Executive Director, People, Safety and Risk Management

Job Description

This executive leadership role provides strategic direction and operational oversight across Human Resources, Labor & Employee Relations, Learning & Development, Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance, and Risk Management. Reporting in support of the CEO, this position partners with executive leadership to drive agencywide initiatives, ensure compliance, and align people and risk strategies with organizational goals. Serves as the Agency’s Federal Compliance Officer.

This is an exempt position in salary grade X; annual salary: Min – $216,257.60 | Max – $383,684.00. The starting salary will be within this range based on qualifications.

This position will remain open until Monday, April 6, 2026.

What You’ll Do

• Provide executive leadership over People, Safety, and Risk functions across the agency

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives aligned with organizational and legislative priorities

• Oversee HR functions including talent acquisition, labor relations, compensation, benefits, and succession planning

• Serve as chief negotiator for labor agreements and guide contract implementation

• Lead safety, environmental compliance, and regulatory programs, including Drug & Alcohol compliance

• Direct learning and development strategies, including leadership and workforce development programs

• Oversee risk management programs, including insurance, liability, workers’ compensation, and loss control

• Serve as Federal Compliance Officer overseeing EEO, ADA, Affirmative Action, and Title VI programs

• Analyze performance metrics and ensure programs meet goals, timelines, and budgets

• Collaborate with executive leadership, Board members, labor partners, and external stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, management, or related field (advanced degree preferred)

• Minimum of 10 years of senior management experience in HR, public administration, or related field

• Strong leadership experience overseeing multiple functional areas

• Expertise in labor negotiations, compliance, and organizational strategy

• Proven ability to lead large-scale initiatives and drive organizational change

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and executive presence

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Lead high-impact, agencywide initiatives that shape organizational culture and performance

• Work closely with executive leadership and influence strategic direction

• Drive innovation in workforce development, safety, and risk management

• Make a meaningful impact on employees, operations, and the community

Join a team where innovation, integrity, and strategic thinking are valued.Apply now to help shape the future of OCTA’s programs.

OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or other legally protected status.