GeneralTITLE: Safety Coordinator
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Exempt (Full-Time)
DIVISION: Administrative
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday July 14, 2024 (1st cutoff July 7, 2024)
PAY RANGE: $1,563.58- $2,345.38 weekly ($81,306 - $121,960 estimated annual) WORK LOCATION: San Carlos, CA
JOB SUMMARY: The Safety Coordinate reports to the Senior Safety Coordinator and, is responsible for the development, monitoring and evaluation of all vehicles, industrial and employee safety programs and procedures at all District facilities and sites.
Essential Functions & Duties EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Conduct trend analyses on accidents and provides information to Bus Transportation and others.
- Standing member of the Joint Safety Committee and collaborates with management on safety concerns brought forward and actions taken for resolution.
- Testify regarding accidents and District safety policies in discipline hearings, grievance and arbitration proceedings and trials.
- Maintain Automated External Defibrillator program.
- Work with other staff and/or consultants to assist in the creation of training and education materials for a safe working environment.
- Meet regularly with Bus and paratransit contract oversight personnel to assure compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintain and submit Hazardous Materials Business Plans for both North and South Base to local regulatory agencies.
- Prepare monthly Transit Safety and Security Form (405) Safety Items section for submission to the National Transit Database.
- Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets, verification of onsite inventory compliance, and on-line availability.
- Provide orientation on safety related matters for all newly hired District employees.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: - Identify opportunities for safety improvements during inspections to achieve compliance with safety rules and regulations.
- Address safety critical situations, recommend corrective measures, and prepare comprehensive reports.
- Participate in safety meetings and collaborate with District staff to identify and resolve safety matters.
- Prepare and maintain committee agendas, notes, and communications as appropriate.
- Respond to serious accidents and provide safety oversight for activities during active investigations.
- Review audit recommendations, accident investigations, and hazard reports.
- Interpret and apply applicable state, federal, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
- Monitor industry safety standards, applicable state, federal, and local policies, laws, and regulations to assure District compliance.
- Participate, plan, coordinate, and assist with emergency drills and exercises.
- Facilitate and assist with audits conducted by all regulatory agencies.
- Participate in developing exercises and procedures for emergency and disaster response.
- Assist with safety improvement programs, safety promotion activities, and positive safety culture.
- Monitor compliance with regulatory agencies for District construction projects.
- Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm.
- Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
- Conduct risk assessments and evaluate effectiveness of safety and security control programs and practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION : Work under the general supervision of the Senior Safety Coordinator who establishes goals, objectives, and monitors and evaluate performance.
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Psychology, or other related field. Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of a degree (4 years of full-time experience equivalent to Bachelors Degree).
- Two (2) years of full-time safety or transit related experience.
- Ability to respond 24/7.
- Possess a valid California driver’s license, with a safe driving record.
- Must possess effective written, verbal, and presentation skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Experience with Emergency Response Plans.
- Bus Operations experience preferred.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations.
- National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification.
- Transit Safety and Security Program (TSSP) certification.
- Effective organizational, analytical and communication skills.
- Experience with behavior-based or risk reduction safety programs.
- Knowledge of Cal/OSHA requirements for industrial safety, including construction safety.
- Operate PC and common software applications.
Additional Information SELECTION PROCESS MAY INCLUDE: The process will include a panel interview and may include written and skills test assessments or supplemental questions. Only those candidates who are the most qualified will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to continue in the process.
CURRENT EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS AT SAMTRANS: For additional information on SamTrans benefits, please visit, https://www.samtrans.com/jobs Holidays: Seven (7) paid holidays, plus up to four (4) floating holidays per year
Paid Time Off: Up to 26 days per year
Cafeteria Plans: Medical, dental, vision care, group life insurance and more
Transportation: Free Bus Transportation for employees and qualified dependents
Work Location: Select positions are eligible to work remote up to 50% of the time
Pension: Social Security and California Public Employees Retirement Systems (CalPERS)
- Classic Members - 2% @ 60 benefit formula, 3 year average of highest compensation
- New Members - 2% @ 62 benefit formula, 3 year average of highest compensation
Below is a summary of the comprehensive benefits provided to District full-time employees:
Health and Welfare Benefits:
- Healthcare Benefits -District employees are offered a choice of healthcare providers under the CalPERS Health Benefits Program.The District will contribute ninety (90) percent towards monthly premiums for full-time employees. Fifty (50) percent for part-time employees.
- Free Dental and Vision Benefits provided - Employer Covers Premiums
- Free Employee Assistance Benefit - Employees are entitled to 5 face-to-face sessions or telephonic or web-video consultations for problem-solving support per incident, per calendar year.
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified Health or Dependent Care expenses.
Retirement Medical Benefits:
- Long Term Disability Insurance - After 90 days of total disability, Administrative full-time employees are eligible for 60% of monthly income covered by the District.
- Health and Wellness - Gyms located at most work locations and discounted Weight Watcher Membership Option.
Holidays and Paid Time Off:
- Paid Time Off - Newly hired employees accrue 6.5 hours bi-weekly when hired (if Exempt 8.5 hours).As you move up in years of service credit, the rate of the amount of PTO accrued will also increase.
- Paid Holidays - The District provides seven paid holidays throughout the year - New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day (July 4th), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
- Floating Holidays - District employees can earn up to five (5) floating holidays.
Financial Planning Benefits:
- Pension Benefits through CalPERS -You must have a minimum of 5 years of service to be eligible for this pension.
- CalPERS PEPRA vs. Classic - All employees hired on, or after January 1, 2013, are considered PEPRA members and will contribute 8% of their salary up to the maximum IRS cut-off. All Classic members will contribute 6%
- Deferred Compensation Options - Select to contribute to one or both of our Tax Deferred Compensation Options
- Reliance Standard Life Insurance with 100% premium paid by the District - 1 times annual salary of employee - max $200,000
- Optional Life Insurance - Employees may purchase additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible family members.
Growth and Education Benefits:
- Professional Development - Access to LinkedIn Learning and San Mateo County’s professional training. District Tuition Reimbursement Program - A maximum of $5,250 per year for courses related to your job or career goals with the District.
- Computer Loan Program - Interest-free two-year loan with a maximum amount of $4,000.
Other Amazing Benefits:
- Credit Union - Employees and family members are eligible to join the San Mateo Credit Union and Patelco Credit Union.
- Employee Clean Commute (ECC) - Car/Van poolers and Public Transit riders receive a monthly reimbursement.
- Commuter Benefits - Free Employee Parking; Free Bus Pass for employee as well as children/spouse; Clipper Card/Go Pass Program for Central employees.
For union employees, all of the above benefits are subject to the employee’s Collective Bargaining Agreement. Benefits listed are also subject to change with or without notice and are subject to contract/provider terms and conditions.
Closing Date/Time: 7/7/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
