Manager, Safety and Compliance

Greyhound Bus Lines Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Greyhound Bus Lines Inc. is seeking a Manager, Safety & Compliance to lead safety programs, driver training, regulatory compliance, and workplace safety initiatives across the organization.

The role requires ensuring audit-ready processes, incident investigations, and proactive risk reduction, while partnering with Operations, Fleet/Maintenance, and HR to foster a strong safety culture. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental health, engineering, transportation, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Five or more years in safety/transportation compliance/risk management incl. 2+ years in a leadership role; 3 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of FMCSA/DOT driver requirements, Hours of Service, ELDs, driver qualification files, CVSA rules preferred.
• Valid CDL and commercial driving experience preferred.
• Strong communication, investigation, analytical, coaching, organization, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with safety/compliance recordkeeping and reporting systems including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee driver qualification files and FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse processes.
• Manage continuous safety training programs and monitor safety performance.
• Lead investigations of accidents, injuries, near misses, and safety violations; implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Operations, Fleet/Maintenance, HR, and leadership to embed safety in day-to-day decisions.

Skills

Communication

Investigation

Coaching

Organizational skills

Decision making

Microsoft Office

OSHA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety

Equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Manager, Safety & Compliance leads Greyhound’s transportation safety, driver training, regulatory compliance, and workplace safety programs. This role maintains audit-ready compliance processes, promotes safe driving and operating practices, oversees driver qualification and training activities, investigates incidents, and partners with Operations, Fleet/Maintenance, Human Resources, and leadership to reduce risk and strengthen a proactive safety culture. This position is a hands-on safety leadership role, Manager, Safety& Compliance needs to be equally effective with drivers, the Command Center, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

DOT/FMCSA and Driver Compliance

• Oversee driver qualification files, background checks, DOT medical certification records, onboarding documentation, and FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse processes, as applicable.
• Monitor compliance with FMCSA, DOT, CVSA, and applicable federal, state, and local transportation safety requirements; maintain accurate, accessible records and address deficiencies.

Driver Safety and Training

• Manage continuous safety and training programs, safety performance monitoring, etc., through the full employee lifecycle
• Review speeding, driving behavior, and camera/telematics events with drivers and operations leadership; document coaching and follow-up.
• Support driver hiring and onboarding; conduct 30-, 60-, and 90-day check-ins with new drivers.

Incident Response and Risk Reduction

• Lead or coordinate investigations of accidents, injuries, near misses, and safety violations; identify root causes and implement preventive and corrective actions.
• Serve as an on-call safety resource for collisions, incidents, and drug-testing questions as needed; respond to accident scenes when practical.

Workplace Safety and Regulatory Programs

• Develop, maintain, and update company safety policies, compliance procedures, and training materials, including applicable OSHA, EPA, and local requirements.
• Conduct inspections and audits of facilities, equipment, and operations; identify hazards and partner with responsible teams on corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain required incident, inspection, training, and safety reporting records; coordinate regulatory reporting as applicable.

Leadership, Reporting and Safety Culture

• Serve as a point of contact for safety and compliance questions from employees, leaders, contractors, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Provide leadership with regular safety performance reporting, audit findings, compliance risks, incident trends, and corrective-action status.
• Collaborate with Operations, Fleet/Maintenance, Human Resources, and driver trainers to embed safety in day-to-day decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental health, engineering, transportation, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Five or more years of relevant safety, transportation compliance, or risk management experience, including at least two years in a leadership role; three years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of FMCSA/DOT driver requirements, Hours of Service, ELDs, driver qualification files, and applicable CVSA rules strongly preferred.
• Valid CDL and commercial driving experience preferred
• Strong communication, investigation, analytical, coaching, organization, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety/compliance recordkeeping and reporting systems.
• OSHA training, CSP or similar certification, and First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, including eligible flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% company matching contributions.
• Flexible time off, subject to business needs and manager approval.
• Eight weeks of fully paid parental leave.
• Company-paid basic life insurance equal to annual salary.
• Lifestyle spending account of up to $600 annually.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually after 12 months of continuous service.
• 24/7 employee assistance program, including up to five free counseling sessions per year.
• Complimentary FlixBus and Greyhound travel for employees and eligible dependents.

Compensation Range

USD $65,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Greyhound provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits 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.