Lead safety operations at Zūm, ensuring a culture of safety and compliance in transportation environments.
Posted by employer 1 day ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 day ago
Last verified on the company career page 3 hours ago
What you'll build
- Lead safety operations
- Develop safety programs
- Implement training
- Manage incident response
- Ensure regulatory compliance
Must have
- Experience in safety management
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to analyze incident data
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 creating a culture of safety within the organization. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in safety management, particularly in dynamic transportation settings, and a commitment to achieving zero incidents. Zūm emphasizes the importance of safety in its mission to provide reliable mobility solutions for students and communities.
Joblaze insights
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Listed yesterday
— first seen on Joblaze November 12, 2026.
Last confirmed on Zūm's careers page November 13, 2026.
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This exact title is also open at 1 other location at Zūm:
Howard County, MD.
Quick facts
- Is the Safety Manager role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Roanoke, VA.
- Where is the role based?
- Zūm is hiring for this position in Roanoke, VA.
- 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 Howard County, MD 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.