Safety Manager

The Safety Manager will be responsible for training, job observations, accident prevention, loss control, audits and regulatory compliance. The manager must be able to produce results through effective process development and safety programs. The Safety Manager will be a hands-on manager helping implement programs and procedures in compliance with State and Federal regulations as well as corporate and client policies.

Job Specific Duties:

• Maintains oversight of classroom instruction, behind the wheel training and all other required training programs for all applicable employees.
• Ensures compliance with all corporate, client, Federal, state, and local policies and procedures.
• Facilitates and manages all driver and monitor monthly, quarterly, and annual retraining’s as required.
• Schedules and supervises annual bus evacuation instruction and drills as required.
• Schedules and coordinates all in-service safety meetings and safety committee meetings.
• Ensures the completion of all safety inspections, including but not limited to, maintenance facilities, offices, off site facilities and company vehicles.
• Provides guidance and direction to training staff to ensure all employees are properly trained in compliance with all company specific requirements as well as all safety-related regulatory requirements, including state school bus standards, OSHA standards, Department of Transportation regulations and Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration regulations.
• Maintains and communicates safety-related policies and procedures to applicable employees, as well as ensures that proper training is conducted and communicated accordingly and ethically.
• Maintains all driver qualification files, training files, personnel files and all other database systems as required by state law and company policy.
• Observes, evaluates and documents driving behavior both internally and externally, performs safety spot checks at school loading zones, and reviews random vehicular footage and GPS reports for safety violations.
• Responds to vehicular collisions and occupational injuries, conducts comprehensive investigations, photographs events, and completes accident and injury report(s) as required.
• Makes determinations regarding cause, fault and retraining as well as makes recommendations to the management team to mitigate future losses.
• Researches and develops alternative routes for emergencies, road closures, adverse weather conditions and all other special service situations.
• Performs safety orientations for all new employees and conducts accident investigation training as required.
• Works with the terminal staff on the driver recruiting program.
• Provides safety performance reports to the Director of Safety, Area Safety Manager and Terminal Manager as required.
• Other job duties as assigned by the Director of Safety, Area Safety Manager and Terminal Manager not specified above.

Basic Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong organization and prioritization abilities
• Team player mentality
• Strong leadership abilities

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Intermediate computer skills with an emphasis on Microsoft office suite.
• The ability and willingness to obtain a CDL with P and S endorsements within 6 months of hire.
• Transportation safety related experience desired.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; Returning military are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the US without restrictions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 3 years (Preferred)
• School bus driver trainer: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CDL B, P, S (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Los Angeles, CA 90012: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000