Chief Safety and Security Officer

• Collaborates with the Executive Team to support and achieve the organization's goals.
• Manages staff, including direct or indirect supervisory oversight for all team members.
• Assumes full management responsibility for safety and environmental protection programs, transit security, and emergency preparedness.
• Oversees coordination of security activities with CMPD and other local police agencies.
• Ensures compliance with required Safety Plans for the FTA and FRA.
• Maintains relationships with oversight and regulatory authorities.
• Directs the collection and analysis of safety information and ensures continuous monitoring of the FTA's SMS.
• Incorporates safety and security measures in the design and construction of new capital projects.
• Develops and oversees the division budget, forecasting staffing and equipment needs.
• Monitors CATS Safety and Security programs to ensure successful attainment of goals and metrics.
• Serves as the chief investigator for rail and bus accidents and oversees incident reporting processes.
• Conducts safety audits, emergency drills, and investigates accidents to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Develops policies, codes, safety standards, and procedures for operational policies.
• Maintains emergency preparedness standards and monitors regulatory compliance.
• Supervises video security surveillance and researches technologies for effective application.
• Manages security and safety emergencies on a 24-hour on-call basis.
• Directs risk management, insurance/litigation, and loss prevention programs.
• Analyzes and updates policies and procedures to promote a safe working environment.
• Develops training programs to reduce accidents and expand safety awareness.
• Models expected behavior for all employees and maintains cooperative relationships with other departments.

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