Compliance Specialist

Driver Compliance Operations SpecialistAt First Student, this role is a critical part of our safety, compliance, and operational infrastructure. The Driver Compliance Operations Specialist supports regulatory compliance, driver qualification standards, and location-level operations by maintaining compliance systems, training staff, and ensuring documentation accuracy across assigned locations.This position plays a key role in protecting safety, ensuring regulatory alignment, and supporting operational excellence.Pay: $23.00/hrKey ResponsibilitiesMaintain a high degree of confidentiality and professionalismPromote safe environments and positive collaborationUpload, manage, and maintain compliance dates and documentation for assigned locationsReview all documents for accuracy prior to entry into compliance systemsCommunicate documentation issues and support resolution with locationsTrain location staff on compliance programs, processes, and document requirementsSupport and maintain the Driver Compliance ProgramTroubleshoot compliance platform challenges and operational issuesMaintain compliance standards and escalate issues to the Driver Compliance Supervisor as neededSupport on-site location activities as assignedEnsure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirementsPrepare reports, schedules, and compliance documentationMaintain accurate operational and personnel recordsSchedule meetings and operational activitiesSupport payroll submission processesProvide operational and administrative leadership support to location teamsPerform other related responsibilities as requiredRequired Qualifications3 years of business or operations experience requiredTransportation industry experience preferredSolid understanding of Driver Compliance ProgramsStrong knowledge of Federal, State, and Provincial requirements for Commercial DriversProven ability to train, coach, and support staffProficiency in Microsoft® PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and ExcelStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively within a team structureStrong organizational, analytical, and time management skillsFlexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, changing environmentProfessional discretion and confidentiality mindsetWhy Join First Student?Direct impact on safety and compliance outcomesExposure to multi-location operationsCareer pathways into compliance, operations, and leadership rolesStable, mission-critical industryProfessional, collaborative team environmentApply today to join a team that protects safety, ensures compliance, and supports operational excellence.First for a reason:At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request