Salary: $151,234.72 - $241,371.31 Annually
Location : Plantation, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 1412437
Department: Transp Capital Programs
Opening Date: 06/25/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Veterans' Preference Notice: Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
***Special instructions for the application process are included below***
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners Transportation Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief Safety and Security Officer.
The Community
Bordering Southeast Florida's Atlantic coastline, Broward County is the seventeenth most populous county in the nation and the second largest in the state of Florida. Home to over 1.9 million people, Broward County is located between Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties, forming the center of South Florida's largest metropolitan area in which 6.1 million people reside. Within the County's approximate 1,200 square miles are 31 municipalities, the largest of which is the county seat, Fort Lauderdale. About two-thirds of Broward County is part of the undeveloped Everglades conservation area.
Broward County boasts 23 miles of pristine Atlantic coastline, and its beaches attract both the local population as well as tourists from around the world. With an average year-round temperature of 76 degrees, Broward County has a tropical climate and is a choice destination for over nineteen million visitors every year. Broward County's warm climate, demographic diversity, robust and expanding economy, top-rated schools, colleges and universities, cutting-edge healthcare, and an advanced transportation system afford its residents an exceptional quality of life. Broward offers world-class dining, high-quality theater, cosmopolitan nightlife, and premium shopping venues, as well as an abundance of recreational activities such as golf, pickleball, soccer, deep-sea fishing, boating and vast opportunities for fun on the beach.
The Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is in Broward County and is less than two miles from Port Everglades where most major cruise lines use as a homeport. Among Broward County's abundant retail shopping options is Sawgrass Mills, the largest one-story value retail shopping mall in the United States. For the sports enthusiast, Broward County is home to the National Hockey League's Florida Panthers, while the National Basketball Association's Miami Heat, the Major League Baseball's Miami Marlins, and the National Football League's Miami Dolphins are just a short drive or quick train ride away.
The County Government
The Broward County government was established under Charter in 1975 as a home-rule government. The County has a Council/Manager form of government. The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is composed of nine members, elected every two years for four-year staggered terms. Commissioners are voted to the position by their district constituents through partisan elections. The Mayor and Vice-Mayor are Commission members annually elected by the Commission for one-year terms. The Commission appoints the County Administrator, the County Attorney, and the County Auditor.
The County Administrator serves as the Chief Executive Officer and manages the County's seven major operating departments: Transportation, Aviation, Resilient Environment, Finance and Administrative Services, Human Services, Port Everglades, and Public Works; eight offices and three divisions, which all together comprise over 70 lines of business. The County has nearly 7,000 employees and eight organized bargaining units. The County budget for FY24 is $8.69 billion of which $4.7 billion is Operating, $3.18 billion is Capital and $0.81 billion is Debt Service. The budget reflects strategic investments in transit, the seaport and airport, and many other critical services to residents.
Broward County Department of Transportation
The Broward County Transportation Department is comprised of a comprehensive transportation network that ensures the safe, secure and efficient movement of its citizens. The existing public transportation network provides approximately 26 million fixed route and express service bus trips annually, with another 2.1 trips through its Community Shuttle program. In addition, the organization is adding over 200 miles of premium service through its Premium Mobility (PREMO) plan. Under PREMO, BCT is transitioning from a bus only organization to a full multi-modal provider of public transportation with heavy rail, light rail, automated people mover systems, bus rapid transit, and high frequency bus service thus reducing the reliance on single-occupancy vehicles and helping to alleviate traffic congestion. The integration of these premium public transportation services will ensure seamless connectivity between bus services and other transit options.
BCT works closely with federal, state, and local governments, regional agencies and the community at large to address transportation needs and priorities. Moving forward BCT will have an enhanced level of long-term planning and coordination with the numerous government organizations, such as: the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Florida Department of Transportation State Safety Oversight Office and the Broward County Metropolitan Planning Organization. By leveraging federal, state, and local funding, the department is able to implement innovative solutions and infrastructure improvements, enhancing the overall quality of life for Broward County residents.
The Position
BCT is seeking to fill the position of Chief Safety and Security Officer (CSSO). This is an executive leadership position. The incumbent will advise the Chief Executive Officer/General Manager on strategic safety, security, and emergency management issues, and resolutions. The CSSO will review and analyze policies, procedures and practices and work with key stakeholders for recommendations/assistance. The CSSO will be well versed in industry standards and stay abreast of current best practices. Both internal and external customer service is paramount and special focus must be placed on key performance indicators (KPI's), trends, and responses. It is critical that the CSSO develop productive, collaborative relationships with Broward County leaders, Transportation Department leaders, Union representatives, employees, customers, and the community. The CSSO must manage in a manner that ensures BCT the safety and security of employees, customers and the community at large.
The CSSO is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe and secure environment for employees, customers, and the public through the development, oversight, and direction of security and safety policies and procedures and programming. This CSSO is also responsible for the implementation of the Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan. This position will have oversight of accidents/collisions, provide risk assessments, and implement corrective actions. The CSSO will assess the current safety and security policies and protocols and make corrective recommendations in all areas of Broward County Transportation. The CSSO will track KPI's, analyze trends, and formulate strategy for improvement. The incumbent must have detailed knowledge of bus, rail, paratransit, non-revenue vehicle transportation modes and policies/ requirements/best practices for safety and security. Local, state, and federal laws must be followed. The CSSO assures that required reporting is timely and accurate and all security and safety guidelines and manuals are current. The incumbent will utilize the safety and security team to develop and maintain comprehensive policies, procedures, and protocols for Broward County Transportation. The CSSO must be able to respond to critical incidents 24/7.
The CSSO works under limited direct supervision, leading the development and implementation of programs within organizational policies and reports major activities directly to the Department Director through verbal, written, and virtual communications. Oversight of the development of employee and customer safety plans, security plans and policies and procedures are an important responsibility, along with updates as best practices and/or as local, state, federal laws mandate.
The CSSO advises and coordinates with all Broward County Transportation (BCT) sections to ensure safety and security measures are accessible and employees are trained, assuring compliance with all transit agency requirements, local, state, federal laws, and environmental protocols. Regular unannounced inspections must be performed to audit safety and security compliance, including feedback and recommendations to assigned leadership along with keeping inspection records. Also provides training to all BCT staff related to safety and security. Responds to employee concerns related to safety and security. Responds to BCT customer concerns related to safety and security.
The CSSO establishes and maintains effective communication, liaison, and cooperative relationships with local, state, and federal governmental agencies, safety committees, labor unions, and transit associations.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on experience developing and managing the safety, security, and emergency management programs for a modern large metropolitan public transportation system. They are a well-versed leader with the proven capability to drive organizational alignment, maximize resources, execute short and long-term goals and provide world-class service to a diverse audience.
The position requires that the leader has experience in negotiating change both internally and externally and can quickly adapt to the constantly evolving and competitive transportation industry. The CSSO must be secure working in a government environment and in a climate of total transparency. The selected candidate will be an expert in overseeing policy, safety management systems, planning, legislative and regulatory affairs, as well as environmental sustainability, performance, and efficiency imperatives. Additionally, the selected candidate will be comfortable partnering with local, state, and federal agencies. Furthermore, the selected candidate should also have knowledge on the National Public Transportation Safety Plan, Florida Statute 14-90 and the Florida Department of Transportation Fixed Guideway program standards. Knowledge of "Just Culture" is an area the successful candidate should have direct experience with along with safety management systems and best practices for safety and security risk management. The successful candidate should be familiar with data mining, management and analytics including risk mitigation, hazard analysis and threat assessment. This candidate needs to also be experienced in emergency management, industrial hygiene, job hazard risk reduction, community outreach, public speaking and presentations, the ability to work with media as well as local and state politics, along with practical knowledge on how to reduce verbal and physical confrontations.
Knowledge of the implementation of federal and state security program plans is extremely valuable and emergency & disaster planning experience is an important attribute as well. FEMA training would also be beneficial.
The ideal candidate excels in building relationships, finding innovative solutions, and developing existing and emerging solutions that fit today's safety, security, and emergency management model while serving as a visionary leader. The CSSO is an architect and sound advisor in the future development of the County's Transportation infrastructure and investments. The ideal candidate will lead the charge towards creative initiatives to develop a State-of-the Art program of safety and security.
Education, Experience & Certifications
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with major course work in safety systems management, engineering, organizational dynamics, industrial hygiene, consumer behavior, technology or a closely related field is required. The Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Program (PTSCTP) or ability to acquire within 12 months of hire is required. A master's degree in one of these fields along with ten (10) years of experience in safety and security with FTA, OSHA, FRA, Aviation, Homeland Security, etc. is preferred. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
Six (6) years progressively responsible experience is required in administration and management of one of the following areas: public transit, transportation, project management, technology, heavy-infrastructure, logistics or closely related experience. Experience related to the FTA Transit Safety and Security Certification and the FTA Project Management Oversight process for federally funded projects is preferred.
Preference for candidate with certifications from the Transportation Safety Institute (TSI), the World Safety Organization (WSO), and the American Society of Industrial Security (ASIS).
Compensation and Benefits
The annual salary range for this position is $151,234 to $241,371. The starting salary will be based upon the knowledge and experience of the individual selected. The State of Florida does not have a state income tax. The County's benefits include:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Employees have the choice of two retirement plans: the traditional pension plan with eight years of vesting or the investment plan with one year of vesting.
• Deferred Compensation - The County offers a voluntary 457 plan offered through three providers: Mission Square, Brighthouse Financial, and Nationwide Retirement Solutions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Eligible health expenses and dependent care accounts.
• Health Savings Accounts - When you elect either of the High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) and you and your enrolled spouse/domestic partner (if applicable) complete the County's 2024 Engagement Incentive, Broward County will contribute to your Health Savings Account.
• Vacation and Sick Leave - Leave is accrued biweekly for vacation and sick time; annualized at two weeks of vacation and 12 days of sick time; additionally, 40 hours of job basis leave is granted annually for employees exempt from overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Holidays - Eleven (11) holidays and two (2) personal days.
• Insurance Coverage - The County offers a variety of benefit plans that employees can purchase including Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Long Term Disability, and Pre-paid Legal. The County subsidizes enrollment in Health and provides a waiver credit if applicable.
• Life Insurance - The County offers $50,000 of group term life insurance. Employees can purchase additional life insurance for themselves and their dependents and spouse/domestic partner.
• Additional Benefits - Access to Credit Union, Employee Development and Personal Income Protection Plans are available.

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HOW TO APPLY
Please apply immediately at:
For questions and inquiries, please contact:
David McDonald
Phone: (562) 901-0769 x335
Email:
Sherrill Uyeda
Phone: (562) 901-0769 x331
Email:
Alliance Resource Consulting LLC
1 Centerpointe Drive, Suite 440
La Palma, CA 90623
Telephone: (562) 901-0769
www.allianceRC.com
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WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
None
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Competencies

• Financial Acumen
• Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. Provides rich and rigorous forecasts of the financial implications of ideas and opportunities. Makes well-balanced decisions regarding expenditures that take into account multiple considerations.
• Manages Complexity
• Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Offers penetrating questions to help others get to the heart of complex situations and find strong solutions. Uses a range of inputs to fully understand and solve problems.
• Balances Stakeholders
• Anticipates and balances the needs of multiple stakeholders. Shares stakeholder feedback while inspiring others to consistently seek input and learn from their internal and external stakeholders. Promotes an environment of high ethical standards and cross-cultural sensitivity in working with all stakeholders.
• Strategic Mindset
• Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies. Keeps up to date on current and future industry trends and market forces and considers these when making decisions. Clearly identifies and prioritizes efforts and initiatives to have the greatest strategic impact on the organization.
• Plans and Aligns
• Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Makes nimble plans accounting for a range of risks and contingencies. Achieves greater cohesion, integration, and alignment between own group and other areas. Both persistent in adversity and nimble in change.
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Encourages and rewards continuous improvement and quality outcomes. Equips others to handle day-to-day tasks effectively on their own. Integrates systems to improve quality and service.
• Ensures Accountability
• Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Helps team hold each other accountable for goals, adherence to policies and procedures. Tracks team metrics and milestones, redirecting effort, as necessary, for continued progress.
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people. Takes time to build rapport in meetings; speaks about common interests and priorities; shows tact and sensitivity in difficult interpersonal situations. Maintains productive relationships with a wide variety of people and from a range of backgrounds.
• Builds Effective Teams
• Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Mentors others on how to build effective teams; takes actions to correct dysfunctional teams. Ensures that the team has the right mix of skills; leverages individual strengths effectively.
• Drives Vision and Purpose
• Paints a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action. Makes the vision real for others and encourages people to buy in; paints an engaging and illuminating picture of future possibilities for the team. Gives people an understanding of how their efforts and contributions make a positive difference.
• Situational Adaptability
• Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Is a powerful role model for adaptability; adeptly shifts approach and helps others do the same. Can be both persistent and flexible, as needed. Helps others adapt swiftly to new situations.

County Core Values
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20 benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount.