Transit Systems Safety Supervisor

Definition

Under direction, the Transit Systems Safety Supervisor plans, directs, organizes, coordinates, and supervises the activities of the Transit Systems Safety Unit.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This single position class is responsible for the performance of duties and supervision of staff involved with the identification, evaluation, and mitigation of public and industrial safety risks associated with bus operations, light rail operations, and light rail construction. This class also administers the Bus and Rail System Safety Program Plans.

Classification Bargaining Unit: AFSCME
Typical Tasks

• Directs, coordinates, and ensures the effective operations of the functions of the Transit Systems Safety Unit;
• Selects, supervises, trains, motivates, and disciplines staff;
• Supervises the design and implementation of all VTA bus and rail safety programs to ensure safe operating and working environments;
• Participates in rail activation planning and implementation;
• Administers and oversees the Bus System Safety plan;
• Oversees the Rail System Safety plan and annual system audits;
• Manages the VTA Emergency Operations Plan and the Business Recovery Plan;
• Supervises VTA safety personnel and construction safety consultants;
• Supervises rail construction safety programs, including plan review, site safety plans, and construction contract safety enforcement;
• Coordinates rail safety certification for VTA with Rail Design & Construction, Operations, and Facilities Construction staff;
• Develops and controls unit budget;
• Prepares and presents a variety of reports, correspondence and other documents;
• Performs related duties as required.

Employment Standards

Sufficient training, education, and experience in developing and managing bus and/or rail safety programs to demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Development of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is typically obtained through training and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in safety or a related field, and four years of increasing responsible experience developing and managing safety programs, including experience in bus/rail safety, and demonstrated supervisory experience. Experience with construction safety and Emergency Response Plans is desirable.
Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of administration, organization, supervision, fiscal management, and program development;
• Bus and rail systems safety;
• Bus and rail transit operations and management;
• Applicable state, federal, and local policies, laws, and regulations governing rail transit systems;
• Principles, practices, and procedures pertaining to the operation of a large and complex multi-modal transportation system;
• Cal OSHA requirements for industrial safety, including construction safety;
• California Public Utilities Commission requirements and process for rail safety certification.

Ability to:

• Design, implement, and evaluate the bus and rail construction safety programs;
• Supervise, train, evaluate, motivate, and discipline employees;
• Analyze situations, identify problems, recommend solutions, and evaluate the outcome;
• Comply with bus/rail operations and industrial health and safety regulations;
• Interpret and apply applicable state, federal, and local policies, laws, and regulations;
• Monitor developments and legislation related to assigned area of responsibility; evaluate impact on VTA's operations and recommend and implement policy and procedure improvements;
• Manage the Rail System Safety Program Plan annual audit;
• Collaborate with the Rail Design & Construction and Operations Divisions in the preparation and submittal of Rail Safety Certifications to the California Public Utilities Commission;
• Operate personal computers and common software applications;
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Prepare clear and comprehensive administrative reports;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

General Instructions
 
Please read this entire job announcement before applying for the position. Print and keep a copy of this announcement so that you can refer to it. Questions not answered within this job announcement may be sent to personnel@vta.org.

To ensure consideration, completed applications must be submitted online to the Human Resources department by the stated closing time and date posted. When the stated closing date is “continuous,” apply immediately; the position may close without notice.
 
You will receive an immediate email confirming receipt of your submitted application. If you do not receive this email, contact NEOGOV's Applicant Assistance Line at (855) 524-5627 between 8:00AM to 5:00PM (PST) Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Only on-line applications will be accepted for this recruitment (paper applications or resumes will not be accepted). Job Interest Notification Cards, or copies of previous, partial, or un-submitted applications, are not an acceptable substitute to a completed application.

ALL APPLICATION AND TESTING NOTIFICATIONS WILL BE SENT BY E-MAIL. Applicants should select e-mail as the preferred method of notification. Candidates must maintain an up-to-date, valid and reliable e-mail address. Candidates are also responsible for maintaining up-to-date phone numbers and addresses on their on-line account. Due to the number of applications received, candidates must check their application status through their on-line account. Contact NeoGov for assistance if needed.
 
Information on how to apply for jobs at the VTA is available on the VTA Employment website and from the NEOGOV's Applicant Assistance Line (855) 524-5627. NeoGov Applicant support is available from 8:00AM to 5:00PM (PST) Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
 
Americans with Disabilities Act Accommodations
 
The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities.  If you wish to request an accommodation, please click here.
 
Application Processing Information
 
All related current and past work experience (including VTA experience) must be listed and fully described in the Work Experience section of the application ("See Resume" is not acceptable). Incomplete or improperly completed online applications may be rejected even if you are qualified for the position for which you are applying. It is your responsibility to ensure that the online application reflects the work experience and education needed to meet the requirements for the position you are applying for. Although your resume may have all your experience and education details, please make sure to complete each section of the online application to ensure that your information is accurately captured during our screening process.
 
Important: Proof of Education, either as a copy of a diploma or transcript, is required to verify all educational units listed on your application. Official transcripts are not necessary. Copies of diplomas, degrees, transcripts, or foreign transcript evaluations must be attached to the submitted application as a pdf.
 
Note: Failure to provide all of the required documents in the appropriate format (pdf ONLY), and properly labeled as shown in the example (for example: Smith_J BS Diploma), will result in the application being rejected as incomplete. No exceptions will be made.
 
Note: Applicants holding degrees or credentials from outside the United States who are using these qualifications exclusively to qualify for a position are required to provide a foreign transcript evaluation as a pdf and properly labeled as shown above. Failure to provide a foreign transcript evaluation will result in the application being rejected as incomplete. No exceptions will be made.
 
All applications are subject to review as to meeting minimum qualifications at any point in the recruitment process. Passing any step is no guarantee of continuation if it is determined that the applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the class specification.
 
Candidates found to have exaggerated/falsified their qualifications, experience, training, and/or education may be disqualified at any point in the recruitment process and may be denied future employment with the VTA.
 
If selected for the position, candidates will be required to complete a criminal conviction disclosure form. Candidates who successfully become VTA employees, and fail to disclose any of the criminal background information as required may be subject to discipline up to and including discharge.
 
Eligible Lists typically remain in effect for six (6) months. However, Human Resources may abolish Eligible Lists at any time during the six (6) month period. Human Resources may extend eligible Lists for up to two (2) years. Eligible Lists may be used for more than one recruitment. If you have questions related to an Eligible List you might be on or were on, you should contact Human Resources.

If you have questions regarding your status as an applicant for this position, please call the Human Resources Department at (408) 321-5575 or email at Personnel@vta.org.

VTA is an equal employment opportunity employer. VTA does not and will not tolerate discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age, ancestry, color, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, national origin, immigration status, political affiliation, race, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, medical condition, disabled veteran or veteran status, etc.

Salary : $105,717 - $128,525