Manager of Safety and Training

The County Connect•Concord, CA

7d•$96,994 - $189,822•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Director of Human Resources, the Manager of Safety and Training is responsible for the management of safety, risk, and training activities and programs. This includes implementing measures to reduce accidents and hazards, managing general liability and workplace injury claims, conducting safety inspections, and overseeing the required training of all employees.

Requirements

Education equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, with major course work in business administration, public administration, occupational health and safety, risk management, training and development, or closely related field.
Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in safety, training, and instruction including two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Related experience or training that demonstrates substantial knowledge and abilities pertinent to specific job functions may qualify for substitution of the education requirement defined as a minimum of ten years of related progressive management responsibilities experience and/or training.
Must possess and maintain a valid class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with Passenger (P) endorsement and air brake certification.
Must have a satisfactory driving record to maintain that license and valid Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
Must possess DOT Training Instructor Certification.

Responsibilities

Manage risk programs, including workers’ compensation, liability claims, and return-to-work. Coordinate claims reporting to external agencies.
Develop and implement internal safety programs, policies, and procedures which encourage a “safety first” mentality among staff and passengers.
Conduct audits/inspections of department work locations. Identify potential safety concerns and consult with directors and managers on department safety matters, including corrective action.
Develop, implement, and maintain all required safety plans which include but are not limited to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) and CalOSHA’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) and Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP).
Coordinate emergency response programs and serve as a liaison to County and Regional Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
Oversee training and instruction of all employees, including legally mandated training as well as training and instruction of new and current personnel requiring a Class B Commercial driver’s license (CDL), including required forms.
Develop and maintain employee training manuals, materials, and presentations.
Ensure compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Training Provider Registry requirements and Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) regulations.
Manage the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Employer pull notice program, including review and maintenance of records.
Administer County Connection’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Employer Testing Program (ETP).
Oversee National Transit Database (NTD) safety and accident reporting processes to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant reporting of incidents, accidents, and safety performance data.
Prepare correspondence and reports for staff, the Board of Directors, and regulatory agencies; present to the Board of Directors and other external agencies as needed.
Support the revision, updating, and ongoing maintenance of the employee handbook as it relates to safety, training, and risk to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with agency policies.
Represent County Connection through participation in internal and external committees or groups as needed.
Manage training department staff and carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with County Connection policies and applicable laws.

Benefits

California Public Employee’ Retirement System (CalPERS) health insurance for both active employees and eligible retirees.
County Connection contributes 100% of premium for active employees and dependents for dental insurance.
CalPERS Retirement Program: 2% at 60 plan or 2% at 62 plan based on the provisions of the California Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA).
Mission Square 457 supplemental retirement and ROTH plans.
County Connection contributes premium for employee life insurance.
Vacation and sick leave accrual.
6 holidays per year.
6 floating holidays per year.
Vision insurance.
Colonial Life Supplemental Insurance.
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Credit Union.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee Wellness Program.
On-site Fitness Rooms.