DOT Compliance Specialist

Our client, a retail chain of home improvement and agriculture stores, is seeking a DOT Compliance Contractor for a 6 month contract position in Brentwood, TN. This role is fully onsite.

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This position is responsible to assist the client Director, Safety & Risk in all aspects of Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulatory compliance for our company-owned fleet, drivers, and third-party carriers. The position will also effectively monitor changes within the safety and environmental standards to ensure changes are communicated and reflected in all training and procedural documents. Assists with other risk management responsibilities where needed including non-DOT driver qualification reviews or other safety & risk administrative tasks on an as needed basis. The position will identify, create, maintain, and administer solutions that address DOT compliance standards.
ResponsibilitiesManage DOT and FMCSA compliance ensuring full compliance across company operationsManage driver qualification reviews for non-DOT driversManage timely and accurate submission of all regulatory filings and documentationMonitor compliance with hours of service (HOS) regulations, where applicableReview accident reports for driver-related incident investigationsConduct periodic audits of internal and external compliance processes & systems for accuracy, completeness and efficiency opportunitiesTrack and report on Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) scores and accident historyCollaborate with legal teams during litigation, audits, and investigationsOversee compliance related to the transportation of Hazardous Materials, (HAZMAT), where applicableStay abreast of DOT & OSHA regulatory changes and communicate updates across stakeholdersResearch Industry Best Practices and stay abreast of changes or developments in the industry that increases safety and adds value to drivers, to include identifying systems, technology, etcMay perform other duties as assigned
Must Haves:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; or minimum of 2 years of work-related experience in occupational health and safety, retail preferred; any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.Certifications - ASP or CSP or related certification, preferred.Ability to analytically review data to determine actions/responses to issues or trendsProficient in working with Microsoft Office, especially Power Point & ExcelCompletion of OSHA 10 or 30-hour certificationKnowledge of DOT/FMCSA processes and regulations including methods, techniques, and procedures involved in driver DOT complianceOrganized with ability to prioritize and multi-taskProficient at creating and delivering online and in person training to employeesAbility to coordinate programs, prepare reports and maintain accurate records in risk management system(s). xzbcwsv Ability to work independently, extended hours, weekends and holidays, as needed.Ability to communicate in English at an intermediate-advanced level (orally and in writing)
Pay Rate- $36.55- $37.86/hour