Training Supervisor

About the role

Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) provides exceptional and cost-effective transportation services that consistently exceed customer expectations while promoting the principles and practices of livable communities and sustainable development. We value customer service, collaboration, diversity, fiscal accountability, innovation, sustainability and safety. Employees and representatives of BFT are expected to uphold our values and mission. The Training Supervisor is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing agency training programs that support regulatory compliance, workplace safety, and employee development. This position develops training content, coordinates and delivers training, tracks completion, and ensures programs comply with OSHA, WISHA, and other applicable requirements. The Training Supervisor promotes a culture of safety, continuous learning, and employee development.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, coordinate, and evaluate agency training programs.
• Coordinate return to work training and refresher training for employees returning from extended absences, as applicable.
• Develop engaging training materials, presentations, job aids, and other learning resources.
• Ensure training programs meet applicable OSHA, WISHA, regulatory, and agency requirements.
• Assess training needs and work with departments and subject matter experts to develop appropriate training solutions.
• Coordinate classroom, virtual, and hands-on training.
• Maintain training schedules, records, certifications, and required documentation.
• Track required employee training and identify upcoming or overdue requirements.
• Review and update training materials based on regulatory, policy, and operational changes.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Support employee onboarding, safety training, and ongoing professional development.
• Prepare training reports and monitor training compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: Associates Degree (BA/BS) in Business, Industrial Safety, or other relevant degree from an accredited institution and 3 years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and education. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Licenses, Certifications & Other Requirements: Be able to obtain through Ben Franklin Transit: Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) or Washington State Commercial Learner Permit with passenger endorsements and air brake restriction removed, and corresponding DOT medical certification. First Aid and CPR certification; or ability to obtain within 180‑days of employment.

Physical Requirements: Generally sedentary in nature; occasionally stand and walk; intermittently kneel, stoop, bend and twist at the waist, and reach overhead; sit for long periods of time. Rarely kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally lift, push/pull, or carry up to 40 pounds. Good vision to read print and computer screen. Hear and speak to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to include repetitive keyboarding, grasping and reaching to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and/or standard office equipment. Occasionally ascends/descends stairs and ladders while maintaining balance.

Working Conditions: Work is primarily performed in an office environment where noise, distractions, and lack of privacy may be present. Occasional work may be performed in outside environment with exposure to traffic, dust, road