Why OCTA:

Discover work that moves you in a dynamic and innovative setting. Be part of a team delivering Orange County’s transportation network of today and creating a vision for the future.

OCTA is the county’s transportation planning commission and public transit operator. With a focus on safety and accountability, we plan, fund, and implement countywide projects that include bus and rail transit, freeways and express lanes, rideshare, microtransit, paratransit, active transportation, and environmental programs.

We’re passionate about creating a balanced, equitable and sustainable transportation system that reflects the diverse travel needs of the county’s 34 cities and 3.2 million residents. 

Our employees rated OCTA as a top workplace in Orange County. Come join us on our mission of keeping Orange County moving.

Overview:

Under general direction, performs a variety of progressively more complex duties related to regulatory compliance programs, risk mitigation, regulatory training, and program evaluation. Implements and administers the following agency-wide safety compliance programs and serves as the subject-matter expert.

1. Federal Drug & Alcohol Compliance Program (49 CFR Parts 40 and 655)
2. National Transit Database (NTD) Safety and Security Reporting
3. California Department of Motor Vehicles Pull Notice Program 
4. Driver Record Information, Verification, and Enforcement (E-DRIVE) Application
5. Emergency Action Plan (fire/evacuation/shelter-in-place)

Provides technical guidance and interpretation of Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance’s (HSEC’s) regulatory issues to support all divisions and functions of the Agency. 

This is an exempt position in Salary Grade ­­205: Min $97,864.00 – Mid $116,896.00 – Max $135,928.00 annually. The starting salary will be within this range based on qualifications.

The position will remain open until a candidate is selected.

This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to this job.

Displays High Integrity & Honesty: Takes personal responsibility, acts with honesty and consistency.

Has Technical and Professional Expertise: Has the technical skills, product knowledge and professional skills to do the job.

• Develops and implements health and safety compliance programs for Agency-wide operations. Determines the applicable HSEC programs to be implemented and ensures programs/policies are continuously updated according to the current regulations. 
• Leads the Drug & Alcohol Compliance Program, serves as the Designated Employer Representative (DER) / Drug and Alcohol Program Manager (DAPM), manages random selections, oversees contracts, documentation, collection, and Medical Review Officer (MRO) processes, and manages the annual Management Information System (MIS) report.
• Administers the National Transit Database (NTD) safety & security reporting, compiles monthly data, performs annual close-out analyses, responds to FTA validation inquiries, and coordinates incident reporting with contractors.
• Maintains and updates policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and manuals to ensure alignment with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Inspects and audits programs and program data.
• Prepares incident trend analyses and reports to drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Maintains and updates the agency-wide Emergency Action Plan and quick-reference guides.
• Plans and reviews site evacuation and shelter-in-place training options.
• Conducts all regulatory required training and ensures all training materials and transfer of knowledge techniques are applicable to the workplace.

Builds Relationships: Is trusted by others, is aware and supportive of needs of individuals and balances results with individual needs.

• Manages relationships with external vendors (testing facilities) and regulators (FTA, DMV), and partners with internal teams (HR, IT, Operations).
• Collaborates and works effectively with multiple departments and personnel.

Communicates Powerfully & Prolifically: Shares insights on issues/problems, clarifies purpose and links that purpose to actions.

• Serves on cross-functional committees and presents clear written and verbal briefings to staff at all levels in the Agency.

Solves Problems & Analyzes Issues: Has and applies problem analysis and problem-solving skills on a technical and interpersonal level.

• Manages all internal and external compliance audits and tracks observations to closure.
• Prepares and presents analytical studies of compliance related topics
• Drives continuous improvement of HSEC programs and supports OCTA’s Safety Management System (SMS) approach.

Any combination of education or experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Program/Project Management, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field with a minimum of five years related experience in program oversight, including three years of administrating and overseeing regulatory compliance activities.  Prior experience in worker training, worksite evaluation, and program audits. A master’s degree or relevant professional certification is desired.

Working Conditions/Physical Activities:

(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OCTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

Positions in this class typically require:

• Work may be performed in a stressful, fast-paced office environment, depending upon assignment.
• Ability to understand verbal communication and to respond effectively.
• Reaching, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, and Repetitive Motions in computer use.

Hazardous Conditions:

Positions in this class may also include these factors:

• Hazardous physical conditions/materials.
• Atmospheric conditions.
• Extreme temperatures.
• Intense noise.
• Travel.

Compensation and Benefits:

OCTA offers an attractive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision health insurance programs, flex time (may be available), paid sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement, deferred compensation plan, educational reimbursement, excellent in-house training programs, free transportation passes for the employee and dependents, wellness and ergonomic programs, and much more. OCTA has a hybrid remote work program. Eligibility is dependent on manager’s approval.

OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or other legally protected status.