DOT Onboarding Specialist

They will work closely with the DOT Compliance manager and be responsible for complete DOT regulated driver onboarding program. This includes a variety of functions from pre-employment assessments (driver qualification files and MVRs), launching pilot programs and new hire onboarding.

• Review current procedures regularly with DOT Compliance Manager to identify potential compliance gaps and pro-actively work towards solutions to streamline procedures/processes for efficiencies. Assist in developing, producing, and maintaining relevant DOT training content for drivers
• Serve as a subject matter expert and point of contact internally/externally for all regulated drivers and vehicles on DOT related matters and/or transportation compliance
• Play a key role in managing onboarding, the pre-employment assessment process and adhoc requests from internal and external compliance teams. Manage and enforce onboarding requirements for third party drivers
• Initiate pre-employment assessment requests and ensure results are returned, reviewed, and reported to appropriate stakeholders
• Accurately enter data into our applicant tracking system daily for all candidate updates and escalate issues and exception requests to upper management
• Manage a high volume of candidate inquiries. Conduct regular audits to ensure accuracy and integrity of data. Assess, recommend and implement process improvements as needed
• Assist with processes to ensure the successful administration of DOT Compliance according to the FMCSA across the company’s driver’s and fleet
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in DOT Compliance and/or relevant field
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Leadership with complex, cross functional, projects including setting scope, reaching consensus, leading execution, and driving results
• Evidence of customer-focused, both internal and external, and result-oriented management style. Possess a valid driver’s license and meet internal requirements to operate a vehicle on behalf of the company
• A passionate and high energy leader, who possesses diplomacy and cooperative style necessary to positively influence others
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to read, analyze and interpret DOT regulations and other regulatory documents.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills in developing, implementing, and assessing key metrics and process indicators for effective team and materials program management