Specialist, Safety - Compliance

CapMetro; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CapMetro is seeking a Specialist, Safety – Compliance to support the Safety Management System (SMS) and Occupational Health & Safety programs and ensure regulatory compliance across agency operations. The role focuses on risk management, audits, data collection, reporting, and implementing corrective actions with cross-functional teams.

Experience with CFR 673 and safety management systems is preferred. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in safety, five years of experience, and a valid

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, PM, or related field.
• Five years’ safety, PM or transportation admin experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support Safety Plan with risk management and safety assurance.
• Audit compliance with internal controls and state/federal regs.
• Analyze legislation, advise on actions, and participate in cross-functional teams.
• Perform safety audits and develop new policies.
• Collect data, generate metrics and reports.
• Support hazard management, CAPs, and safety reporting.
• Assist SMS processes and safety concerns.

Skills

CFR 673 knowledge

Safety Management Systems

MS Office / EHS software

Effective communication

Independent worker

Risk assessment

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety or related fields

Tools

EHS data management software

MS Office

Job description

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The Specialist, Safety – Compliance reports to the Manager, Safety Management System (SMS) and Occupational Health & Safety to ensure safety assurance, compliance, and adherence to regulatory requirements by monitoring internal policies and procedures; state and federal regulations; and advising Safety Management on needed actions for CapMetro.

Job Description

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR The Specialist, Safety – Compliance reports to the Manager, Safety Management System (SMS) and Occupational Health & Safety to ensure safety assurance, compliance, and adherence to regulatory requirements by monitoring internal policies and procedures; state and federal regulations; and advising Safety Management on needed actions for CapMetro.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Note: The duties and primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.

• Support all aspects of the agency’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan with focus on Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance.
• Ensure compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation; provide information to the director for approval.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal agencies by monitoring and analyzing existing and new legislation; audit for adherence to requirements; participate in cross-functional teams to advise management on needed actions.
• Ensure compliance by performing standardized audits and recommend new policies and procedures.
• Collect agency data to perform compliance related data analyses, identify trends, and generate key metrics and reporting.
• Generate, coordinate, and deliver appropriate compliance plans to facility staff members.
• Perform quality and safety audits and inspections frequently to identify deficiencies; ensure prompt and appropriate corrective action.
• Support all audits, hazard management process, management of change, employee safety reporting requirements and Corrective Action Plans (CAPS) efforts.
• Support an agency hazard reporting system as part of safety assurance.
• Continually monitor processes to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Maintain incident logs for accurate tracking of claims; compile statistics to prepare trend reports, exposure records, and other various reports.
• Provide detailed reports and statistical data, as required
• Support Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Safety Management Systems (SMS) process by following safety and security policies, considering safety in every action and reporting safety and security concerns.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, Project Management, Business Administration, or other related fields.
• Five (5) years’ work experience in safety, project management, or transportation administration.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Working knowledge CFR 673 and Safety Management Systems a plus.
• Maintain knowledge of current and emerging issues and trends in area of regulatory compliance.
• Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and EHS data management software.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently, self-starter, and motivator.
• Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally.
• Ability to use sound judgement and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information.
• Consistent attendance.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Risk assessment and problem-solving skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is only minimal exposure to unpleasant and/or hazardous working conditions. This position works with multiple project timelines and is responsible for managing employees performing work of a complex nature. Incumbent must have the ability to stand and sit frequently throughout an eight-hour period, reach vertically for overhead use as well as horizontally. Must be able to use a telephone or headset equipment. Incumbents must be able to lift and move material weighing up to 20 lbs., perform work at a computer terminal for 6-8 hours a day, and function in an environment with constant interruptions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions as previously described.

Mobility Status

As a hybrid position, the incumbent is expected to work in the office as needed. There will be access to touchdown/collaboration spaces when on site. Must be in-office for socialization, strategic collaboration, supervision, oversight, and accountability as needed.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

CapMetro is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is not only valued but prioritized. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating a welcoming and diverse environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, pregnancy, age, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. CapMetro makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and organization needs at the time.