Safety Manager

Ben Franklin Transit; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Ben Franklin Transit in the Tri-Cities region is seeking a Safety Manager to lead agency safety programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive a proactive culture of safety and continuous improvement.

The role provides direction to Safety Specialists, develops safety initiatives, and collaborates across the agency to reduce injuries, oversee audits, and maintain OSHA and IIPP programs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations including OSHA requirements.
• Knowledge of accident investigation, root cause analysis, safety programs, emergency preparedness, and risk management.
• Skill in analyzing safety data, identifying trends, and developing corrective actions.
• Skill in conducting safety training, meetings, audits, and accident reviews.
• Skill in supervising and providing direction to safety staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee investigation of incidents, accidents, and work-related injuries and follow up with claims office.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct monthly safety meetings and accident reviews.
• Provide reports and analyses including safety trends and cost-saving recommendations.
• Ensure compliance for all safety programs (OSHA, IIPP, APP, hazard communications).
• Monitor regulatory changes and recommend policy updates.
• Oversee security and emergency preparedness programs.

Skills

Safety regulations knowledge

Accident investigation

Safety data analysis

Safety training

Supervision of safety staff

Communication

Root cause analysis

Job description

Salary:

Position Range: $92,589.00 - $128,166.00

Hiring Range: $92,589.000 - $116,307.000

Most applicants' offers will fall within this hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and alignment with the role's needs.

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Join the team that keeps the Tri-Cities moving!

OUR MISSION

Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) provides exceptional and cost-effective transportation services that consistently exceed customer expectations while promoting the principles and practices of livable communities and sustainable development.

OUR VALUES

We value customer service, collaboration, diversity, fiscal accountability, innovation, sustainability, and safety. Employees and representatives of BFT are expected to uphold our values and mission.

NATURE OF POSITION

The Safety Manager is responsible for overseeing the Agency's safety programs and ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This position provides leadership and direction to Safety Specialists, supports the development and implementation of safety initiatives, and works collaboratively across the Agency to promote a proactive culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee investigation of incidents, accidents, and work-related injuries, including accident investigation, accident reports, accident files, and accident register, and follow up with the claims office and adjusters as necessary. Typically determines fault or preventability based on the facts identified at the scene. Provides post-accident counseling with drivers.
• Plans, schedules, and conducts monthly safety meetings based on company safety training goals and objectives. Set up regular accident review committees to determine the preventability of accidents. Responds to appeals from drivers.
• Provides various reports and analyses, including safety trends. Develops cost-saving recommendations. Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
• Responsible for reporting and compliance for all safety programs including but not limited to: Accident Prevention Program (APP), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), Hazard-Communications, Emergency Preparedness, and other Employee Safety and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) programs.
• Monitor health and safety legislative and regulatory changes; evaluate implications for Agency policies, programs, and operations; recommend changes to ensure compliance.
• Oversee and manage security and emergency preparedness programs.
• Ensure Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) compliance for transit vehicle safety; document the annual Bureau of Labor and Statistics survey (year-end); assist with Occupational and Industrial Safety in response to investigations.
• Manage investigative process and document root cause analysis of accidents and injuries; ensure thorough accident investigations are conducted and documented.
• Evaluate safety data and analyze trends. Recommend or implement and communicate actions to mitigate and reduce injuries and accidents; integrate these actions into safety SOPs and practices.
• Oversees successful completion of audits including those conducted by agency staff and by state and federal regulatory agencies.
• May be required to perform work outside of regular business hours.
• Work with and maintain confidential information.
• Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance.
• Attend all meetings as required.
• All other tasks as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations, including OSHA requirements and industry best practices.
• Knowledge of accident investigation, root cause analysis, safety programs, emergency preparedness, and risk management.
• Skill in analyzing safety data, identifying trends, and developing corrective and preventive actions.
• Skill in conducting safety training, meetings, audits, and accident reviews.
• Skill in supervising and providing direction to safety staff.
• Ability to interpret regulations and develop, implement, and maintain compliant safety policies and programs.
• Ability to effectively investigate and document accidents, incidents, and workplace injuries.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, management, regulatory agencies, and external partners.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, manage multiple priorities, and respond effectively to safety-related situations.
• Knowledge of WISHA and workplace safety requirements.

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Collaboration: Shares time and knowledge with others; adjusts priorities as circumstances dictate; follows through on commitments, accepts responsibility for actions, resolves interpersonal conflicts constructively.
• Diversity: Demonstrates an awareness and respect of cultural and individual values. Treats all people with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
• Fiscal Accountability: Actively contributes to the productivity of the agency;