Director of Safety

The Safety Director is responsible for overseeing and implementing safety programs and procedures

for Palmer Bus Service, as well as Claims Management and Risk Management Assessment. They will

ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and standards and work closely with

management and staff to promote a culture of safety throughout the organization. The Safety Director

will also be responsible for investigating reporting any safety incidents or accidents and developing

delivering safety training programs for employees.

Responsibilities for the Director of Safety:

It is essential that you be available, flexible, adaptable, and team-oriented, as you must be able to

fulfill all the following requirements:

1. Develop and implement safety policies, procedures, and programs for Palmer Bus Service.

2. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations and standards.

3. Conduct regular safety inspections of vehicles, facilities, and equipment to identify and

address any potential hazards or safety issues.

4. Investigate and report safety incidents, accidents, and near misses, and implement effective

solutions to prevent future occurrences.

5. Develop and deliver safety related training programs for employees, including: driver training,

emergency response procedures, safe loading and unloading practices, and risk assessment.

6. Maintain accurate records of all claims, incidents, safety inspections, job hazard assessments,

and training activities.

7. Stay up to date with industry best practices and emerging safety trends and make

recommendations for continuous improvement.

8. Collaborate with management and staff to promote a culture of safety and ensure that safety

is a top priority throughout the organization.

9. Serve as the primary point of contact for safety-related inquiries and concerns from employees

and regulatory agencies.

10. Analyze incident reports, metrics, and injury case studies in order to institute changes that

lead to a safer environment.

Qualifications for the Director of Safety:

1. Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Transportation Management, or a related

field (is preferred).

2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a safety management role (preferably in the

transportation industry).

3. In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations and standards.

4. Strong understanding of school bus operations and the unique safety considerations

associated with transporting students.

5. Possesses strong leadership skills to effectively guide and inspire the team towards a culture

of safety.

6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively train and

educate employees at all levels of the organization.

7. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify and address safety

hazards and risks.

8. Possesses strong crisis management skills and ability to coordinate appropriate responses.

9. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities

and deadlines.

10. Has experience working closely with insurance agents in organizing and maintaining claims.

11. Has the ability to work independently in order to maintain accurate and current records in

accordance with guidelines.

12. Has a strong understanding of risk management principles and is able to develop strategies to

mitigate potential risks.

13. Familiarity with safety related technologies, telematics systems and driver monitoring tools.

14. Has a mindset of continuous improvement and a passion for safety.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job

include:

? Able to schedule and set priorities for work to be accomplished.

? Working knowledge of phones, computers, and electronic data processing to include Google

Drive and Internet experience.

? Written and verbal communication skills, and customer service skills are essential.

? Able to deal with problems and find solutions.

? Proficient reading, writing, grammar, and mathematics skills.

? Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

? Able to interact / communicate successfully with personnel at all levels

? Able to work through demanding situations in a fast-paced environment.

? Self-starter with proven organizational, and problem-solving skills.

? Able to work in an organized manner while handling multiple tasks.

? Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

? Able to exercise confidentiality, tact, diplomacy, and independent judgment in performance of duties.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It

is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform

all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Benefits include but not limited to:

Medical

Dental

401K

Phone

Computer

Vehicle for company use

Life Insurance