Specialist Regulatory Affairs

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Reporting to the Manager, Regulatory Affairs, the successful candidate will provide subject matter expertise and interpretation on US and Canadian safety and security regulatory requirements related to railway operations so that CPKC can meet regulatory compliance while mitigating impacts to Operations. This will include actively working with all internal departments, including operations managers and field personnel, as well as representing CPKC with various regulatory agencies in the US and Canada to respond to regulatory inquiries and oversight.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Liaise between various CPKC internal departments and federal government/regulatory agencies in the US and Canada to respond to regulatory matters, including accident investigations and regulatory findings, such as violations, safety advisories, and letters of non-compliance within deadlines
• Work with internal departments to develop appropriate responses related to the safety and security of all Operations functions (Train Operations & Dispatching; Engineering; Mechanical), including obtaining relevant approvals and filing responses within required timelines to requests from government/regulatory agencies
• Manage assigned regulatory responses so that filing, deadlines, and retention requirements are met
• Provide regulatory support, subject expertise, and interpretations to internal stakeholders on existing safety and security regulations in the US and Canada including:
• US: 49 CFR Transportation (Sections 200-299 Federal Railroad Administration; 800-899 National Transportation Safety Board; 1500-1699 Transportation Security Administration); OSHA
• Canada: Regulations and rules under the Railway Safety Act, Transportation Safety Board Act and Part II of the Canada Labour Code
• Perform scheduled and adhoc reporting for CPKC internal stakeholders
• Assist in the improvement of internal regulatory affairs’ processes and documentation management to ensure efficiency and consistency
• Prepare and coordinate formal applications with regulatory agencies for relief from regulatory requirements (e.g. waivers, exemptions, petitions) to overcome regulatory hurdles / barriers that impede operational efficiency
• Represent CPKC in various regulatory forums and industry committees in the US and Canada to understand and influence emerging regulatory requirements related to safety, security and operations
• Represent CPKC with federal regulatory agencies (e.g. DOT/FRA; OSHA; DHS/TSA; TC; ESDC; TSB) and industry associations/committees
  
  

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• University degree required
• Preference for candidate with 3-5 years of experience in railroad operations and / or federal regulatory safety and security requirements
• Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external parties
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to effectively handle high volumes of work within tight timelines
• Proficient in MS Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access
• Must be able to travel between the US and Canada
  
  

What Cpkc Has To Offer

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program
  
  

Additional Information

As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check
• Reference check
  
  

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Req ID: 104211

Department: Strategic Planning & Corporate Services

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Type: Non-Union

Location: Kansas City, Missouri (Consideration may be given to other locations on CPKC’s network)

Country: United States

% of Travel: 0-10%

Job Grade: 4

Job Available to: Internal