Assistant Location Safety Manager

About the role

As the Location Safety Manager, you'll serve as the local subject matter expert for safety, regulatory compliance, and driver development. This is a highly visible leadership role where you'll work with employees across the entire location to strengthen our safety culture and ensure every employee has the tools and support to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Administer the driver hiring and compliance process
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to location trainers
• Investigate vehicle accidents, incidents, and workplace injuries
• Determine accident preventability and complete all required documentation
• Prepare and submit regulatory and compliance reports
• Maintain accurate safety records and enter data into company systems
• Conduct driver observations, road checks, and performance evaluations
• Coach drivers and attendants on passenger management and safe driving practices
• Supervise employees responsible for safety, hiring, and driver training
• Analyze safety trends and recommend corrective actions
• Partner with location leadership to foster a positive, proactive safety culture
• Collaborate with drivers, maintenance, dispatch, and office staff to improve safety performance and operational excellence
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, company, and customer safety requirements

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of transportation, safety, compliance, or related operational leadership experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred
• Working knowledge of federal and state transportation safety regulations
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle for travel within the service area
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to coach and develop employees

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $52,000 - $60,000 annually
• Tremendous career advancement opportunities across more than 540 locations throughout the U.S. and Canada
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Comprehensive onboarding, training, and professional development
• Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, travel, entertainment, and more through PerkSpot
• Long-term career stability with North America's leading school transportation provider