Safety Officer-Operational Systems, Safety Risk Management (9069)

Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 79,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading transportation authority as a Safety Officer, focusing on operational safety and risk management. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, assessing risks, and applying hazard management strategies to enhance workplace safety in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Generous vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Free SEPTA Transportation Pass

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience in System Safety, Transportation Operations or Management.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and strong technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Acts as key contributor to Safety Management System ensuring compliance.
• Supports implementation of Safety Risk Management processes.
• Investigates safety events and conducts root cause analyses.

Skills

Safety Management

Risk Assessment

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

USDOT Transportation Institute Transit Safety and Security Program certificate

Federal Transit Administration Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Program Certification

Tools

Salesforce

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Safety Officer-Operational Systems, Safety Risk Management (9069)

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The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth-largest transportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a 2,200-square-mile service region. SEPTA is at the forefront of innovation in the transit industry, ensuring reliable and efficient services while driving economic growth in the Philadelphia region.

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We are seeking to hire candidates for our Safety Officer-Operational Systems, Safety Risk Management (9069).

Opening Date: 06/09/2025

Closing Date: 06/23/2025

Job Grade: SAM 40

Salary Range: $79,534.00-$99,424.00

Overall Description

The Safety Officer will coordinate and cooperate with all levels of Authority management and collective bargaining unit employees to provide expert assistance toward identifying, assessing, and prioritizing line management’s prevention of safety, health, and environmental hazards. The Safety Officer must be able to satisfy rigorous and demanding work schedules, which include non-traditional working hours (nights and weekends), and short-term deadlines.

The Safety Officer’s work effort will be concentrated in one of the five (5) primary specialty areas; Operational Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Safety, Accident Prevention and Investigation, and/or Safety Regulatory Compliance. To maintain a diverse and broad level of subject matter expertise that is needed to perform all the Division’s responsibilities, the required expertise and responsibilities will vary for each hire and be based on the current status of vacancies and needs of the division.

Based on the vacancies and needs of the Division. The Safety Officer will be required to be experienced in one of these five (5) areas and would be expected to perform functions based on the specific responsibilities selected for the position at that time and identified in the job posting. The Chief Safety Officer, Deputy Chief Safety Officer, System Safety and/or the Department Director will make this determination of what responsibilities are required based on the current staffing needs at the time of posting.

Specific Responsibilities

• Acts as a key contributor to SEPTA’s Safety Management System (SMS), ensuring compliance with 49 CFR Part 673 and alignment with the organization’s safety objectives.
• Supports the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of SEPTA’s Safety Risk Management (SRM) processes, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and risk mitigation.
• Serves as a liaison between the System Safety Division, other departments, safety committees, and external regulatory agencies to ensure a cohesive approach to managing safety risks.
• Provides technical expertise to SEPTA staff and stakeholders on hazard identification, risk analysis methodologies (MIL-STD 882), and mitigation strategies to promote a proactive safety culture.
• Collects and tracks hazards identified through various intake methods, including SEPTA’s employee safety reporting program, operations reporting, public feedback, and regulatory data.
• Evaluates hazards identified through operational activities, safety assurance findings, and system changes such as capital projects, engineering modifications, or rule changes.
• Maintains and updates the Salesforce-based hazard log, ensuring all hazards are accurately assessed for probability/severity, documented, categorized, and prioritized for the application of appropriate controls.
• Supports the development of corrective action plans (CAPs) for hazards classified as unacceptable, working with the responsible departments to implement effective mitigations.
• Monitors mitigation performance and ensures compliance with SMS requirements by leveraging safety data from the Safety Assurance and Safety Data & Statistics teams.
• Assists in the investigation of safety events, conducts root cause analyses and documents findings in accordance with SEPTA and regulatory standards. Collaborates with internal stakeholders to develop recommendations and corrective action plans to mitigate hazards identified in the investigation process.
• Prepares and submits required reports and updates to regulatory entities, including monthly hazard log reviews and progress updates on corrective actions.
• Assists in implementing and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, including PennDOT SSOA and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) programs.
• Duties may be required on a 24/7 basis, with a varying work schedule as required.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

Safety Risk Management Specialist

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Safety Management, Operations Management, Emergency Management, Transportation, Business Management, Quality Management, Systems Management, or related field; five (5) years’ experience in System Safety, Transportation Operations or Maintenance, Project Management, or Engineering.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education (one year of formal education equating to two years of work experience) may be considered in lieu of the above requirements.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Experience in operations in the Public Transportation Industry preferred.
• USDOT Transportation Institute Transit (TSI) Safety and Security Program (TSSP- Rail and/or TSSP-Bus) certificate.
• Federal Transit Administration Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Program Certification (PTSCTP).
• Knowledge of Military Standard 882, identification of safety hazards and mitigation.
• Experience in Transit Safety and Security.
• Knowledge of the FTA Safety and Security Certification Handbook.
• Must demonstrate the ability to pursue/perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must have excellent verbal and strong technical writing skills.
• PC experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint required.
  
  

Why Join Our Team? Enjoy Outstanding Benefits!

Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage – Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with little to no employee premiums.

Retirement Security – Participate in a Defined Benefit Pension Plan and a 457B Deferred Compensation Plan to build your financial future.

Work-Life Balance – Enjoy paid parental leave, generous vacation time, and paid holidays to recharge and spend time with loved ones.

Employee Wellness – Access wellness programs and resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Invest in Your Growth – We offer tuition reimbursement to support your education and career advancement.

Student Loan Assistance – Our positions qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, helping you manage and reduce student debt.

Free Travel Perks – Receive a FREE SEPTA Transportation Pass, giving you unlimited access to all SEPTA services!

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SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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