Deputy Director of Safety Medway Air Ambulance • Lawrenceville, GA •

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Posted 07/2026 Job Description Job Summary Position Summary The Deputy Director of Safety supports the Director of Safety in the development, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of the organization's corporate safety programs. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable FAA regulations, OSHA safety and health standards, accreditation standards, and industry best practices while fostering a proactive safety culture throughout the organization. The Deputy Director of Safety serves as a key leader in managing the Safety Management System (SMS), Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP), Emergency Response Program (ERP), Internal Evaluation Program (IEP), audit processes, and safety risk management activities for fixed-wing air ambulance operations conducted under 14 CFR Parts 135 and 91. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Safety Management System (SMS) Assist in the administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the company Safety Management System (SMS). Monitor compliance with FAA SMS requirements and industry best practices. Facilitate safety risk management (SRM) activities, including hazard identification, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies. Track and analyze safety performance indicators (SPIs) and safety performance targets (SPTs). Conduct trend analysis and prepare safety performance reports for executive leadership. Promote a positive safety culture through employee engagement and communication initiatives. Regulatory Compliance Maintain adherence to OSHA safety and health standards. Monitor compliance with all applicable FAA regulations, including 14 CFR Part 135 and Part 91 requirements. Maintain current knowledge of FAA guidance, advisory circulars, policy changes, and industry standards. Support interactions with FAA Principal Inspectors and regulatory authorities. Assist in preparing for FAA inspections, audits, and surveillance activities. Ensure corrective actions resulting from regulatory findings are effectively implemented and tracked. Requirements Qualifications Required Education Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Safety Management, Aviation Management, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent aviation experience. Required Experience Minimum 5 years of aviation safety, flight operations, maintenance, quality assurance, or regulatory compliance experience. Minimum 3 years of experience in Part 135 operations. Experience with aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS). Experience conducting aviation audits and investigations. Experience administering ASAP or voluntary safety reporting programs. Experience with emergency response planning and crisis management. Preferred Experience Air ambulance or medical transport aviation experience. Management or supervisory experience. Experience with EURAMI, NAAMTA, and ARGUS accreditation processes. Experience interacting directly with FAA regulatory oversight personnel. Experience managing Internal Evaluation Programs (IEP). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Comprehensive knowledge of FAA Parts 135 and 91 regulations. Thorough understanding of SMS principles and ICAO safety management concepts. Knowledge of aviation risk management methodologies. Strong investigative and root cause analysis skills. Knowledge of ASAP administration and reporting processes. Knowledge of emergency response planning and business continuity principles. Understanding of aviation accreditation standards and audit methodologies. Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive safety information. Proficiency with safety databases, audit management systems, and Microsoft Office applications. Certifications (Preferred) Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Aviation Safety Management Certificate Aviation Auditor Certification IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800 Incident Command System training ATP, Commercial Pilot, A&P, or other aviation-related certificates Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated without explicit consent of JSfirm, LLC.