Accident investigations

Safety inspections

Regulatory compliance

Safety training delivery

Hazard analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety-related field

Job description

Marketing Statement

Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.

Job Summary

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is seeking a dedicated Environmental Health and Safety Specialist to support the District’s comprehensive safety and compliance programs. Under general supervision, this position provides direct environmental health and safety services to employees and operational divisions, assisting in the development, implementation, and auditing of EH&S programs across a wide range of regulatory topics. The incumbent plays a key role in strengthening the District’s safety culture by conducting accident and incident investigations, preparing detailed reports, analyzing trends, and recommending corrective measures to reduce risk and improve workplace safety. This role also supports the creation and delivery of OSHA‑compliant training, including video, CBT, and contractor‑provided instruction, and prepares procurement documentation as needed to maintain program readiness and regulatory alignment. In this role, the Environmental Health and Safety Specialist contributes directly to the protection of employees, patrons, and the public by performing facility and operational inspections, documenting findings, and monitoring PPE use to ensure adherence to established safety procedures. The position applies professional‑level knowledge of environmental health and safety principles, Title 8 CCR regulations, and industry standards to support compliance and operational excellence. The incumbent serves as a liaison to regulatory agencies, participates in District‑wide safety meetings and campaigns, and delivers toolbox talks on diverse safety topics to reinforce awareness and accountability. Through sound judgment, collaboration, and technical expertise, this position helps drive continuous improvement and ensures that BART’s operations meet or exceed regulatory safety requirements.

Pay Rate

AFSCME Pay Grade AFD
Step 1: $ 110,697.60/Annually - Step 5: $134,534.40/Annually

Note: The negotiable salary offer will be commensurate with education and experience.

Report To

Manager, Employee/Patron Safety Division

Days Off

This position works a standard Monday–Friday schedule with weekends off; however, occasional weekend or off‑shift hours may be required based on business needs.

Who May Apply

All current BART employees and Future BART employees

Current Assignment

Please note: Applications for this posting will be reviewed in two (2) rounds based on the following schedule:

• September 8 – October 12
• October 13 – November 8

The District reserves the right to close this recruitment at any time after the completion of a review round if a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified to advance in the selection process. Therefore, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible, as subsequent review rounds may not be conducted.

Most Qualified Candidate For This Position Will Have Highly Developed Competencies In The Following Areas, Which Will Be Reinforced With Related Work Experience And Will Be Clearly Articulated During The Selection Process

• Supports District Safety Program - develops, implements and audits programs and procedures to comply with State regulations and District rules and procedures.
• Investigates accidents and incidents, documents findings, prepares reports.
• Conducts job safety observations and PPE hazard assessments.
• Conducts inspections of District facilities and worksites.
• Serves as liaison to representatives of regulatory agencies.

Examples of Duties

• Implements and monitors occupational health and safety program activities including facility inspections, accident investigations and emergency planning operations; monitors program compliance with mandated laws, rules and regulations.
• Monitors and inspects new and planned District facilities for compliance with environmental requirements including noise, equipment layout, air quality and related health and safety issues.
• Provides assistance in administration of the Illness and Injury Prevention program; reviews Cal/OSHA standards; observes District operations to assess potentially unsafe working practices and conditions; makes recommendations to address these issues.
• Participates in the administration of a variety of programs addressing occupational health and safety issues including cumulative trauma, blood borne pathogen, hearing conservation and emergency preparedness programs; evaluates program goals and objectives; determines training or other support requirements; makes recommendations on program implementation.
• Conducts safety inspections of a variety of District owned vehicles including automotive and heavy equipment.
• Maintains records and develops reports on new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; prepares statistical reports as required.
• Participates in the development of safety education and safety training programs; evaluates training needs; develops materials and conducts training sessions to meet District safety objectives.
• Provides technical safety information and compliance requirements to District management staff, employees and contractors.
• Reviews safety accident investigation reports of employee injuries; determines cause and recommends preventive measures.
• Participates in the District's defensive driving program; schedules and teaches classes; maintains participant database.
• Maintains awareness of new developments in the field of industrial safety.

Education

A Bachelor’s degree in safety engineering, industrial engineering, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in safety engineering, industrial engineering, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience

Two (2) years of (full‑time equivalent) verifiable professional occupational health or safety program experience.

Other Requirements

• Must be physically able to access the BART operating right‑of‑way, climb on and off rail equipment, climb ladders, walk on uneven surfaces, and visit construction sites.
• Must be able to respond to after‑hours incidents and to perform after‑hours assignments for the various District work shifts.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able to understand, read and communicate in English.
• Must be able to wear respiratory protective equipment during the performance of assigned duties in accordance with the District Respiratory Program and applicable Cal‑OSHA requirements.

Substitution

Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year‑for‑year basis. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Knowledge And Skills

• Operations, services and activities of a comprehensive occupational health and safety program.
• Methods and techniques of statistical analysis.
• Principles and practices of occupational health and safety programs.
• Methods and techniques of work design solutions to health and safety issues.
• Tools and equipment used in monitoring and measuring noise and environmental safety factors.
• Methods and techniques of assessing safety hazards and implementing corrective measures.
• Methods and techniques of investigating safety related accidents and injuries.
• Mandated safety program rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Applicable building and fire safety codes.
• Methods and techniques of developing and conducting safety program training sessions.
• Recent developments, current literature and information related to safety rules and regulations.
• Current office equipment including computers.
• Related Federal, State, and local laws, codes and safety regulations.

Skill In

• Overseeing accident investigations.
• Performing a variety of occupational health and safety duties. Assisting in developing and conducting safety training programs.
• Monitoring safety program performance and recommending adjustments.
• Identifying safety training needs.
• Evaluating operational area safety performance and requirements.
• Interpreting and explaining District policies, operating rules and procedures.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including the general public.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at [e-mail] . Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs.