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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Depot Safety Manager (Program Manager, Grade N25)

8710 Brookville Rd Silver Spring MD 20910 USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$78K/yr - $125K/yr

5+ years exp

Montgomery County Department of Transportation is seeking an experienced Program Manager II to lead their team in delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality transit service. The Depot Safety Manager will oversee the Agency Safety Plan across all Ride On depots, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for transit bus operators and staff.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to employees on safety and security matters, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Act as Depot Chief in their absence to ensure seamless business continuity and operational stability

Collect, analyze, and maintain transit system data; prepare performance reports and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

Monitor and evaluate staff performance, schedules, budgets, and overtime to optimize efficiency and service delivery

Participate in safety committees and champion initiatives that enhance workplace and rider safety

Focus on staff development by identifying training needs, mentoring employees, and creating opportunities for professional growth

Build and strengthen a collaborative team environment that promotes trust, engagement, and shared responsibility for success

Supervise depot personnel, assign work, and ensure timely service and adherence to policies and procedures

Conduct performance evaluations, counsel employees, approve leave, and manage disciplinary actions while resolving complaints and grievances

Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness and customer experience

Provide oversight of front desk depot operations, ensuring accurate attendance tracking, managing callouts, monitoring uniform compliance, and supervising other related responsibilities

Qualification

Transit operationsSafety complianceStaff supervisionRisk analysisProblem-solvingAnalytical skillsLeadershipInterpersonal skillsCommunicationDetail-oriented

Required

Thorough five (5) years professional experience in an area related to daily operations and administration of a public transit bus module

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted

Training certifications for 100c, 200e and 700b will be required for this position. If candidate has not already obtained the referenced certification at hire, the selected candidate will be required to obtain the referenced training and certification within the first six (6) months of employment. The incumbent of the position must maintain this certification

Completion of a pre-employment Medical History Form to assess your ability to safely perform the essential duties of the role

Preferred

Experience in transit operations, compliance, and risk analysis

Strong leadership and staff supervision skills, with proven problem-solving abilities

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, diverse work environment

Formal experience overseeing unionized employees

Occupational Health – i.e., tracking accidents, injuries and incidents. Experience working in public transit, specialized transportation, or a related field