Associate Administrator for Transit Safety Oversight

Federal Transit Administration • Washington, DC, United States • Posted July 27, 2026

Location Washington, DC
Job Type Full-time
Category other-general
Posted July 27, 2026
Summary The incumbent serves as the Federal Transit Administration's (FTA's) Associate Administrator for Transit Safety Oversight. The primary mission of this position is to provide executive level management of a multi-disciplinary staff to implement the FTA Safety Program. The incumbent will manage FTA programs designed to improve safety across public transportation services and facilities and develop and ensure compliance with FTA transit safety regulations. Responsibilities The Associate Administrator for Transit Safety Oversight: As the senior FTA expert in safety, the incumbent will oversee major programs having national and international focus, major political emphasis, the highest visibility and great impact on the lives and safety of people in communities served by the transit industry. Serves as FTA's Chief Safety Officer and liaison with other elements of the Department and other Federal agencies on transit safety and emergency response matters. Ensures that safety including...

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