Area Safety Manager- Eastern MA

First for a reason: At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer. Area Safety Manager Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday Salary Range: $82,000 - $95,000 annually Additional Compensation: Car allowance provided Travel: Approximately 80% travel within the assigned geographic area Drive Your Career Forward with First Student! As an Area Safety Manager, you will play a key role supporting safety initiatives across multiple locations within your designated geographic area. You will partner closely with Area General Managers and location leadership teams to drive safety culture, ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and lead continuous improvement to mitigate risks. Why Join First Student? Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays Employee discounts on cell phone plans, car purchases, and travel Tremendous career advancement opportunities within a leading transportation company Positive and supportive work environment focused on safety and teamwork Ongoing training and development programs What You'll Do: Collaborate with Regional and Location Safety Directors, Location Managers, and Maintenance Managers to develop and deploy safety provisions within budget and guidance Identify underperforming locations and work with location teams to analyze and implement continuous safety improvements Lead comprehensive incident investigations and ensure corrective actions and lessons learned are communicated and executed Share best practices and innovative problem-solving strategies across locations Support claims management and litigation processes in coordination with Risk Management and workers' compensation administrators Oversee driver trainer staffing levels and support driver onboarding efforts Assist locations in determining appropriate remedial actions for safety events and review disciplinary actions with HR and Operations Monitor location compliance with safety policies, regulations, and training standards Prepare and present monthly safety performance reports and analysis to Area General Managers and senior leadership Conduct safety wellness checks and audits at locations, with more frequent reviews at high-risk sites Lead and support safety training programs for new and existing staff, including Regional Train-the-Trainer workshops Utilize safety and operational technology tools such as Focus, Zonar, and Safety Care database to assess and improve safety performance Travel extensively (up to 80%) to locations within assigned area What You Bring: Minimum of 7 years of safety or transportation experience At least 5 years of fleet transportation management experience Strong commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement Demonstrated leadership, decision-making, and team-building skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other operational software Advanced technology skills with safety and operational management tools Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to analyze data, perform root cause analyses, and train others effectively Ability to work independently and in team settings in a fast-paced environment Required certifications: OSHA 10-hour, Collision Investigation training, Smith System Defensive Driving Instructor certification, and State/Provincial Instructor Certification in at least one state within the region Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively Ability to move about office and field environments efficiently Apply today and become a vital part of a company dedicated to safety, operational excellence, and community impact! In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request MISSION Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential. FOCUS ON SAFETY Safety is at the heart of everything we do CARE FOR OUR STUDENTS Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure SURPASS CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities FOSTER TEAMWORK Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion SET THE HIGHEST STANDARDS Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence