The Supervisory Railroad Safety Specialist (Track) works for the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Office of Safety. The FRA Office of Safety promotes and regulates safety throughout the Nation's railroad industry.
This position serves as the regional expert responsible for the interpretation and administration of FRA regulations and procedures concerning railroad Track Safety Standards and Roadway Workplace Safety for railroads located within the district boundaries assigned.
As a Supervisory Railroad Safety Specialist (Track), you will: Plan and assign work to employees and establish priorities. Develop ways to improve the quality and/or quantity of work produced. Provide technical advice and guidance on track standards and practices to Railroad Safety Inspectors assigned to the district to promote uniform understanding and application of laws, rules, and regulations.
Keep their inspectors informed on the latest changes and new developments in track regulations and new legislation affecting the railroad industry. The Supervisory Railroad Safety Specialist directs and guides Railroad Safety Inspectors in the examination of various railroad records and reports to monitor compliance with applicable regulations and laws. Review and evaluate the technical work of employees.
Review inspector's violations and inspection reports for correctness and completeness and determines if the information contained in their reports is sufficient for successful prosecution if the report is submitted to Chief Council's Office. Review complaint investigation reports, waiver reports, and accident reports for accuracy, completeness, and conformity to FRA policies and procedures. Furnish information to higher headquarters representatives on these technical reports.
Provide leadership to inspectors for achieving the objectives of the Track Division's Inspection Plan. Give guidance, as needed, on obtaining and analyzing safety database statistics used to develop and update the Plan and on completing Plan action items, such as task force inspections and focused safety activities.
The ideal candidate for this position is a mission-focused senior-level professional who has experience providing guidance, interpretation, and enforcement of Federal Railroad Administration regulations and procedures concerning railroad track safety standards, and roadway workplace safety for railroads located within a specific territory, with excellent leadership skills.
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This position is with Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation.
The posted pay range is $106437 – $159575/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-18.
This is a Full Time position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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