Transit Safety Manager

MTM Transit•Bakersfield, CA

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About The Position

At MTM Transit, you’re not just part of a team—you’re at the heart of a movement to remove community barriers nationwide. We’re all about breaking the mold with bold ideas, open conversations, and a relentless focus on what matters most: you. Here, collaboration sparks breakthroughs, learning fuels growth, and every voice shapes our future. Together, we thrive, push our limits, and work as team to help you reach your full potential. What will your job look like? The Manager, Safety is responsible for implementing safety as defined by the Leadership of Safety Administration and will ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations, as well as corporate, client guidelines and policies. This position is dependent on the award of contract. Location: Bakersfield, CA

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in a related field
Minimum 3-5 years of transit/paratransit safety management experience
Thorough knowledge of all applicable safety rules, regulations – ADA, FTA and DOT to include all corporate programs
Must possess a valid driver’s license
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and DOT physical and maintain physical throughout employment
Ability to read, write and speak English
Ability to obtain future certifications as defined within the location contract
Ability to communicate effectively and work with all departments
Ability to work independently and objectively
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Ability to effectively delegate tasks and provide appropriate supervision and follow up to department staff
Familiar with windows-based computer operating systems and Microsoft Office packages
Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
Regular attendance is required

Nice To Haves

Experience in managing a Union environment preferred
CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsements preferred

Responsibilities

Manage a consistent safety culture that incorporates various departments, such as operations, safety and maintenance
Oversee Corporate Safety Incentives and programs effectively and consistently, including assignment of Safety Points
Implement and support the company and client’s safety management system (SMS) safety plan and initiatives
Manage and monitor the FTA’s drug and alcohol DAMIS reporting requirements
Monitor and support all location insurance claims activities to ensure effective communication with claimants, to help control claims costs and support claims closure
Lead and support the local safety committee and SMS Ambassador group
Oversees the locations worker compensation program to ensure compliance and effectively reduce/eliminate claims
Promote employee self-responsibility to achieve all safety goals
Ensures all new hires meet minimum qualifications for each division including, background and DMV checks
Ensure all safety manuals, programs and policies and practices are current and meet the needs of the operating divisions; updating as appropriate
Successfully complete all related audits including those conducted by the Company, the Client, internal staff members, and state and federal regulatory agencies
Review, determine and respond to all vehicular, passenger and employee accidents/incidents, indicating the cause and preventability, identifying potential trends to be addressed in future training efforts
Provide functional expertise in safety regarding hiring of safety department employees
Collaborate with local Leadership to deliver comprehensive safety meetings and plans
Act as the location drug program manager, ensuring compliance of FTA/DOT regulations
Other duties as assigned