Fleet Safety/Environmental Compliance/Facility Coordination Manager (Program Manager II, Grade N25)

Montgomery County • 16700 Crabbs Branch Way Derwood MD 20855 USA, MD

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Division of Fleet Management Services is looking for a Fleet Safety/Environmental Compliance/Facility Coordination Manager. This position provides management, oversight and leadership in the areas of Workplace Safety, Environmental Compliance, Facility Maintenance, Facility Project Safety Coordination, Vehicle Warranty Recovery, and Equipment and Maintenance Procurement/Contract Management, in support of the Division’s mission ensuring compliance with Federal, State and County regulations and requirements. This is a complex role as DFMS is a 24/7 operation with three main worksite locations and multiple depots and fuel sites, comprised of over 200 employees. DFMS also houses the nation’s largest transit depot microgrid at a county bus facility, marking a transformative milestone in the County’s transition to a zero-emissions public transportation system. The state-of-the-art project integrates solar power, battery storage, and advanced electric bus charging infrastructure—with future plans for hydrogen production—to deliver clean, reliable energy for the Ride On fleet.

Requirements

• Five (5) years professional experience in fleet operations, safety and/or environmental fields to include extensive knowledge of local, state and federal regulations applicable to fleet operations.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Possession of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant's state of residence.

Nice To Haves

• Experience related to environmental regulations and requirements pertinent to vehicle maintenance operations and facilities management; and federal, state and County laws and regulations related to fleet operations, especially DOT regulations
• Experience in occupational safety and health regulations, standards and policies
• Experience in strategic program and project planning, execution and evaluation; to include development and implementation of policies and procedures
• Experience in the procurement process and contract management
• Experience supervising a team of employees
• Experience using automated systems and tools to store, access and analyze information and data: Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Fleet Management Inventory System

Responsibilities

• Manages facility and building issues, repair coordination, equipment maintenance and procurement, as well as follow-up and oversight related to the solar project and other building renovations and projects.
• Maintains liaison with contractors and other government agencies to plan and design projects; reviews plans or changes and amendments to plans and develops and implements systems for fiscal management of funds.
• Conducts environmental and safety inspections and audits, files environmental reports to regulatory authorities.
• Develops and administers contracts, which may include preparing requests for proposals (RFP's), advertising, reviewing bids and proposals, contract preparation and processing, contract fiscal monitoring, administration of funds, and oversight of contractor performance.
• Reviews and approves Requisitions and Invoices.
• Oversees an effective warranty program which tracks repairs to identify abnormal or premature failures; pursues and tracks warranty recovery claims; ensures manufacturer recall work is completed; identifies vehicle repairs and component parts still under warranty; negotiates disputed warranty claims.
• Manages working relationships with all vendors and manufacturers not only to resolve any warranty issues or manufacture defects but improve communication and service.
• Manages and oversees all employee, vehicle, and shop safety.
• Oversees the training unit and employee training as DFMS transitions to a zero-emissions workplace.
• Manages warranty, forklift, platform lift, safety, and environmental training.
• Works closely with Risk Management and Facilities on daily operational issues, including managing Workers Compensation and CORVEL claim management, MOSH inspections, accident reviews, building and environmental compliance repairs.
• Manages and monitors AED’s, driving records of all Fleet CDL Employees, security systems, ID Badges and a steady stream of miscellaneous operational issues and special projects.
• Conducts facilities and environmental safety inspections and audits.
• Develops and updates Safety Standard Operating Procedures.

Benefits

• The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $ 85,937 to $ 132,723 , based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

What This Job Offers

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