Transit Safety Manager
Apply NowCompany: Broward County, FL
Location: Plantation, FL 33388
Description:
Salary: $87,341.79 - $139,397.61 Annually
Location : Plantation, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Transp Safety & Sec
Opening Date: 12/06/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Veterans' Preference Notice: Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered.
Benefits of Broward County Employment
High Deductible Health Plan - Bi-Weekly Premiums:
Single $10.90 - Family $80.79
Includes County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2,400 Annually
Consumer-Driven Health Plan - Bi-Weekly Premiums:
Single $82.58 - Family $286.79
Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan
457 Deferred Compensation Employee Match
Eleven (11) Paid Holidays Each Year
Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 Weeks Per Year
Up to 40 Hours of Job Basis Leave for Eligible Positions
Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K Annually)
Paid Parental Leave
THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT TO REMAIN POSTED UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Security Manager.
General DescriptionThe Transit Safety Manager works under administrative supervision with and through management to ensure compliance with safety procedures by overseeing and developing policies and programs related to the safety of personnel, equipment and facilities.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business, public administration, security management, law enforcement or closely related field.
(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)
Requires six (6) years in a law enforcement agency or security services, and three (3) years in management or closely related experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses Required
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License for duration of appointment, depending on area of assignment.
Preferences
Safety Professional Certification
Transit Safety and Security Program Certification
World Safety Organization (WSO) Bus Certification
OSHA 30 Hr. Certification
FTA Project Safety Certification
Master's Degree or higher in field related to area of assignment
3+years of Union Environment Experience
3+ years of Safety regulations, standards, guidance and industry Experience
3+ years of NTD, FTA, or other transportation related Experience
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
The Transit Safety Manager provides direction and guidance to agency staff and contractors establishing and emphasizing a culture of Safety and ensuring the administration and formulation of safety policies/procedures, programs, and practices.
Advises Safety Director on all Safety compliance matters and preventative actions.
Plans, develops, recommends and implements various Safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations (i.e., FDOT, FTA, OSHA, etc.)
Ability to develop and present safety training to employees and other internal/external stakeholders.
Creates and maintains reports, files, training records, accident/incident database and track safety metrics and trends.
Performs periodic Safety inspections, conducts Safety meetings (including Accident Review Board), creates written reports and make recommendations for corrective or preventative measures and/or solutions to problems.
Responds timely to incidents, conducts post-accident investigations, prepares reports identifying root causes and makes necessary recommendations regarding preventative measures and/or solutions.
Updates and coordinates Emergency Action and Evacuation Plan, Hazard Communication Program, Lockout/Tagout Program, Exposure Control Program (i.e. Bloodborne Pathogens, TB), Hazard Assessment and Personal Protective Equipment Program (PPE), Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), and Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), etc.
Investigates and reviews accidents and Workers' Compensation injuries to determine preventability and assist in management of claims.
Represents Broward County Transit (BCT) in Safety meetings and conferences.
Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders on audit preparation and responses.
Ability to supervise others and develop, document and analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and make recommendations for improvement.
Ability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and/or holidays (as necessary) and respond to emergency calls before and after hours.
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposureto extreme heat and/or cold; wet or humid conditions.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Competencies
Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies. Keeps up to date on current and future industry trends and market forces and considers these when making decisions. Clearly identifies and prioritizes efforts and initiatives to have the greatest strategic impact on the organization.
Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently. Identifies and obtains resources needed to accomplish objectives; identifies different ways to accomplish work when resources are limited. Makes progress across multiple priorities or responsibilities.
Provides direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done. Asks questions to understand the desired outcomes for the role; confirms accountabilities with others so that work can be done effectively and efficiently; informs stakeholders when there are delays or problems that will affect them.
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.
Handles conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise. Seeks out a variety of opinions and options; maintains an open mind; takes steps to ensure conflict remains constructive; avoids polarized or unilateral decisions; seeks agreement on critical issues.
Effectively builds formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization. Draws upon own network to gain insight, build support, and achieve outcomes. Leverages networks to identify industry experts, explore some best practices, and exchange ideas and knowledge.
Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Connects with others on team projects and leverages their strengths and knowledge to deliver the best possible results. Champions the decisions of the team and operates in a way that builds team spirit.
Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Disseminates knowledge, insights, and updates in a polished, precise, and compelling manner. Demonstrates a deep interest in others' comments. Creates rich documents and reports.
Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations. Deals effectively with crises and volatile situations. Puts people's failures in perspective and helps them move forward. Maintains calm in adversity; stays objective. Uses hardships and difficult experiences as an opportunity for personal and team growth.
Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Takes steps to adapt to changing needs, conditions, priorities, or opportunities. Understands the cues that suggest a change in approach is needed; adopts new behaviors accordingly.
County Core Values
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at [redacted] or email P[redacted] to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount.
01
What is the highest leve of education that you have obtained with major coursework in business, public administration, security management, law enforcement or closely related field?
02
How many years experience do you have in law enforcement or security services?
03
How many years experience do you have in Management?
04
Do you possess and have the ability to maintain a valid Florida's Driver's License for duration of appointment?
05
Are you available to respond to emergencies before or after hours, as needed?
06
Select all that you possess from the list below:
07
How many years experience do you have supervising or managing employees in a union environment?
Location : Plantation, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Transp Safety & Sec
Opening Date: 12/06/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Veterans' Preference Notice: Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered.
Benefits of Broward County Employment
High Deductible Health Plan - Bi-Weekly Premiums:
Single $10.90 - Family $80.79
Includes County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2,400 Annually
Consumer-Driven Health Plan - Bi-Weekly Premiums:
Single $82.58 - Family $286.79
Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan
457 Deferred Compensation Employee Match
Eleven (11) Paid Holidays Each Year
Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 Weeks Per Year
Up to 40 Hours of Job Basis Leave for Eligible Positions
Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K Annually)
Paid Parental Leave
THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT TO REMAIN POSTED UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Security Manager.
General DescriptionThe Transit Safety Manager works under administrative supervision with and through management to ensure compliance with safety procedures by overseeing and developing policies and programs related to the safety of personnel, equipment and facilities.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business, public administration, security management, law enforcement or closely related field.
(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)
Requires six (6) years in a law enforcement agency or security services, and three (3) years in management or closely related experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses Required
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License for duration of appointment, depending on area of assignment.
Preferences
Safety Professional Certification
Transit Safety and Security Program Certification
World Safety Organization (WSO) Bus Certification
OSHA 30 Hr. Certification
FTA Project Safety Certification
Master's Degree or higher in field related to area of assignment
3+years of Union Environment Experience
3+ years of Safety regulations, standards, guidance and industry Experience
3+ years of NTD, FTA, or other transportation related Experience
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
The Transit Safety Manager provides direction and guidance to agency staff and contractors establishing and emphasizing a culture of Safety and ensuring the administration and formulation of safety policies/procedures, programs, and practices.
Advises Safety Director on all Safety compliance matters and preventative actions.
Plans, develops, recommends and implements various Safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations (i.e., FDOT, FTA, OSHA, etc.)
Ability to develop and present safety training to employees and other internal/external stakeholders.
Creates and maintains reports, files, training records, accident/incident database and track safety metrics and trends.
Performs periodic Safety inspections, conducts Safety meetings (including Accident Review Board), creates written reports and make recommendations for corrective or preventative measures and/or solutions to problems.
Responds timely to incidents, conducts post-accident investigations, prepares reports identifying root causes and makes necessary recommendations regarding preventative measures and/or solutions.
Updates and coordinates Emergency Action and Evacuation Plan, Hazard Communication Program, Lockout/Tagout Program, Exposure Control Program (i.e. Bloodborne Pathogens, TB), Hazard Assessment and Personal Protective Equipment Program (PPE), Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), and Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), etc.
Investigates and reviews accidents and Workers' Compensation injuries to determine preventability and assist in management of claims.
Represents Broward County Transit (BCT) in Safety meetings and conferences.
Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders on audit preparation and responses.
Ability to supervise others and develop, document and analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and make recommendations for improvement.
Ability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and/or holidays (as necessary) and respond to emergency calls before and after hours.
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposureto extreme heat and/or cold; wet or humid conditions.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Competencies
- Strategic Mindset
Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies. Keeps up to date on current and future industry trends and market forces and considers these when making decisions. Clearly identifies and prioritizes efforts and initiatives to have the greatest strategic impact on the organization.
- Resourcefulness
Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently. Identifies and obtains resources needed to accomplish objectives; identifies different ways to accomplish work when resources are limited. Makes progress across multiple priorities or responsibilities.
- Directs Work
Provides direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done. Asks questions to understand the desired outcomes for the role; confirms accountabilities with others so that work can be done effectively and efficiently; informs stakeholders when there are delays or problems that will affect them.
- Ensures Accountability
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.
- Manages Conflict
Handles conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise. Seeks out a variety of opinions and options; maintains an open mind; takes steps to ensure conflict remains constructive; avoids polarized or unilateral decisions; seeks agreement on critical issues.
- Builds Networks
Effectively builds formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization. Draws upon own network to gain insight, build support, and achieve outcomes. Leverages networks to identify industry experts, explore some best practices, and exchange ideas and knowledge.
- Builds Effective Teams
Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Connects with others on team projects and leverages their strengths and knowledge to deliver the best possible results. Champions the decisions of the team and operates in a way that builds team spirit.
- Communicates Effectively
Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Disseminates knowledge, insights, and updates in a polished, precise, and compelling manner. Demonstrates a deep interest in others' comments. Creates rich documents and reports.
- Being Resilient
Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations. Deals effectively with crises and volatile situations. Puts people's failures in perspective and helps them move forward. Maintains calm in adversity; stays objective. Uses hardships and difficult experiences as an opportunity for personal and team growth.
- Situational Adaptability
Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Takes steps to adapt to changing needs, conditions, priorities, or opportunities. Understands the cues that suggest a change in approach is needed; adopts new behaviors accordingly.
County Core Values
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.
- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
- Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at [redacted] or email P[redacted] to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount.
01
What is the highest leve of education that you have obtained with major coursework in business, public administration, security management, law enforcement or closely related field?
- Associates
- Bachelors
- Masters
- Doctorate
- No Degree
02
How many years experience do you have in law enforcement or security services?
- 10 or more years
- 8 - 9 years
- 6 - 7 years
- Less than 6 years
03
How many years experience do you have in Management?
- 5 or more years
- 3 - 4 years
- Less than 3 years
04
Do you possess and have the ability to maintain a valid Florida's Driver's License for duration of appointment?
- Yes
- No
05
Are you available to respond to emergencies before or after hours, as needed?
- Yes
- No
06
Select all that you possess from the list below:
- Certified Safety Professional
- Transit Safety and Security Program Certification
- World Safety Organization (WSO) Bus Certification
- OSHA 30 Hr Certification
- FTA Project Safety Certification
07
How many years experience do you have supervising or managing employees in a union environment?
- 5 or more years
- 3 - 4 years
- Less than 3 years