Safety Officer

Posted Monday, December 22, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Our vision is to be recognized as a world-class leader for providing and coordinating a full array of mobility and community services. LYNX mission is to link our community by providing quality mobility options with innovation, integrity and teamwork.

Do you thrive on making workplaces safer and protecting lives? We’re looking for a Safety Officer who’s ready to lead safety initiatives, prevent accidents, and ensure compliance across our operations. If you’re passionate about safety and want a role where your impact truly matters, this is your opportunity!

• Lead Safety Programs: Develop and implement cutting-edge safety strategies for transportation and industrial environments.
• Investigate & Prevent: Conduct thorough accident investigations and create actionable solutions.
• Train & Empower: Deliver engaging safety training and launch impactful safety campaigns.
• Stay Ahead: Ensure compliance with DOT, FTA, OSHA, and other regulatory standards.
• Be the Expert: Serve as the go-to subject matter expert for health, safety, and environmental issues.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution in Occupational Safety, Safety Engineering, or related field.
• Experience: 4+ years in workplace safety and accident mitigation (transportation industry preferred).
• Valid Florida driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Strong knowledge of safety laws, accident investigation, and environmental health standards.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• Professional safety certifications (CSP, CHST).
• Public transportation safety experience.

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  FREE employee-only health insurance
• ✅ Dental, vision, disability coverage
• ✅ Retirement plan + company-paid life insurance
• ✅ Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• ✅ FREE bus transportation for you and your family
• ✅ Access to our on-site Employee Wellness Center

This is more than a job—it’s a mission. Join a team that keeps our community moving safely, even during emergencies. Your expertise can save lives. Ready to make an impact? Apply now!

Applications are reviewed as received, and interviews will be scheduled for the most qualified candidates, as applications are reviewed.

Rate will be determined by qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements.

Sponsorship Notice: LYNX does not sponsor employment-based visas, including H-1B. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Performs complex safety program development, implementation, inspection, coordination, investigation, and evaluation in bus operations, industrial, occupational, and environmental safety. Conducts employee safety training, accident investigations, emergency planning, and safety audits to identify hazards.

This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to the job. All employees will be expected to perform other duties as assigned. All jobs require regular and reliable attendance.

• Ensures compliance with LYNX safety programs and regulatory agencies including but not limited to U.S. Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Federal Transit Administration (FTA), National Transit Database (NTD), Florida Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), and Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).
• Investigates incidents involving the public and employees, determines causes, and provides solutions and reports as required to regulatory agencies.
• Implements and monitors occupational health and safety programs ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
• Analyzes trend data to identify root causes and reduce costs.
• Conducts safety training programs and develops safety policies and procedures.
• Reviews and revises safety manuals and creates required reports.
• Generates safety communications and conducts…