Safety Manager

The Washington State Transit Association; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Safety Manager to lead a proactive safety program. This pivotal role involves overseeing safety policies, ensuring compliance across departments, and fostering a culture of safety. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in safety management and a passion for promoting workplace safety. With a commitment to employee wellbeing, the organization offers a range of benefits including wellness programs, tuition assistance, and a supportive work environment. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Wellness Program

Tuition Assistance

Free ORCA Card

On-site Gyms

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in safety/risk program administration.
• Knowledge of OSHA/WISHA/FTA/DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development and implementation of safety policies.
• Conduct safety program audits and facility safety inspections.

Skills

Communication Skills

Safety Management

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Safety Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are conducting a search for a new Safety Manager! We are seeking a proven leader with exceptional communication skills and a track record of success in safety management. The person selected will manage a small but dynamic team located at our headquarters in Lakewood, Washington.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Safety Manager manages the development and implementation of comprehensive safety policies, programs, tools, and systems as well as providing ongoing safety leadership to agency departments to ensure consistent application/compliance with agency policies/programs and systems.

As the Safety Manager at Pierce Transit, you will work with all departments to plan, organize and oversee a comprehensive safety program ensuring a safe work culture across the agency.

BENEFITS:
At Pierce Transit, our employees’ health and wellbeing is important to us!
That’s why we offer four on-site gyms and an incredible Wellness Program in addition to excellent medical, dental, and vision packages.

Pierce Transit employees participate in the Washington Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) administered by the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Employees must elect to participate in PERS Plan 2 or PERS Plan 3. Employees who have participated in the Tacoma Employee’s Retirement System (TERS) may elect to continue to participate in that system.

Employees in the PERS system do not pay the 6.2% Social Security tax but are still responsible for a 1.45% payment for Medicare.

Pierce Transit offers $5,000 per year (up to a total of $18,000) in Tuition Assistance after your one-year anniversary. Certifications, and career skills must be connected to a job at Pierce Transit.

Pierce Transit provides an ORCA Card benefit for each employee and a family member. This benefit provides free access to service on Pierce Transit, Sound Transit, Community Transit, Everett Transit, King County Metro, Kitsap Transit, Seattle Monorail, Seattle Streetcar, King County Water Taxi and Kitsap Foot Ferry.

PAID LEAVE:

Full-time Pierce Transit employees receive 11 paid holidays, 2 personal paid holidays, eligibility to earn 2 wellness days, 6 days of major sick leave, and 22 days of paid time off (PTO) per year. PTO accrual rates increase per policy.

The following functions are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties:

• Supervises the work of assigned personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Oversees, drafts, and implements strategies, policies, standard operating procedures, initiatives, best practices, and programs to integrate safety standards and practices across the organization.
• Provides guidance surrounding the resolution of safety issues that require escalation and promotes a culture committed to safe operation and elimination of worker safety incidents.
• Reviews loss control key indicators report comparing vehicle accident and work-related injury performance with goals. Determines why variances occur and participates in corrective action taken in response to each variance.
• Collaborates with others to discuss, plan, and implement new and innovative projects, processes, and procedure to ensure accident prevention, loss reduction, safety, and security enhancements to the agency.
• Conducts safety program audits to ensure compliance with agency policy and government regulations. Conducts and directs facility safety inspections.
• Develops and reports safety metrics. Identifies trends, deficiencies, and effectiveness of safety programs. Prepares and presents performance reports and metrics to management, staff, Board of Commissioners, external agencies, community stakeholders, and the general public regarding Agency safety activities and programs.
• Manages and administers the program's annual budget. Participates in budget forecasting for equipment, materials, and supplies. Reviews and approves expenditures.
• Demonstrates reliable and consistent attendance.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum:

• Bachelor's Degree in Safety Management or related field, and
• Seven (7) years of experience in safety/risk program administration.
• Experience may substitute for education on a year-for year basis.

Desired:

• Public sector experience desired.
• Transit or transportation industry experience desired.
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of employee supervision
• Safety management concepts and principles
• Contractor safety requirements
• OSHA/WISHA/FTA/DOT regulations
• National transit industry
• Safety and Security Emergency Preparedness Plan
• Accident investigation protocols and techniques
• Business English
• Standard office procedures
• Microsoft Office products

Skill in:

• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature (multi-tasking)
• Communications (verbal and written)
• Strategic thinking
• Organizational/time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Computer and database skills

Ability to:

• Manage organizational change and effectively implement policy
• Analyze and interpret statistical and operational data
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
• Follow verbal and written instructions

Competencies:

• Provide a safe, secure and healthy workplace for all employees. Establish and maintain an effective safety, security-conscious and health program within established safety policies and guidelines.
• Persuades, influences or gains the support of others and causes them to take action.
• Working effectively and productively with others, sometimes in a team setting. Working cooperatively, effectively and productively with internal and external customers.
• Speaks, writes, and listens effectively in a variety of circumstances, sharing information and ideas with others.
• Independently performing and accomplishing assignments and serving as a source of supply and support for the department, customers, and/or the organization.
• Clearly assigns responsibilities for tasks and decisions; sets clear objectives and measures, monitors process, progress, and results; provides feedback to employees and management.

Licensing, Certifications, and other Legal Requirements

• Individuals must pass a background check.

Physical Requirements

• The position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 40 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• May occasionally need to move boxes from 5 to 40 pounds.

Working Conditions

• This position may work in an office, warehouse, or shop environment. Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.
• Occasional outside work.
• Individuals may be exposed to hazardous materials and loud noises.

Education
Any required education must come from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U S Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent.

Application Instructions
To be considered for this vacancy, youmustapply online:

1. The online application must include achronologicalwork history and/or education, applicants must also attach resumes and/or cover letters as required to be considered for this position.
2. Applicants must also attach a cover letter stating how they meet the qualifications for the position in order to be considered.(Failure to submit a cover letter at the time of application will disqualify applicants from consideration)
3. Provide at least 3 professional references to include a current or recent supervisor with names, phone numbers and email addresses.

READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY:

• Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling and grammar before submitting.
• Please ensure that your work history has been updated to include employment end dates as applicable.
• The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the information provided in the supplemental questions and the content and completeness of the "work experience" and "education" sections of your application atwww.piercetransit/careers/.
• A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.
• All information may be verified, and documentation may be required.

For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact Pierce Transit Human Resources/Recruitment at 253-581-8095 [e-mail].

If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at [phone] or [e-mail].

Pierce Transit Is An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Pierce Transit has a strong commitment to the community we serve and our employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.

Pierce Transit's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.