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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for transportation safety manager in the United States is $74,701.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Transportation Safety Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting best practices in transportation operations. They develop safety policies, conduct training programs, investigate accidents, and implement corrective actions to minimize risks. Additionally, they monitor compliance with federal, state, and local transportation laws and coordinate with regulatory agencies. Their goal is to create a safe working environment for drivers, employees, and the public while improving operational efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a transportation safety manager?

To thrive as a Transportation Safety Manager, you need in-depth knowledge of transportation regulations, risk assessment, and safety management, often supported by a degree in safety, logistics, or a related field. Experience with safety auditing tools, incident tracking software, and certifications such as OSHA or DOT compliance are highly valuable. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and effective communication set outstanding candidates apart in this field. These skills are crucial for ensuring compliance, minimizing safety risks, and fostering a culture of safety within transportation operations.

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Transportation Safety Managers often face challenges such as ensuring company-wide compliance with complex and frequently changing regulations, addressing human error, and maintaining safety standards across diverse teams and locations. They address these by continually updating training programs, conducting regular safety audits, and fostering open communication to encourage prompt reporting and resolution of safety issues. Additionally, they collaborate closely with operations teams, drivers, and regulatory bodies to identify and mitigate safety risks. Proactive problem-solving and ongoing education are key components in overcoming these challenges and creating a safer work environment.

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Infographic showing various Transportation Safety Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,701 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

Transportation Safety Manager

First Student, Inc.

Bridgeville, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

First Student rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 317 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 77 rated education support services

Job description

First Student is hiring a Transportation Safety Manager in Bridgeville, PA!
Salary: 58,000-62,000 based on experience
At First Student, our Location Safety Managers are a constant reflection of our company's commitment to safety and customer service.
The Location Safety Manager is responsible for providing operational oversight, providing work guidance, and delivering leadership to full safety supervisory duties.
Location Safety Manager Responsibilities:
  • Administers driver hiring and compliance process
  • Provides direction and guidance to location trainers
  • Investigates accidents, incidents, and work-related injuries and determines fault/probability
  • Prepares and submits accident-related compliance forms, maintains files, and enters in system
  • Provides assistance and training to drivers and attendants on passenger management and other safety related issues
  • Performs driver road checks of driver performance
  • Supervise employees with safety and/or driver hiring or training responsibilities
  • Provides various reports and analyzes safety trends

Location Safety Manager Experience and Skills Required:
  • 2-3 years transportation or safety-related experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues
  • Computer literacy with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Consistent attendance and punctuality
  • Possess working vehicle for travel in service area

At First Student, we are proud to offer:
Benefits:
We offer competitive compensation and benefits including physical and mental health initiatives, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and paid holidays/vacation.
Professional Advancement:
Start here. Go far. We believe in promoting from within which means tremendous opportunities for you, thanks to our strong presence across North America. In addition, our 3-to-5-month Manager-In-Development program prepares future leaders at First Student.
Extensive Training:
Build skills and knowledge in such areas as safety and security, injury prevention, technology and equipment, and job efficiency.
Diversity & Inclusion:
Because we're stronger together, we aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We're committed to providing an inclusive and diverse working environment for everyone every day.
Community Service & Impact:
Go where opportunity meets community. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As the face of First in your community, you'll have a positive impact on others.
First Students commitment to putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and an ambition to deliver dependable transportation makes for a working environment you'll love. As a huge company with 120,000 staff and over 2.5 billion customers worldwide, you'll also enjoy security, a brilliant future, and excellent training.
Apply today to join our team!
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.
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 https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.

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