Director of Safety and Training

Transdev in Boston, MA is seeking a Director of Safety and Training for its Boston Public Schools ("BPS") transportation contract. The Director of Safety and Training reports to the Deputy General Manager and will provide oversight of the overall department and all programs implemented. In addition, the Director of Safety and Training is responsible for timely and accurate investigations of school bus incidents, ensures compliance with federal and state laws, and oversees the review and design of facilities.

This position is responsible for employee and passenger safety; the development and deliverance of safety training programs; serving as the corporate liaison to external agencies; and assisting with safety‑related components with other internal departments.

• Compensation package of $ (minimum) to $ per year (exempt).
• Annual bonus target of 10%

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 9 standard and 3 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, voluntary long‑term disability.

Benefits may vary depending on location policy.

• Manage the site Safety and Training Department including but not limited to: all aspects of site safety training; classroom and behind‑the‑wheel training schedules, logistics and documentation; and personnel and qualification files pertaining to training, safety and loss matters.
• Communicate company programs, rules, and tools related to safety.
• Coordinate efforts with security staff or vendor; develop and update security policies and processes; and ensure that all security incidents are properly reported and investigated.
• Ensure that all accidents are ethically and properly investigated and filed with the company’s third‑party administrator.
• Ensure that all reporting and risk management tools, including Web Risk, are always up to date and correct.
• Conduct evaluations and inspections to mitigate risk and minimize risk of loss potential.
• Coordinate the activities of workers’ compensation, general liability and vehicle liability insurance carriers and insurance consultants as it affects safety and loss control; and make recommendations to the General Manager to help limit loss.
• Conduct evaluations and inspections to mitigate risk and minimize risk of loss potential; and ensure that safety inspections are properly scheduled, carried out, monitored, acted upon, and documented.
• Ensure contract compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and company/client regulations; ensure that related record keeping and reporting requirements are met and maintained; and provide support in implementing the approved recommendations.
• Ensure that safety meetings are held on a regular basis and documentation of the meetings is properly maintained; and oversee the system safety program to ensure compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requirements.
• Coordinate and ensure compliance with substance abuse testing program using Federal and Company standards.
• Set the tone for the location as the expert in EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), CDL compliance and regulations.
• Oversee the successful completion of all safety related reviews/audits.
• Coach and motivate staff; provide guidance and direction on problems and issues; and delegate work assignments considering employee skills and development needs as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information.
• Perform other duties and projects as required.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business, Public Administration, or related field.
• A high school diploma or G.E.D. and additional years of the required experience may substitute for the degree.
• Five (5) years of experience in passenger transit safety and training.
• Four (4) years of supervisory experience in passenger transit safety and training.
• Driver training experience preferred.
• A valid driver’s license.
• A valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger and School Bus endorsements preferred.
• A Massachusetts School Bus Trainer…