Transportation Safety & Compliance - Mgr/Dir

Support and execute strategic safety initiatives and objectives. Promote a culture where safety is a core organizational value. Ensure compliance with FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and applicable regulations. Oversee driver qualification files, MVR reviews, and regulatory documentation. Lead investigations involving vehicle accidents, injuries, and safety incidents. Manage safety audits, corrective actions, and performance reporting. Monitor fleet safety performance and driver accountability programs. Partner with Recruiting to establish hiring standards aligned with safety goals. Evaluate MVRs, PSP reports, licensing, certifications, and safety-related qualifications. Assist in evaluating applicants with accidents, violations, or compliance concerns. Support pre-employment screening and onboarding processes. Ensure compliance with DOT driver qualification requirements. Manage the company ELD and telematics programs to ensure compliance with FMCSA regulations and Hours of Service compliance. Monitor and analyze telematics data including speeding events, hard braking, rapid acceleration, following distance, seatbelt usage, idle time, and distracted driving indicators. Ensure effective utilization of safety technologies including ELD systems, dash cameras, AI-powered safety cameras, telematics platforms, and fleet monitoring tools. Develop and maintain reporting dashboards to monitor fleet safety performance and identify trends. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Support and execute strategic safety initiatives and objectives. Promote a culture where safety is a core organizational value. Ensure compliance with FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and applicable regulations. Oversee driver qualification files, MVR reviews, and regulatory documentation. Lead investigations involving vehicle accidents, injuries, and safety incidents. Manage safety audits, corrective actions, and performance reporting. Monitor fleet safety performance and driver accountability programs. Partner with Recruiting to establish hiring standards aligned with safety goals. Evaluate MVRs, PSP reports, licensing, certifications, and safety-related qualifications. Assist in evaluating applicants with accidents, violations, or compliance concerns. Support pre-employment screening and onboarding processes. Ensure compliance with DOT driver qualification requirements. Manage the company ELD and telematics programs to ensure compliance with FMCSA regulations and Hours of Service compliance. Monitor and analyze telematics data including speeding events, hard braking, rapid acceleration, following distance, seatbelt usage, idle time, and distracted driving indicators. Ensure effective utilization of safety technologies including ELD systems, dash cameras, AI-powered safety cameras, telematics platforms, and fleet monitoring tools. Develop and maintain reporting dashboards to monitor fleet safety performance and identify trends. REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers, colleagues and managers. Ability to lead, motivate, and develop safety professionals and operational leaders. Ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships with Operations, Maintenance, Recruiting, Human Resources, and Executive Leadership. Strong conflict resolution and coaching skills. Extensive knowledge of FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and applicable state and federal transportation regulations. Strong understanding of Driver Qualification File (DQF) requirements. Working knowledge of CSA scores, Hours of Service regulations, and vehicle inspection requirements. Knowledge of driver qualification standards and transportation industry hiring practices. Integrity and ethical decision-making. Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic operating environment. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor degree preferred in Safety, Transportation, Business, or related field. 3+ years progressive safety experience, preferably in transportation, logistics, or fleet operations. 2+ years leadership experience. Strong knowledge of FMCSA, DOT, and OSHA requirements. Experience working in AS400 system, strongly preferred. Experience conducting safety investigations and compliance audits. CSP, ASP, CDS, or OSHA certifications preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Western Flyer Xpress