Transit Safety & Employee Support Manager

Metropolitan Transportation Authority; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking a proactive Manager of Employee Support and Safety to ensure a safe, compliant work environment across multiple Subways divisions. You will partner with labor unions and regulators, drive safety programs, and oversee audits and incident responses.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Transportation Management, 5 years of professional experience, and 2 years of supervisory experience. On-site work at 130 Livingston St with 7:00 AM–3:00 PM hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Transportation Management or equivalent.
• Five years of professional experience.
• Two years of managerial/supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of NYCT/Subways safety regulations and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Drive Safety Initiatives across four operating divisions with annual goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, labor agreements, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate across Subways divisions, OSS, labor unions, and NYS Department of Labor.
• Investigate accidents, safety complaints, and injury reviews to identify trends.
• Oversee Lockout/Tagout, Job Task Hazard Assessments, and vulnerability assessments.
• Manage Safety SharePoint sites, dashboards, and databases for actions and compliance.
• Head the Safety Audit Team to ensure facility and job-site audits meet targets.
• Develop and update operating procedures, safety directives, and PPE review.

Skills

Safety expertise

Technical know-how

Problem-solving

Industry experience

Communication

Education

Baccalaureate in Transportation Management

Tools

SharePoint

Dashboards

Databases

Job description

Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking a proactive Manager of Employee Support and Safety to ensure a safe, compliant work environment across multiple Subways divisions. You will partner with labor unions and regulators, drive safety programs, and oversee audits and incident responses.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Transportation Management, 5 years of professional experience, and 2 years of supervisory experience. On-site work at 130 Livingston St with 7:00 AM–3:00 PM hours.