Program Specialist– FRA /FTA Safety Management Systems

STV • Philadelphia, PA

2d • $104,403 - $119,317

About The Position

STV is actively seeking an FRA/FTA Safety Management System Program Specialist for various locations to be a part of our Safety & Security department. The ideal candidate will be highly experienced in Federal and State regulatory requirements as related to Safety and Safety Management System (SMS) elements, client support to prepare for and achieve regulatory compliance, audit and gap analysis to assist clients in advancing safety in agency culture and human behavior, incident investigation and root cause analysis, development of client related plans, policies, procedures, and overall client safety program advancement. Market sector will focus on but not limited to Departments of Transportation, FRA, FTA, Motor Freight Carriers, and those interfaces with industrial distribution carriers. Those interested in working in a challenging environment and facilitating the growth of STV’s Safety Program practice should apply. STV’s culture allows you the opportunity to develop both professionally and personally. STV offers opportunities to further develop your technical skills through STV University and promotes a clear pathway towards development. STV will provide you access to innovative projects and exciting opportunities; and self-motivated candidates with a solid technical foundation will thrive and grow. STV’s culture promotes exposure to and interaction with multiple design disciplines within a healthy work-life balance. STV will support your professional growth by providing opportunities for: Professional Training and Certifications Tuition Reimbursement Professional Licensure Fee Reimbursement

Requirements

• Associate degree required with bachelor’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of twenty (10) years of progressive FTA/FRA safety experience specializing in hazard and incident investigation and safety management.
• Highly effective in all manners of communications including a demonstrable ability to write technical content and reports.
• USDOT TSSP Certification
• Experience with Microsoft Word®, Excel®, Outlook®, Visio®, PowerPoint®, and SharePoint®
• Initiative-taking must work well with others.

Nice To Haves

• The preferred candidate will be experienced in assessing and determining client needs to craft appropriate programs and enhancements to facilitate client success.
• Demonstrated direct technical capabilities in the implementation of Safety & SMS strategies.
• Ability to initiate, strengthen, and retain business relationships in an ethically responsible manner.
• Life-long learner with demonstrated capacity to maintain current skills and knowledge in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated initiative and drive with an intrapreneurial spirit.
• Ability to problem solve, particularly in team-based environments.
• Excellent organization and planning skills – documenting, control, and reporting.
• Ability to develop complex reports and deliverables on time and within budgeted hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Identify and strategically addressing market trends and customer needs to facilitate program success.
• Ethically represent STV’s safety consulting capabilities to our clients throughout business development and operations.
• Create and strengthen relationships with new and existing customers to grow our Practice.
• Assist in Coordinating efforts to expand our practice and team with STV’s Regional Development Directors (RDDs) and our marketing teams.
• Serve as a Technical Lead for practice consulting efforts, Support clients in gaining, monitoring, and maintaining a Safety Program and Safety Management Systems maturity based upon regulatory compliance and agency safety goals.
• Conduct a comprehensive annual review of STV’s DoT Safety Business Plan to assist in developing short-term and long-term goals for the expansion of services to our clients.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees