Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Joseph Macdonald

Anacortes,WA

Summary

Accomplished leader with extensive experience at Skagit Transit, specializing in risk management and workforce management. Excelled in enhancing team morale, achieving company objectives, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Proven track record in coaching and mentoring, with a focus on surpassing goals through strategic planning and performance optimization. Demonstrates exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager of Safety and Training

Skagit Transit
Burlington, WA
08.2024 - Current
  • Managed risk by developing and implementing effective risk management strategies.
  • Enhanced team morale and retention through recognition programs and career development opportunities.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to achieve company objectives.
  • Conducted performance reviews for team members.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback and coaching for team development.
  • Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
  • Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
  • Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Director of Safety and Training

Skagit Transit
Burlington, WA
12.2022 - 08.2024

Manager of Safety and Security

Skagit Transit
Burlington, , WA
01.2019 - 12.2022

Safety Supervisor

Skagit Transit
Burlington, WA
05.2018 - 01.2019

Operations Supervisor

Skagit Transit
Burlington, WA
01.2008 - 05.2018

Coach Operator

Skagit Transit
Burlington, WA
07.1994 - 01.2008

Child Care Counselor

Secret Harbor School
Anacortes, WA
01.1991 - 11.1993

Commercial Fisherman

Exceller Fisheries
Bellingham, WA
06.1985 - 12.1990

Child Care Counseler

Secret Harbor School
Anacortes, WA
09.1978 - 05.1985

Education

High School Diploma -

Anacortes High School
Anacortes
06-1977

Skills

  • Risk management
  • Workforce management
  • Budget control
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Project management
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Expense tracking
  • Schedule preparation
  • Safety procedures
  • Team leadership
  • Performance evaluations
  • Work prioritization

Affiliations

  • Hking,
  • Golf
  • Softball,
  • Volunteer at local food banks and emergency shelter.

Accomplishments

  • Board of Directors member, Washington State Transit Insurance Pool, 2018 - Present
  • President, Washington State Transit Insurance pool Board of Directors, December, 2024 - Present
  • 30 - year employee at Skagit Transit

Certification

  • OSHA certified safety inspector

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Manager of Safety and Training

Skagit Transit
08.2024 - Current

Director of Safety and Training

Skagit Transit
12.2022 - 08.2024

Manager of Safety and Security

Skagit Transit
01.2019 - 12.2022

Safety Supervisor

Skagit Transit
05.2018 - 01.2019

Operations Supervisor

Skagit Transit
01.2008 - 05.2018

Coach Operator

Skagit Transit
07.1994 - 01.2008

Child Care Counselor

Secret Harbor School
01.1991 - 11.1993

Commercial Fisherman

Exceller Fisheries
06.1985 - 12.1990

Child Care Counseler

Secret Harbor School
09.1978 - 05.1985

High School Diploma -

Anacortes High School

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