Safety Officer Operational Systems-Fire Life Safety(9069)

Septa • Philadelphia, PA

10d

About The Position

The Safety Officer will coordinate and cooperate with all levels of Authority management and collective bargaining unit employees to provide expert assistance toward identifying, assessing, and prioritizing line management’s prevention of safety, health, and environmental hazards. The Safety Officer must be able to satisfy rigorous and demanding work schedules, which include non-traditional working hours (nights and weekends), and short-term deadlines. The Safety Officer’s work effort will be concentrated in one of the five (5) primary specialty areas; Operational Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Safety, Accident Prevention and Investigation, and/or Safety Regulatory Compliance. To maintain a diverse and broad level of subject matter expertise that is needed to perform all the Division’s responsibilities, the required expertise and responsibilities will vary for each hire and be based on the current status of vacancies and needs of the division. Based on the vacancies and needs of the Division. The Safety Officer will be required to be experienced in one of these five (5) areas and would be expected to perform functions based on the specific responsibilities selected for the position at that time and identified in the job posting. The Chief Safety Officer, Deputy Chief Safety Officer, System Safety and/or the Department Director will make this determination of what responsibilities are required based on the current staffing needs at the time of posting.

Requirements

• B. S. Degree in related safety or safety engineering disciplines plus five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience in safety or safety engineering field required. An equivalent combination of education and experience two (2) years of related experience equating to one year of post high school education) may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.
• Note that emphasis of experience and education may be tailored on the posting to reflect a specific area of safety (i.e. Operational Safety, Occupational Safety, Fire/Life Safety, Construction Safety, Electrical Safety, Vehicle Engineering or Accident Investigation).
• Strong knowledge of the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and PennDOT and applicable, local, state and federal regulations required.
• Must demonstrate the ability to pursue/perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must have a strong understanding of union and management environment and demonstrate the ability to address health and safety matters directly to union employees.
• Must be able to review and analyze accident data and participate in the development of corrective action plans to resolve complex safety and health issues.
• Must be able to satisfy rigorous and demanding work schedules, which include non-traditional working hours, and short-term deadlines.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Must have excellent verbal and technical writing skills with experience writing quality technical reports and Standard Operating Procedures.

Nice To Haves

• USDOT Transportation Institute Transit (TSI) Safety and Security Program (TSSP- Rail and/or TSSP-Bus) certificate.
• Federal Transit Administration Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Program Certification (PTSCTP).
• Working knowledge of the DHS Homeland Security Emergency and Evaluation Program (HSEEP).
• Knowledge of Military Standard 882, identification of safety hazards and mitigation.
• Experience in Transit Safety and Security.
• Knowledge of the FTA Safety and Security Certification Handbook.

Responsibilities

• Conducts Fire / Life Safety inspections of Authority facilities, stations, and tunnels, and advises management of all fire prevention codes and standards violations. Ensures responsible managers carry out necessary corrective actions.
• Conducts annual fire drills at all Authority facilities.
• Supports the Authority’s effort through participation in design reviews, project meetings, and site visits.
• Possesses thorough knowledge of NFPA, ICC, City of Philadelphia and other local, state, and federal codes, standards, and regulations as it pertains to fire / life safety as well as hazardous material handling and storage.
• Participates in Philadelphia License & Inspection and local municipality audits and inspections, follows up on outstanding issues.
• Conducts fire investigations on all Authority owned or operated equipment and facilities.
• Organizes and conducts annual emergency evacuation drills exercises, with outside agencies per FRA and FTA regulations.
• Conducts audits of Fire/Life Safety equipment, fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, etc.
• Ensures all Fire / Life Safety related programs, guidelines, and fact sheets are maintained to current codes, regulations, and standards.
• Participates in and supports the Emergency Management Committee.
• Works with insurance underwriters and representatives to ensure implementation of loss controls.
• Ensures Authority infrastructure and physical plant improvement projects maintain compliance with the NFPA standards, the International Fire Code, and any codes, standards, and regulations required by SEPTA and/or an Authority Having Jurisdiction.
• Serves as the Authority’s liaison with local emergency response agencies / departments, local Emergency Management Agencies (EMAs) and Emergency Management Coordinators (EMCs). in the SEPTA territory including the Philadelphia Fire Department and other local, state, and federal departments and agencies.
• Develops, updates, and coordinates the management of Emergency Preparedness programs including the Emergency Management Operation Plan (EMOP), Passenger Train Emergency Preparedness Plan (PTEPP), Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and the Emergency Response Information Guidebook (ERIG) to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, codes, and standards. Conducts periodic compliance audits of programs and plans.
• Conducts familiarization and safety training for emergency responders on SEPTA equipment as well as the physical plant.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage – Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with little to no employee premiums.
• Retirement Security – Participate in a Defined Benefit Pension Plan and a 457B Deferred Compensation Plan to build your financial future.
• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy paid parental leave, generous vacation time, and paid holidays to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Employee Wellness – Access wellness programs and resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• Invest in Your Growth – We offer tuition reimbursement to support your education and career advancement.
• Student Loan Assistance – Our positions qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, helping you manage and reduce student debt.
• Free Travel Perks – Receive a FREE SEPTA Transportation Pass, giving you unlimited access to all SEPTA services!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees