Fitness for Duty Program Manager

Location: New Carrollton Metro Building

WMATA Reference: 240128

On-Site Work Statement: This is an on-site/in-person work opportunity.

Marketng Statement:
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is committed to fostering a culture of safety, which is exemplified by the development of a robust, industry-leading Fitness for Duty Program for over 8,000 Safety-Sensitive employees and the recruitment of a Fitness for Duty Program Manager to administer it.

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, (WMATA), Occupational Health and Wellness, (OHAW), Department is seeking a Fitness for Duty Program Manager who will lead the development, implementation, and management of the organizational policies, procedures, and objectives governing the medical, mental, and physical fitness of all safety-sensitive employees and contractors.

Responsibilities include coordinating an interdepartmental team to define and implement fitness for duty standards as well as developing key performance indicators to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role collaborates with stakeholders across the organization to evaluate and monitor Fitness for Duty outcomes and to develop and interpret analytic reports that drive strategic actions for improved safety and compliance.

The Fitness for Duty Program Manager is a mission-critical role that provides pivotal leadership to the Authority and the Safety Sensitive population in accordance with the Department of Transportation, (DOT), Federal Transit Authority (FTA), and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, (FMCSA), regulations as well as American Public Transportation Association, (APTA), industry best practices. The successful candidate will be a motivated individual with proven expertise in program management, issue-solving, and stakeholder engagement.

SUMMARY
The Fitness for Duty (FFD) Program Manager primary responsibility is to oversee and coordinate the implementation and management of the organization wide FFD program. This position ensures that there is compliance with Federal, State, and Local transit regulations by developing policies and procedures that support the program’s efficacies while reducing organizational risk. The FFD Program Manager will help establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), using industry standards and a variety of data analytical methods. The FFP program is highly regulated and impacts all levels of the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Defines, implements, and maintains the Fitness for Duty Program (FFD) and its associated policies and procedures. Ensures compliance with U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA), Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSHA), American Public Transportation Association (APTA), Washington Metrorail Safety Commission (WMSC) and WMATA regulations, standards, and requirements.
• Conducts research and makes recommendations for policies, procedures, and work instructions for complex program management problems.
• Ensures coordination and communication in reference to the FFD program among the various departments including Safety and Readiness (Occupational Health and Wellness,
• Safety Risk Management), Operations (Operations Administration), Infrastructure, and People, Culture, and Inclusion (Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Information Management, and Labor and Employee Relations).
• Establishes, analyzes, and evaluates program elements, goals, and objectives for the FFD functions.
• Collaborates with Digital Modernization to create the FFD Database & Electronic System.
• Assists FFD program elements in obtaining major approvals and agreements from internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborates with stakeholders and oversight agencies to evaluate and mitigate risk.
• Develops and implements a Quality Improvement Program to consistently meet safety and health-related metrics.
• Manages, evaluates, makes recommendations, and assists in implementation of the FFD program and performance metrics.
• Executes the program’s strategic direction by assisting inter-connected FFD projects/programs with suitable strategies and objectives for mission accomplishment.
• Translates accumulated health data into business objectives, actionable projects, and deliverables.

The functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education
A bachelor’s degree In Occupational Health, Public Health, Human Resources, Liberal Arts or a related field

In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a high school diploma or GED and four (4) years of additional experience in complex project management may be considered

Experience
Eight (8) years of experience in project management, occupational health, risk assessment, or program development

Preferred Education

• A Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Knowledge of Fitness for Duty standards such as Drug and Alcohol Compliance, Fatigue Risk Management, and/or Medical/Physical requirements.
• Project Management experience in a complex transportation sector.

Medical Group:
Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Evaluation Criteria:
Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:

• Skills and/or behavioral assessment
• Personal interview
• Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
• Criminal background check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
• Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety-sensitive positions)
• Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing:
WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.

Please apply before 4/29/2024

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