Contract Specific CDL Program Director

Jobtailor; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a CDL Program Director to lead the CDL program, oversee trainer development, and drive curriculum and policy improvements. The role includes advising students, analyzing performance data, and coordinating with instructors to ensure high standards.

The candidate should have a CDL, post-secondary instructional experience, and management exposure, with strong organizational and communication skills to meet employer expectations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• CDL license and ability to qualify as a CDL Driver/Trainer.
• Minimum 3 years of post-secondary instructional experience.
• At least 5 years of industry experience in instruction.
• 2 years in a management or supervisory role.
• Knowledge of faculty development and reporting requirements.
• Strong motivation, integrity, and enthusiasm for teaching.
• Ability to support adult learners and engage students effectively.
• Familiarity with Ancora Training mission and employer expectations.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the CDL Program and supervise Driver Trainers.
• Lead curriculum development, revisions, and implementation.
• Deliver face-to-face product knowledge training as needed.
• Hire, orient, develop, evaluate, and recognize Driver Trainers.
• Convene regular meetings with Driver Trainers.
• Monitor trainee population and support student services.
• Advise students during provisional periods and address progress issues.
• Analyze student data to identify barriers and provide support.
• Drive continuous improvement of the CDL program.
• Collect data to assess program performance.

Skills

Curriculum development

Instructional leadership

Program management

Student advising

Data analysis

Communication skills

Adult education

FMCSA knowledge

Team motivation

Presentation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CampusVue

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Area Manager/Regional Program Director, the CDL Program Director is responsible for providing leadership for the CDL Program.
• The CDL Program Director Trainer provides subject matter expertise and actively participates in curriculum development, revision, and implementation process.
• The CDL Program Director may provide face to face product knowledge training.
• Responsible for hiring, assigning, orienting, developing, evaluating, and recognizing Driver Trainers within the CDL Program.
• Convene meetings with Driver Trainers on a regular basis.
• Monitor and support the trainee population.
• Plays an active role in the student advising process, including advising during the provisional period, and consulting with students whose engagement and/or academic progress is in question.
• Analyzes student population data and contacting students to identify barriers to success and to provide support and information concerning student services.
• Responsible for continuous improvement of the program.
• Collect data for purposes of analyzing program performance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• CDL License.
• 3 years of experience in academic instruction in a post-secondary environment.
• 5 years of industry experience in the field of instruction.
• 2 years of experience in a management or supervisory role.
• Ability to qualify as a CDL Driver / Driver Trainer.
• Knowledge regarding faculty development, including requirements, delivery methods, and reporting.
• Motivation, dedication, professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm for teaching.
• Ability to show sensitivity to the needs and requirements of adult learners.
• Ability and desire to embrace the Ancora Training mission.
• Ability to inspire students to the highest level of achievement in preparation for meeting employer expectations.
• Knowledge of industry standards and requirements within the field of instruction.
• Knowledge of and ability to facilitate learning on course content within the field of instruction.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and database programs (CampusVue preferred).
• Ability to develop and use collaborative relationships for the purpose of accomplishing work objectives; developing relationships with other individuals by listening, sharing ideas, and appreciating others' efforts.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal relationship skills necessary for positive interactions with students, alumni, faculty, and employers.
• Excellent creative and problem-solving skills in dealing with students, alumni, employers, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to meet and/or exceed defined goals.
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to present ideas effectively to individuals or groups in a formal setting.
• Management skills in planning, organizing, controlling, and evaluating programs and policies in a dynamic and changing environment.
• Knowledge of the federal FMCSA, state, and local agency standards.