Industrial Safety & Compliance Supervisor

DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit)•Garland, TX

4d•$68,106 - $112,374

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Senior Manager Industrial Safety, this position evaluates facility operations, develops protocols, and oversees industrial and environmental aspects of Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) activities. The supervisor communicates and promotes safety training and programs, develops reports, and recommends policy and procedure changes for DART’s Agency Safety & Compliance Department. The role includes oversight of safety compliance, inspections, incident investigations, training, and safety program effectiveness across DART facilities and operations. The position requires variable hours, emergency response availability, and participation in an on-call rotation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Safety, Loss Control, or a related field; an equivalent combination of related education and experience may be substituted, excluding the high school diploma/GED and required licenses or certifications.
Four years of directly related safety experience administering safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting hazard mitigation, incident investigations, inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
Two years of supervisory experience in an industrial, transportation, transit, manufacturing, or similar operational environment.
Obtain and maintain Transit Safety and Security Program (TSSP Bus and Rail) and Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Program (PTSCTP) credentials, as applicable; initial certification must be obtained within three years and maintained thereafter as a condition of continued employment.
Pass a physical (medical) examination, including a drug screen, to operate DART non-revenue vehicles.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office or other related PC software applications.
Knowledge of bus, light rail, and maintenance in a transit operating environment.
Ability to work variable hours, including emergency responses, and participate in an on-call rotation.
Demonstrated customer focus and ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external customers.
Sound decision-making ability based on analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment.
Ability to learn technical information, skills, and knowledge quickly.
Ability to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles.
Ability to find common ground, solve problems fairly, and collaborate effectively with peers.
Ability to use rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems, identify less obvious issues, and conduct honest analysis.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting government or transit operations.

Responsibilities

Review reports of injuries, property damage, occupational diseases, and public liability to determine causes; communicate findings and recommendations; and implement corrective action plans as directed.
Inspect and evaluate facilities, tools, and equipment for compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and agency safety policies and procedures.
Evaluate new, modified, and existing facility operations and work practices to ensure safe conditions; conduct inspections and periodic audits; and communicate results and recommendations to management.
Prepare and coordinate written reports and procedures, and develop and maintain safety documents and records.
Develop and conduct safety training and quality assurance programs for DART facilities.
Coordinate Non-Revenue Vehicle (NRV) accident investigations and classifications, and develop and implement agency NRV policies and procedures.
Develop intervention strategies to address unsafe acts and conditions, and assist in developing policies and procedures supporting the Authority’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan.
Review changes in work methods and processes to assess their effects on established safety practices.
Establish measures to evaluate facility safety and health programs; prepare and analyze safety data and statistical reports on accidents, trends, and solutions; determine the need for technical surveys and appraisals; and develop and oversee consultant contracts.
Monitor protocols related to occupational illnesses and infectious diseases in accordance with CDC guidance and FTA Bipartisan Infrastructure Law compliance requirements.
Monitor federal and state occupational health and safety regulations, recommend compliance programs, and assist in developing and implementing safety policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.