Interim Safety and Training Manager

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MV Transportation is seeking a Safety & Training Managerto lead safety regulatory compliance and workforce training for its contracted paratransit and mobility services in Louisville KY. This role is responsible for ensuring a fully trained compliant and safetyfocused workforce while supporting daily operations in a brokered service model.

The Safety & Training Manager is a handson leader who works closely with a small team of Road Supervisors that also support operations in the addition this position provides direct oversight auditing and compliance monitoring for three subcontracted service providers ensuring alignment with contract requirements company standards and all applicable federal and state regulations.

This position reports to the General Manager and plays a critical role in protecting passengers employees client assets and the integrity of the contract.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership & Compliance

• Serve as the divisions primary safety leader responsible for implementing and enforcing all safety policies procedures and programs required by contract and regulation.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable FTA DOT FMCSA OSHA ADA and client requirements.
• Act as the location Safety Officer and Emergency Coordinator serving as liaison to local emergency responders and public safety agencies.

Training & Workforce Qualification

• Oversee all operator and safetysensitive employee training programs including:
• Newhire operator training
• Behindthewheel and refresher training
• Annual wheelchair securement certification
• Monthly mandatory safety meetings
• Ensure all employees meet qualification standards including licensing background checks medical certification and drug & alcohol compliance.
• Maintain accurate and auditable training and qualification records.

Road Supervisor & Field Oversight

• Lead and support Road Supervisors who perform dual safety and operational roles.
• Provide coaching guidance and followup related to onroad performance incident response and operator behavior.
• Ensure consistent application of safety expectations in the field.

Incident Injury & Claims Management

• Lead accident incident and injury investigations including root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
• Coordinate postincident retraining and operator coaching as required.
• Partner with claims and risk management teams to ensure timely reporting and effective claim management.
• Proactively manage employee injuries to minimize losttime and support returntowork programs.

Safety Technology & Data

• Oversee safety technology programs (e.g. onboard video and monitoring systems).
• Analyze trend data identify risk patterns and develop targeted action plans to reduce preventable incidents.
• Use data to support coaching retraining and performance improvement initiatives.

Subcontractor Safety Oversight

• Serve as the primary safety and training liaison for subcontracted service providers.
• Review and audit subcontractor safety plans training programs driver qualifications and compliance documentation.
• Conduct regular safety audits and require corrective actions where deficiencies are identified.
• Ensure subcontractors meet all contractual safety and training obligations.

Audits & Continuous Improvement

• Coordinate and support internal client and regulatory audits.
• Maintain readiness for FTA state and client reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety performance and compliance across the operation.

TalentRequirements:

• Transit or passenger transportation safety experience.
• Experience in a regulated safetysensitive operating environment.
• Strong working knowledge of FTA DOT FMCSA OSHA and ADArequirements.
• Experience leading safety training incident investigations and compliance programs.
• Ability to work effectively with frontline employees supervisors management and subcontractors.
• Strong organizational analytical and documentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windowsbased systems.
• Ability to work flexible hours to support operations as needed.

Preferred

• Experience in paratransit or demandresponse operations.
• Experience supporting or auditing subcontracted transportation providers.
• Prior leadership experience working with Road Supervisors or field safety staff.

Education

• Bachelors degree preferred orequivalent combination of education and relevant safety/operations experience.

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Where permissible under applicable state and local law applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test and background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment.

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