Safety Manager

Location

Stamford, CT

Full-Time | Monday–Friday (Hours based on operational needs)

$60,000 annually

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee discounts through Perk Spot
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues

• Advance into regional safety, operations, maintenance, management, and leadership roles across more than 540 locations throughout the U.S. & Canada

As a Location Safety Manager, you’ll play a critical role in promoting our safety-first culture by partnering with Operations, coaching employees, supporting driver development, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

• Administer the driver hiring, qualification, and compliance process.
• Provide direction, coaching, and guidance to location trainers.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, work-related injuries, and customer concerns while determining preventability and root cause.
• Prepare and submit accident-related compliance documentation while maintaining accurate records.
• Conduct driver observations, road checks, and ride-alongs to evaluate performance and reinforce safe driving practices.
• Coach drivers and attendants on passenger management, defensive driving, and company safety procedures.
• Supervise employees responsible for safety, driver hiring, and training functions.
• Monitor safety performance metrics and identify trends to proactively reduce risk.
• Develop and deliver safety meetings, coaching sessions, and ongoing safety initiatives.
• Partner closely with Operations to improve overall safety performance and regulatory compliance.
• Support DOT, FMCSA, state, and company compliance initiatives.
• Promote a positive safety culture focused on education, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• One of the following:
  Minimum of one year of experience as an Assistant Location Safety Manager with five years of transportation or operations experience, or an equivalent combination of college education and relevant safety, transportation or operational leadership experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Relevant safety certifications are preferred, including OSHA 10-Hour Training or equivalent.
• Knowledge of FMCSA, federal, state, and local transportation safety regulations, as well as environmental compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of accident investigations, safety compliance, driver coaching, and regulatory reporting.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with timekeeping, payroll, and operational software systems is preferred.
• Comfortable using technology to support daily operations, including mobile applications, shared drives, electronic reporting systems, and other business technologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with employees at all levels, including drivers, operations leadership, customers, school district representatives, union officials, and community partners.
• Fluent in English.
• Reliable personal vehicle for travel throughout the assigned service area, including Stamford and Darien.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining and promoting a Safety First culture.
• This position is subject to DOT drug testing and physical requirements. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

First Student is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.