Transportation: Safety&Compliance Lead, Western Alberta (Jasper)

We are accepting applications for the following:

Position:

Transportation: Safety&Compliance Lead

Location:

Educational Service Centre– Edson, Alberta

Start Date:

July 6, 2026, or upon mutually agreeable date.

Hours of work:

37.5 hours per week (1.0FTE), Monday to Friday

The competition will remain open until June 5, 2026 at 12:00pm MST.

Reports to:

Director, Transportation Services

The Transportation Lead plays a key leadership role in ensuring legislative compliance, operational safety, driver competency, and the continuous improvement of transportation services. This position reports directly to the Director of Transportation Services and works collaboratively with trainers, bus drivers, heavy‑duty technicians, school administrators, and other division staff to promote a strong culture of safety and accountability.

Roles and Responsibilities

Lead the Division Driver Training School, delivering Class 2, S‑Endorsement, refresher, and routine safety training.

Supervise the team of Licensed Driving Instructors (LDI), providing ongoing training and routine evaluations.

Conduct driver evaluations (new hires, in‑training, return to work) and routine assessments of existing drivers.

Perform functional assessments and post‑incident reviews.

Maintain accurate training and competency records while promoting consistent professional and safety expectations.

Ensure compliance with National Safety Code standards, Alberta Transportation regulations, and Alberta Education requirements, including reviewing the Division Carrier Profile and Safety&Maintenance plan.

Manage Class 2 road test appointments.

Coordinate external training programs for drivers, including Air Brakes and First Aid.

Assist the Director with collision investigations and transportation‑related incidents, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions.

Monitor compliance with trip inspections, hours of service, maintenance records, and CVIP requirements.

Conduct internal audits of records in collaboration with the Director of Transportation Services.

Perform safety assessments of bus stops, routes, loading zones, and yard operations, identifying hazards and recommending risk‑reduction strategies.

Manage the annual Route Assessment review process.

Foster a positive safety culture through clear communication, safety education for students and staff, and leadership of safety meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.

Partner with internal routing and operations staff to embed safety considerations in daily service delivery and lead student and driver safety initiatives, including semi‑annual Bus Evacuation drills.

Support inclement weather assessments and collaborate with external partners to monitor road conditions for service continuity.

Coordinate assessment and deployment of specialized transportation equipment under the Director’s direction and Division safety requirements.

Act as the department lead for the Division’s OH&S team.

Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of National Safety Code standards and Alberta transportation legislation.

Experience in school bus operations, fleet compliance, or transportation safety management.

Strong investigative, analytical, and documentation skills.

Well‑developed interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Ability to provide effective coaching, training, and performance feedback.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite products.

Valid Class 1 or 2 operator’s licence with S‑Endorsement.

In‑Vehicle Class 2 and School Bus Driver Improvement Program Instructor Certificate (or willingness to obtain it).

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