CDL Programs Director: Lead Training & Compliance

LCC Luna Community College; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Luna Community College seeks a CDL Program Director to provide leadership, regulatory compliance, and strategic direction for CDL and Heavy Equipment training within Workforce Development. The role oversees curriculum, testing operations, and partnerships with state agencies and industry sponsors.

Responsibilities include program oversight across multiple sites, supervision of instructors and examiners, grant pursuit, and data reporting, with a focus on safety and statewide collaboration.

Qualifications

• Valid NM Class A CDL with clean driving record.
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain NM DMV CDL Examiner Certification.
• Minimum of five years combined experience in CDL/heavy equipment training and instruction.
• Minimum of two years supervisory/administrative management experience in CDL/fleet/technical education.
• Valid NM driver's license and ability to travel as required.
• Ten years of experience in CDL/heavy equipment instruction (preferred).
• Experience managing workforce programs with Modern Campus or similar (preferred).
• Grant writing and state/federal regulatory reporting experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational oversight for CDL and related workforce development programs across main, satellite, and mobile training locations.
• Directly supervise CDL Instructors, Examiners, and the CDL Program Manager; lead recruitment and performance reviews.
• Ensure DOT, FMCSA ELDT, and NM DMV compliance; compile and submit required reports.
• Lead curriculum development, simulator integration, and field training standards with assessments.
• Obtain and maintain NM DMV CDL Examiner certification; oversee testing operations.
• Deliver classroom theory, lab simulations, and behind-the-wheel instruction as needed.
• Market programs to regional employers and partners; establish workforce partnerships.
• Pursue grants and manage external funding opportunities.
• Manage data reporting and record-keeping via Modern Campus system.
• Represent LCC at statewide workforce events and industry meetings.
• Oversee safety, fleet and equipment maintenance and compliance.

Skills

DOT regulations & ELDT rules

CDL & heavy equipment operations

Leadership & supervision

Grant writing & budgeting

Curriculum design & assessment

Modern Campus administration

Education

New Mexico Class A CDL license

New Mexico DMV CDL Examiner Certification

Tools

Modern Campus LMS

Job description

Luna Community College seeks a CDL Program Director to provide leadership, regulatory compliance, and strategic direction for CDL and Heavy Equipment training within Workforce Development. The role oversees curriculum, testing operations, and partnerships with state agencies and industry sponsors.

Responsibilities include program oversight across multiple sites, supervision of instructors and examiners, grant pursuit, and data reporting, with a focus on safety and statewide collaboration.