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Chief Safety Officer
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Executive Director Professional Design Boards (PROGRAM MANAGER II)
State of Maryland - LABOR - Occupational and Professional Licensing 1 —Baltimore, MD
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Chief Information Officer (CIO) (PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR II)
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- Online Application
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- Bachelor's degree
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Chief Financial Officer (Executive IX)
State of Maryland - MD State Department of Education —Baltimore, MD
- $175,000 - $200,000 a year
- Online Application
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Director of Safety and Risk Management (DOT Executive IV)
Maryland Department of Transportation —Anne Arundel County, MD
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- Full-time
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- Bachelor's degree
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Chief Financial Officer (DOT Executive VIII)
Maryland Department of Transportation —Baltimore, MD
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- Full-time
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- 5 years
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- Dental insurance
Deputy Director of Non-Aeronautical Revenue (DOT Executive V)
Maryland Department of Transportation —Anne Arundel County, MD
- $113,157 - $178,453 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- 5 years

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Chief Safety Officer

Maryland Department of Transportation -
Baltimore, MD

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Job Details

Full-time
$137,450 - $216,759 a year

Qualifications

Staff supervision
Team supervision
General management
Senior leadership

Full Job Description

Maryland Transit Administration

Chief Safety Officer (DOT Executive VIII (8086))

Executive Service

**Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply**

Looking for a rewarding career with excellent benefits and the opportunity to make a daily impact? The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) invites you to apply and join a team dedicated to serving the residents of Maryland through reliable, customer-focused transit services every day.

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is seeking an experienced and dynamic Chief Safety Officer to lead and oversee the safety functions across our six transit modes. The Chief Safety Officer (CSO) is a strategic executive leader responsible for shaping and advancing the safety vision of a complex, 24/7 transit system. This role requires a decisive and collaborative professional who can effectively navigate real-time operational challenges while fostering a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the CSO provides strategic direction and operational oversight, ensuring the development, implementation, and effectiveness of safety policies across all MTA operations, including contracted services. The CSO also serves as a primary representative to external partners, regulators, and the public, communicating with clarity, confidence, and transparency.

Reporting directly to the MTA Administrator, the CSO leads efforts to minimize operational risk through a comprehensive Safety Management System (SMS) and a strong safety culture. The role fulfills the responsibilities of SMS Executive in accordance with 49 CFR Part 673 and ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including 49 CFR Parts 40, 655, 671–674, and 270, as well as OSHA, FTA, FRA, EPA, and NFPA standards. Additionally, the CSO oversees safety requirements for complex transit projects and manages environmental compliance, requiring exceptional communication skills and the ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and lead the following safety programs/functions:

Operational Safety for MARC, Light Rail, Metro Subway, Core Bus, Mobility, and Commuter Bus Services:
- Safety Management System (SMS)
- Safety and Security Certification Program
- DOT Compliance (Drug & Alcohol and Medical)
- Emergency Management
- OSHA Compliance for Construction and General Industry
- Environmental Compliance
- Technical and Safety Training
- Transit Claims
- Workers’ Compensation
Advise the Administrator (CEO/Accountable Executive) and senior leaders on ongoing safety-related issues and high-priority hazards impacting the agency.
Ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, specifically ensuring adherence to 49 CFR Parts 671-674 and coordinating with officials from SSOA, FTA, FRA, FMCSA, NTSB, MOSH, MDE, and EPA.
Drive continuous improvement by regularly conducting inspections, overseeing audit planning and stakeholder interviews, and assisting in the development of findings and corrective actions.
Manage and strategically allocate the department’s annual budget of $45 million, ensuring effective use of resources.
Implement and monitor core SMS components and processes throughout the agency to provide leadership with the necessary training, tools, and support for success.
Develop and refine safety management policies, including the Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) and MARC System Safety Program Plan (SSPP).
Develop, monitor, and continuously improve safety data tracking systems to analyze trends and facilitate ongoing communication between internal and external stakeholders regarding policies and safety performance targets.
Represent MTA at industry meetings and maintain relationships with governmental agencies, including the SSOA.
Must be available for evening/weekend work and on-call for emergencies and accident investigations.

Additional Focus Areas:

Project Oversight:

Review and analyze construction drawings/specifications for safety and security compliance across bus, rail, and capital projects.
Conduct safety-engineering surveys and assist in the preparation of design packages.

Technical and Safety Training:

Oversee training programs for operation staff positions and agency-wide safety initiatives.

Incident Management:

Lead accident/incident investigations and ensure compliance with FTA/FRA/NTSB/MOSH during such events.
Communicate findings and recommendations to executive leadership.

Location: Baltimore City

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Occupational Health, System Safety, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred).

Experience: 8-9 years of executive-level experience in safety and compliance within regulated industries (e.g., transportation, rail). Proven track record in implementing safety management systems and ensuring regulatory compliance. Three (3) years of the required experience must have involved the supervision of employees.

Notes:

Additional experience in administrative or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
Additional graduate-level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of thirty credit hours on a year-to-year basis of the required general experience.
Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.

Licenses & Certifications

Candidates appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
Currently holds Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Program – Rail (or ability to receive credential within 3 years of hire).

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