Lead safety operations at Zūm, ensuring a culture of safety and compliance in a dynamic transportation environment.
Posted by employer 4 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 week ago
Last verified on the company career page 5 days ago
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, years of experience, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Safety Manager at Zūm is responsible for overseeing all aspects of safety operations, including program development, training, and incident management. This role requires expertise in safety regulations and a proactive approach to fostering a culture of safety among employees and students. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in safety advocacy and experience in dynamic transportation settings. Zūm's commitment to innovation and safety positions this role as critical in ensuring the well-being of the communities it serves.
Quick facts
- Is the Safety Manager role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in San Francisco, CA.
- Where is the role based?
- Zūm is hiring for this position in San Francisco, CA.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Zūm targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Safety Manager role at Zūm.
From the original posting
About Zūm:
Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility market – the largest segment of the mass mobility industry – Zūm CMX is transforming a daily source of anxiety and disruption into a reliable, transparent, and efficient mobility experience for students and families. Today, more than 6,500 schools rely on Zūm CMX. Recognized globally for its innovative approach and operational execution, Zūm has been named to Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies, CNBC Disruptor 50 and Changemakers, the World Economic Forum, and the Financial Times’ Fastest Growing Companies lists. Zūm is backed by leading investors including Sequoia Capital, GIC, TPG, and Softbank.
About the Role
We're seeking an experienced Safety Manager to lead safety operations at our San Francisco location. This role encompasses the complete safety lifecycle—from program development and training implementation to incident management and regulatory compliance. You'll build a culture of behavioral safety, manage safety department staff, and establish best-in-class safety standards that protect employees, students, and the communities we serve. You'll be the guardian of our most important value, ensuring every person arrives home safely every day.
What Makes You Successful in This Role
You're a passionate safety advocate with a commitment to zero incidents. You balance proactive prevention with responsive incident management in dynamic transportation environments. You make safety training engaging and memorable, turning compliance requirements into genuine behavior change. You analyze incident data, conduct field observations with drivers, present safety metrics to district administrators, and investigate accident scenes with equal confidence. You interpret regulations, influence behavior through clear communication, and build a culture where safety is everyone's responsibility.