On-Site Work Statement:

This opportunity is a hybrid opportunity allowing for flexibility between virtual and in-person work subject to the Authority's telework policy.

Marketing Statement:

Metro is seeking candidates for the position of Safety Certification Specialist with expertise in documentation auditing and visual inspection skills to analyze the adherence to safety standards, design criteria and technical specifications. The Safety Certification Specialist provide direct support and subject matter expertise for the execution of Metro's Safety & Security Certification Program. This program is a key element of the Agency Safety Plan and Safety Management System (SMS) strategy. The Safety Certification Specialists ensure that design and operating hazards are identified, evaluated, and adequately mitigated before projects go into service. If you are interested in working with people of various disciplines to assist Metro in maintaining the safety of its transportation system, then this is the job for you.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Safety Management, or related field
  • In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a High School Diploma or GED and four (4) years of experience in an Electrical, Mechanical, Structural or related field, in addition to the experience stated below, will be considered

Experience

• Four (4) years of experience with auditing, inspection, requirements management, OSHA compliance, Transit Operations, Maintenance, or Safety

Certification/Licensure

• N/A

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• The USDOT Transportation Institute Transit (TSI) Safety and Security Program (TSSP-Rail and/or TSSP-Bus) certificate
• Experience in Transit Safety

Medical Group

Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

SUMMARY

The Safety Certification Specialist provides direct support and subject matter expertise for the execution of Metro's Safety & Security Certification Program. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that design and operating hazards and security vulnerabilities are identified, evaluated, and adequately mitigated before the commencement of service for all required projects throughout the Metro agency. This role partners with project management staff and their contractors to verify that technical specifications, design criteria, safety and security codes, standards, and industry practices are all adhered to throughout the project lifecycle.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Participates in the design review process for Metro project designs, in order to identify hazards and vulnerabilities that require mitigation.
• Verifies that safety and security requirements are identified, incorporated into, and achieved during project design, construction/installation, testing, and start-up through development of checklists and the conduction of audits and inspections that occur throughout the project lifecycle.
• Mitigates potential safety hazards and security issues at the earliest possible phase of the project, with resolutions tracked and documented.
• Facilitates the creation of new or necessary changes to existing system safety plans, system security plans, operating and maintenance plans and procedures, rulebooks, and training programs, where appropriate.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Conduct performance monitoring for projects undergoing certification.
• Participates in the development and execution of safety activities and initiatives and the implementation of corporate safety practices, policies and programs.
• Communicates and interfaces with various departments within WMATA as well as external oversight agencies including the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) & Washington Metropolitan Safety Commission (WMSC) on Safety Certification activities.
• Attends all required departmental and agency-wide safety meetings.

The functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria
Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.
Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:

• Skills and/or behavioral assessment
• Personal interview
• Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
• Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
• Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
• Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.
This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.