Quality & Safety Manager

Location: Sacramento, California, United States Via is using technology to transform transportation around the world. From changing a single person’s daily commute to reducing humanity’s collective environmental footprint — we’ve got huge goals. As a Quality & Safety Manager you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest levels of safety, service quality, and operational efficiency for our transit services. You will be responsible for supervising and training drivers, managing on-the-road performance, responding to incidents, and maintaining service standards. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to fostering a culture of safety and excellence. **This is an in-person position with the expectation that you will be in the field 2-3 days per week** What You’ll Do: Conduct on-the-road supervision, including ride-alongs and shadowing, to ensure compliance with safety and service standards. Monitor and evaluate driver interactions and adherence to safety protocols, providing constructive feedback and coaching. Partner with the Field Manager to provide continuous training, including initial, remedial, and refresher courses. Deliver hands-on coaching on best practices, safety procedures, and service expectations. Lead post-accident and post-incident protocols, serving as the Designated Employer Representative (DER) for DOT compliance. Act as the primary point of contact for urgent operational issues, implementing real-time solutions to ensure service continuity. Review and assess complaint reports, driver feedback, and training session documentation. Conduct training needs assessments and implement necessary improvements. 85% on-the-road supervision, 15% training and administrative duties. Who You Are: Experience in transit supervision, transportation management, or a similar field preferred. Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide drivers. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make quick, effective decisions in dynamic situations. Strong communication skills for effective feedback delivery and conflict resolution. Knowledge of DOT regulations, safety standards, and ADA/paratransit compliance is a plus. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam, drug test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle records check is mandatory for employment. Compensation and Benefits: Final salary will be determined by the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skills. Salary reflected does not include equity or variable pay, where applicable Salary Range: $25-30hr Expected hours: 20-30 hours per week, including on evening and/or weekend coverage Ready to join the ride? Via is an equal opportunity employer.