Drug and Alcohol Program Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Drug and Alcohol Program Specialist

Airlines and Aviation 

$26.00 per hour 

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Columbus, Ohio Near Easton (onsite)

Contract Through March 2027

Why You’ll Love This Job:

• Some nights and weekends will be involved, which can be scheduled in advance
• Work onsite at a globally recognized leader in private aviation – a polished, professional office environment built on a culture of respect, accountability, and trust
• A specialized, compliance-focused role where your attention to detail and discretion genuinely matter
• Open to candidates with a medical background or regulated drug and alcohol testing experience 

What You’ll Do:

• Perform DOT/FAA-regulated drug and alcohol tests, including pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up collections
• Obtain DOT Urine Collector and Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) certifications if not already held – certification support will be provided
• Manage chain of custody documentation – maintaining proper storage, organization, and preparation for lab shipment
• Coordinate random drug and alcohol test scheduling and employee notifications
• Contact and schedule pre-employment drug tests for new hires
• Research and gather Previous Employer documentation for incoming and exiting employees, communicating with external parties to obtain required records
• Maintain and update leave of absence tracking on a quarterly basis
• Serve as backup to the Drug & Alcohol Programs Manager as needed
• Maintain accurate records and supplies inventory for all collection activities

What We’re Looking For:

• Background in regulated drug and alcohol testing, medical or clinical settings, or a related compliance field – the ability to understand DOT/FAA regulations is essential
• Strong Microsoft Excel proficiency – this is the primary tool used for recordkeeping and program tracking
• Exceptional discretion and ability to always maintain strict confidentiality – this role handles sensitive employee information daily
• Strong written and verbal communication skills – you’ll interact with employees at all levels and external contacts to gather required documentation
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills – able to manage multiple programs and deadlines simultaneously
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision in a dynamic, shifting-priority environment
• Aviation industry experience and prior DOT/FAA drug and alcohol testing experience are strong pluses

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