Director, Safety and Environmental Compliance / Chief Safety Officer

Join the leadership team at Regional Transportation District (RTD) as its new Director, Safety and Environmental Compliance/Chief Safety Officer (DSEC/CSO). A core member of RTD’s senior leadership team, the DSEC/CSO ensures the safety of the agency’s employees, customers, facilities, and transit network by overseeing all aspects of safety and environmental compliance, ensuring the agency adheres to federal and state law while maintaining a safe working environment. Responsibilities include managing safety programs, conducting safety and environmental audits, and coordinating with regulatory agencies when necessary. Headquartered in Denver, RTD serves over 3 million people across 12 Colorado counties. The agency operates a fleet of 607 buses on 126 routes and employs more than 3,000 people with an operating budget of $1.2 billion. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a long‑term system safety strategy and manage the Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP). Establish and maintain safety standards, processes, and communication across the organization. Implement and continuously improve RTD’s Safety Management System (SMS) and Operational Risk Management (ORM) framework. Lead investigations of safety incidents, accidents, and hazards. Advising leadership on safety regulations and best practices, and ensuring compliance with environmental permits and remediation requirements. Drive a safety culture and manage performance, growth, and engagement of the safety team. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in health and safety, safety engineering, environmental health, or related engineering or physical sciences (master’s preferred). Minimum 10 years of experience in system safety principles, industrial hygiene, safety engineering, and environmental compliance. Minimum five years of supervisory experience in public transit or a similarly regulated industry. Required certifications: National Incident Management System (NIMS) Incident Command System All‑Hazards Position Specific Safety Officer training course (E/L 954), Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Program (PTSCTP), and a valid Colorado driver’s license. Preferred: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH). The expected hiring salary range for this role is between $141,115 and $199,326, depending on experience. RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, sex, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr WTS International