At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation. MBTA’s core values are built around safety, service, equity, and sustainability and each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values. This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

The Deputy Director of Occupational Health and Safety is a senior management position and will assist the Director of Occupational Safety in developing, implementing, and monitoring the MBTA's Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) programs, policies, and procedures to comply with Federal and State regulations and conform with industry best practices.

• Assist, support, and take direction from the Director of Occupational Safety in carrying out MBTA's goals for employee health and safety.
• Manage and oversee OHS and workplace safety programs across the organization.
• Provide effective direction, supervision, leadership, project management, and oversight to a team of MBTA employees, consultants, and contractors working to develop, implement, and monitor multiple workplace safety programs simultaneously on an accelerated timeline.
• Oversee and direct investigations of occupational injuries, illnesses, incidents, and near-miss events; and prepare and submit required reports and correspondence to Mass Department of Labor Standards (DLS) and other applicable regulatory agencies.
• Manage the MBTA's OHS data program activities, including the ongoing compilation, analysis, verification, presentation, and reporting of sensitive safety data related to employee injuries, incidents, near misses, workplace hazards, and other OHS events.
• Manage the facility inspection program and track resulting in recommendations, safety improvements, and corrective actions.
• Monitor organizational compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations, as well as MBTA policies, procedures, programs, and industry best practices related to OHS.
• Represent MBTA Safety on a variety of interdepartmental boards, committees, and working groups.
• Prepare specialized reports, including Hazard Assessments, System Safety Assessments, and Root Cause Analyses, to identify direct or contributing factors and recommend mitigations and corrective actions.
• Assist with directing and coordinating with all Authority departments to ensure that all safety-related activities conducted by departments are performed in accordance with the MBTA OHS Safety Plan, and other program documents, and in compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Support the Chief Safety Officer, Chief of Operational Safety, Director of Occupational Safety, and the entire MBTA Safety Division. 
• Prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Assist in the recruitment, training, discipline, and promotion of MBTA Safety personnel.
• Respond, either directly or through others, to emergencies twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
• Participate in the department's budget committee to develop, administer, maintain, and oversee the department's annual budget; make recommendations and forecasts for future funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and services; reviews and approve division expenditures and implements adjustments.
• Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites and to assist at emergencies and/or events as needed.
• Respond to each inquiry, whether from a customer, vendor, or co-worker in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the Authority's customer service quality standard.
• Uphold the rights and interest of a workforce by ensuring the fair and consistent application and strict adherence to the rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the Authority including the EEO, Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment and Anti-Retaliation policies.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Physical Sciences, Engineering, or related field.
• Five (5) years of experience in leading, managing, developing, implementing, and/or monitoring occupational health and safety, transportation safety, or system safety engineering programs. 
• Two (2) years leadership, supervisory, and/or management experience. 
• Demonstrated working knowledge/understanding of 29 CFR Part 1910 (General Industry) and/or 29 CFR Part 1926 (Construction Industry) OSHA regulations.
• Ability to complete OSHA Safety training including but not limited to OSHA 30 for General Industry within the first year of employment.
• Ability to complete, apply, and adhere to concepts in safety training including but not limited to SMS Fundamentals, ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 as well as courses offered on websites hosted by MassDOT, FEMA, and TSI within the first month of employment.
• Ability to complete a Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Program (PTSCTP) within three (3) years of employment.
• Completed courses offered on websites hosted by MassDOT, FEMA, and TSI.  
• Ability to perform all tasks safely with proper PPE. Ability to perform and oversee that tasks are performed to ensure the safety of MBTA employees, contractors, ridership, and the general public, and critical infrastructure.
• Effective organizational, analytical, confidentiality, quantitative, multi-tasking and time management skills. 
• The ability to effectively communicate with regulatory agencies, community organizations.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and database applications.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in an appropriate manner.
• Excellent customer service, conflict resolution, negotiation, communication, speaking and writing skills.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to work any and all shifts and/or locations as assigned or directed; be available to work twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
• Ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce. 

• A High School Diploma or GED with an additional twelve (12) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelor's degree requirement. 
• An Associate Degree from an accredited institution, an additional eight (8) years of directly related experience substitutes for the Bachelor's Degree requirement. 
• A Master's degree in a related subject substitutes for three (3) years of general experience. 
• A nationally recognized certification or statewide/professional certification in a related field substitutes for one year of experience.   

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Five (5) years of demonstrated project management and/or contract oversight experience.
• Master's degree from an accredited institution in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Public Administration, Management, or related field.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), OSHA Outreach Trainer, Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent safety-related certification.
• Three (3) years of experience in the transportation field with a concentration in occupational health and safety program implementation or oversight.
• Working knowledge/understanding of 49 CFR Part 659/674 (FTA State Safety Oversight Program), 49 CFR Parts 200-299 (FRA Regulations), and/or 454 CMR 25 (DLS Regulations).
• Expertise in OSHA standards and/or certification in the areas of general industry (29 CFR 1910) and/or construction (29 CFR 1926).
• Relevant safety training courses such as those provided by the Transportation Safety Institute or equivalent.
• Possession of Transportation Safety Institute (TSI) Transit Safety and Security Program (TSSP) Certificate.
• Experience in the transit industry with commuter, heavy rail, light rail, and/or bus systems.
• Experience with transportation equipment, such as vehicles, track, structures, facilitates, power, signals, communication, and control systems.  

Job Conditions:

• Ability to effectively read, comprehend, communicate, and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English.
• Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston, MA metro area, as required by the role.
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team (or supervise, if required).
• Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers.
• Ability to adhere to rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the MBTA, including the EEO, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation policies.
• Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate), including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).
• Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, comprehensive background screening, and / or medical Clinic screening, potentially including a physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings.
• Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned, directed, or necessary for this position, including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions, emergencies, or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service.
• Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled full or part-time in an accredited educational program and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for the entire duration of the internship / co-op. Additionally, interns / co-ops must have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting their positions and throughout the duration of their program.

Disclaimers and Definitions:

1. General Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary, general nature, and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position.
2. Application Completion: It is each applicant’s responsibility to ensure application details are entered completely and correctly, including updated work and education histories (past and current). Incomplete applications may not be considered. Attachments do not substitute for application fields. Recruitment team does not have access to existing employee data / history.
3. Application Deadlines: Applicants should apply as soon as possible, as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established.
4. Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. See job description for role-specific requirements.
5. Work Eligibility: Although the MBTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer and on an unrestricted basis (the MBTA does not sponsor non-US citizens). However, if you have an unrestricted work authorization, or sponsored by a separate entity, you are welcome to apply for open positions. International students taking part in CPT / STEM / OPT programs through a university are eligible for internships and co-ops with the MBTA, but a valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Number are required prior to starting work. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S.
6. Interviews: Candidates should ensure they arrive on time, are prepared, can remain for the duration, and if remote, are in a quiet place without distraction, for the interview. Candidates who do not attend their interview without advance authorization, including an email confirmation of a rescheduled time/date from Human Resources, will be considered a no-show and disqualified from consideration for the position. Related to rescheduling, on a one-time basis, and due to something emergent, you may be allowed to reschedule the interview. In addition, Human Resources may require documentation supporting the request. However, should you need to reschedule, you will need to contact your Recruiter directly by email.
7. Safety Sensitive Positions: Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing.
8. On-call or 24/7 Positions: Employees working in this classification must be available to respond to page / text / call and report to work as determined by assigned department or the Authority.
9. Essential / Emergency Staff: During declared "states of emergency," employees working in this classification are required to report to work for their assigned work hours or as directed by management.
10. ADA Accommodations: The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process, please contact the MBTA's ADA Unit at 617-222-5751 or hradaaa@mbta.com.
11. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The MBTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. For terms, descriptions, and definitions related to diversity, equity, inclusion, veteran status, and immediate family members that you may find on the application form, please visit mbta.com/careers-app-definitions.
12. Intern / Co-Op / Fellow Benefits: Employees taking part in an internship, co-op, or fellowship at the MBTA are eligible to receive accrued paid sick leave as well as a monthly transportation pass, based on city from which the employee commutes to work, at no cost. However, no additional benefits are currently offered for interns, co-ops, or fellows.