Chief Safety & Security Officer

TriMet • Suite 700, OR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Safety & Security Officer has the overall responsibility for TriMet's safety and security programs, including environmental and emergency preparedness. This position is accountable for the overall identification, reduction, and prevention of risk in order to ensure a safe working environment for employees, and a safe transit experience for passengers. This position will serve as a good steward of TriMet by regularly utilizing our transit system to maintain a strong and current understanding of customers' experiences and of TriMet's product and service offerings. They will provide recommendations to ensure a safe and dependable customer experience in our transit system. The incumbent must have the ability to work any days, hours, or shifts as required by the District. They must be available to respond to emergencies and be on-call 24/7 as it relates to Safety & Security. Ensure a commitment to safety through consistent and professional behaviors in performance of job requirements. Safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work. Perform related duties as required. Serve as a good steward of TriMet and maintain a strong and current understanding of customers’ experiences and of TriMet’s product and service offerings. Reliable in-person attendance is an essential function of all positions. TriMet is an in-person first organization, with a strong emphasis on in-person collaboration, customer service, and safe and efficient operations. Some positions may be able to work up to two days remotely depending on department policy, business needs, and manager discretion.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree is required.
• A minim um of twelve (12) years total credited experience.
• Twelve (12) years of experience with well-developed safety management systems, emergency preparedness, health & safety, and environmental safety in a large public or private organization are required.
• Five (5) years of experience in transportation operations, emergency management, law enforcement, or safety and security experience are required.
• Five (5) years of management experience at an executive/senior level in the public or private sector that is directly related to organizational and public safety are required.
• Must enroll in the Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Program within 30 days and complete applicable training requirements and recertify in the PTSCTP as required by the FTA.
• Or any equivalent combination of training or experience.

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor's Degree in Risk Management, Public Safety, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Law Enforcement, Homeland Security, Safety, or Health and Safety is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement proactive strategies, practices, and resource allocation methodologies to ensure the safety and security of TriMet’s customers, workforce, and the general public as they interact with the transit system.
• Ensure safety systems and security practices and protocols comply with federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the requirements of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Public Transit Agency Safety Program (PTASP).
• Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work of assigned staff. Assign work activities and coordinate schedules, projects, and programs. Review and evaluate work, engage team members by fostering a positive and productive work environment, and serve as an effective coach to encourage learning and achieve a high level of performance.
• Research, resolve and manage labor relations issues in compliance with the applicable provisions of TriMet/ATU labor agreements.
• Direct the development, administration, implementation, and integration of system-wide safety and security plans, risk assessments, and loss prevention programs, including PTASP, FTA mandated Safety Management Plans required for all New Start Projects; Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) Rail Division, procedures and practices.
• Manage, coordinate, communicate, and obtain required approvals for the Engineering & Construction Division from State Safety Oversight (ODOT Rail Division), FRA, and FTA, including the Safety Certification necessary for appropriate Full Funding Grant Agreements, and FTA’s designated Project Management Oversight Consultant.
• Provide leadership over the Safety Department and to management and technical personnel engaged in specified safety and security project activities, which may include design, coordination, and implementation of training programs for personnel regarding the nature and application of system safety policies and procedures.
• Act as liaison with regional law enforcement agencies.
• Manage multiple Intergovernmental agreements related to the Transit Police Division and work closely with the Commander of the Transit Police Division to maximize resources to achieve TriMet’s security objectives.
• Represent TriMet with regard to issues of safety and security with governmental agencies, funding agencies, and/or the general public. May represent TriMet at various community and/or business meetings.
• Oversee the development and management of the agency’s system security and emergency plans, such as the emergency management, emergency disaster, and business recovery planning process and plans.
• Manage the security training for TriMet employees and emergency management training for TriMet employees and emergency responders.
• Develop, control, monitor, and approve budgets and operational forecasts for department/division, including capital expenditures, labor resources, and materials and supplies (M&S); accountable for monitoring own department. Identifies opportunities for containing costs, and may be responsible for increasing revenue. Accountability for budget includes direct reports’ monitoring.

Benefits

• Salary offers will be determined by a candidate's education, training and relevant experience.
• For transparency, we choose to list the full available grade range, however, TriMet's salary administration process will ultimately determine the final salary offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive