Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority
Safety, Security and Training Supervisor (Transportation)
This position requires that the successful applicant be vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to start date. This policy is applied in compliance with applicable laws, and accommodations may be made for bona fide medical or religious reasons.
BASIC PURPOSE
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of three years' experience in transit operations, training, or safety; or three years' experience in another industry where duties consisted of developing, delivering, and implementing safety, security, and training programs. Prefer candidates with transit supervisory experience in a relevant field, and/or experience in Safety, Security and Training.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
All Basic Transportation Operations fields including scheduling, dispatch, radio communications center, road coverage, detours, fare structure, routes, union contract rules and regulations, Bus Operator's Procedures Manual policies, grievance processes, safety standards, security standards, federal safety regulations, state safety regulations, local safety regulations, and Transportation Laws as per Chapter 14-90 regulations and practices. Knowledge of Basic Practices, Training Requirements and Procedures regarding Transportation Supervisors, Bus Operators and Maintenance Employees.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, training assessment skills, development, and presentation skills, managerial or leadership skills, and coaching skills.
Computer skills, including basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, and Excel. Comfortable computer skills with data entry and files including using those skills to present publically.
Plan, design, implement, and coordinate safety, security, and training programs; speak and write clearly and effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships; investigate and recommend solutions; make sound decisions; supervise and evaluate work of subordinate staff; develop and implement policies and procedures; read, understand, and apply contracts, laws, and regulations. Able to assume the responsibilities of a Transportation Supervisor or Bus Operator. Must be able to obtain the Transportation Safety Institute (TSI) certification of Safety & Security Specialist. Assess data and determine trends and patterns creating solutions and implementing training towards such.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
PSTA offers great training and career development opportunities. Learn more here:
https://www.psta.net/about-psta/careers/psta-professional-development/
PSTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, or other protected status, as established by Federal or State laws.
PSTA complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the application or interview process, please call Human Resources at 727-540-1854.
PSTA is a Drug-Free/Smoke-Free Workplace.
Veterans' Preference – 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 by PSTA and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
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