SMS Program Development Lead — Safety Systems & Compliance

Regional Transportation District in; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 109,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Transportation District (RTD) is seeking a Manager, Safety Management Systems (SMS) Program Development (Project Management) to lead enterprise-wide safety systems and ensure compliance with FRA, FTA, CPUC, and OSHA standards. This role develops SSPP and PTASP, analyzes safety data, and drives continuous safety improvements across bus and rail programs.

The position requires a engineering-related degree, 5+ years in system safety, 3+ years in leadership, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, System Safety Engineering, Occupational and Industrial Safety Management, or a related field.
• Five+ years in system safety assurance, certification, and reporting with data analysis.
• Three+ years leading or supervising people.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable MVR.

Responsibilities

• Design, deployment, and oversight of enterprise-wide safety management systems.
• Lead initiatives to reduce accidents and injuries and oversee risk management strategies.
• Develop and manage SSPP and PTASP with focus on safety culture.
• Chair safety committees and develop safety performance metrics.

Skills

System safety engineering

Safety management

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Regional Transportation District (RTD) is seeking a Manager, Safety Management Systems (SMS) Program Development (Project Management) to lead enterprise-wide safety systems and ensure compliance with FRA, FTA, CPUC, and OSHA standards. This role develops SSPP and PTASP, analyzes safety data, and drives continuous safety improvements across bus and rail programs.

The position requires a engineering-related degree, 5+ years in system safety, 3+ years in leadership, and a valid driver's license.