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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Director - Technical and Safety Training

Baltimore City

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$105K/yr - $163K/yr

The Maryland Department of Transportation, Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) is looking for a dynamic leader to serve as the Director of Technical and Safety Training. This senior leadership role involves strategic planning, development, and oversight of technical, safety, and regulated training programs for over 2,200 employees, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while fostering a culture of safety and continuous learning.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all technical, safety, and professional development training programs for instructional staff across all MTA departments, ensuring consistent standards and continuous learning agency wide

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and agency training requirements

Oversee the certification and re-certification of operators, controllers, supervisors, and maintenance staff

Direct the implementation and maintenance of the Learning Management System (LMS)

Develop training using in-person, virtual, and hybrid models

Support the coordination of training for emergency preparedness, first responders, and major transportation events

Support safety culture by conducting risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and ensuring proper use of PPE

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure training access and compliance

Qualification

Technical trainingSafety complianceLearning Management SystemTransit operationsFederal regulations knowledgeLeadershipCollaborationCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Extensive experience in transit operations, technical training, and safety compliance

Proven leadership in managing large-scale training programs and teams

Possess deep knowledge of federal and state transit regulations, with hands-on experience managing and delivering safety and compliance training

Experience with Learning Management Systems and data reporting

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland