DOT Compliance Coordinator

Capstone-Logistics,-LL; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Capstone-Logistics, LL is seeking an experienced DOT compliance professional to manage regulatory requirements across our transportation operations. The role focuses on enforcing hours of service, driver qualifications, ELDs, and quarterly IFTA reporting to ensure peak safety and compliance.

The ideal candidate will lead policy development, provide DOT training, and oversee recordkeeping and audits. Travel to regional branches is expected as part of maintaining uniform standards and corrective

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in DOT compliance or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of FMCSA/DOT regulations and industry standards.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Willing to travel.
• Knowledge of FMCSA Clearinghouse.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and thorough documentation.
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for record-keeping and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and lead compliance initiatives effectively.
• A solid understanding of DOT regulations and compliance requirements is essential.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with all DOT regulations, including hours of service, vehicle maintenance, driver qualification, drug and alcohol testing, ELDs, and quarterly IFTA reporting.
• Policy oversight: Maintain comprehensive DOT compliance policies reflecting current regulations and best practices, ensuring adherence.
• Training: Conduct DOT compliance training for employees, drivers, and relevant personnel.
• Record Keeping: Maintain and audit records for DOT compliance activities, including driver qualification files, inspection reports, and maintenance records.
• Monitoring and Auditing: Regularly audit operations to identify compliance gaps and take corrective actions.
• Driver Qualification: Oversee the driver qualification process, including reviewing applications and background checks.
• Drug and Alcohol Testing: Oversee regional testing programs and ensure random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Oversee maintenance programs to meet DOT safety standards.
• Accident Investigation: Lead investigations and ensure timely reporting to authorities.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and submit reports, including audit findings.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with DOT regulations and suggest improvements.
• Emergency Response: Oversee emergency response plans and training.
• Auditing: Visit branches regionally to perform audits on DQ files, vehicle audits, etc.

Skills

DOT compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Travel

Record keeping

Auditing

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Compensation

Competitive

Job Description

Ensure strict compliance with all DOT regulations, including but not limited to hours of service (HOS), vehicle maintenance, driver qualification, drug and alcohol testing, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and quarterly IFTA reporting.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance:Ensure strict compliance with all DOT regulations, including but not limited to hours of service (HOS), vehicle maintenance, driver qualification, drug and alcohol testing, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and quarterly IFTA reporting.
• Policy oversight:Maintain comprehensive DOT compliance policies and procedures, reflect current regulations and industry best practices, and ensure the policies are followed.
• Training:Conduct DOT compliance training for employees, drivers, and other relevant personnel to ensure understanding and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Record Keeping:Maintain and audit records to ensure up-to-date records of all DOT compliance-related activities, including driver qualification files, inspection reports, and maintenance records.
• Monitoring and Auditing:Regularly audit and monitor the company's operations to identify compliance gaps, assess risk, and take corrective actions as needed.
• Driver Qualification:Oversee the driver qualification process, including reviewing driver applications, conducting background checks, and ensuring all drivers meet DOT requirements.
• Drug and Alcohol Testing:oversee the regional drug and alcohol testing program, ensuring random testing, post-accident testing, and reasonable suspicion testing are conducted in accordance with regulations.
• Vehicle Maintenance:Oversees vehicle maintenance programs, ensuring all vehicles are properly maintained and meet DOT safety standards.
• Accident Investigation:Lead accident investigations and ensure all required reporting to the appropriate authorities and agencies is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Documentation and Reporting:Prepare and submit required reports to the company, including Audit findings, employee information, etc.
• Continuous Improvement:Stay current with DOT regulations and industry trends and recommend improvements to policies, procedures, and operations to enhance compliance and safety.
• Emergency Response:oversee emergency response plans for transportation-related incidents and ensure employees are trained in emergency procedures.
• Auditing:visiting all the branches in the region to perform audits on DQ files, Vehicle audits, clearinghouse, DVIR, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in DOT compliance or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of FMCSA/DOT regulations and industry standards.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Willing to travel.
• Knowledge of FMCSA Clearinghouse
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and thorough documentation.
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for record-keeping and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and lead compliance initiatives effectively.
• A solid understanding of DOT regulations and compliance requirements is essential. This includes familiarity with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) and other relevant transportation laws.
• Experience in ensuring safety and compliance within transportation operations, including driver safety, vehicle inspections, and regulatory adherence, is highly valued.
• The capacity to handle multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously is often necessary in this role.

EEO Job Category (United States)

First/Mid Level Officials and Managers

Additional Job Details/Requirements

Ensure strict compliance with all DOT regulations, including but not limited to hours of service (HOS), vehicle maintenance, driver qualification, drug and alcohol testing, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and quarterly IFTA reporting.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance:Ensure strict compliance with all DOT regulations, including but not limited to hours of service (HOS), vehicle maintenance, driver qualification, drug and alcohol testing, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and quarterly IFTA reporting.
• Policy oversight:Maintain comprehensive DOT compliance policies and procedures, reflect current regulations and industry best practices, and ensure the policies are followed.
• Training:Conduct DOT compliance training for employees, drivers, and other relevant personnel to ensure understanding and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Record Keeping:Maintain and audit records to ensure up-to-date records of all DOT compliance-related activities, including driver qualification files, inspection reports, and maintenance records.
• Monitoring and Auditing:Regularly audit and monitor the company's operations to identify compliance gaps, assess risk, and take corrective actions as needed.
• Driver Qualification:Oversee the driver qualification process, including reviewing driver applications, conducting background checks, and ensuring all drivers meet DOT requirements.
• Drug and Alcohol Testing:oversee the regional drug and alcohol testing program, ensuring random testing, post-accident testing, and reasonable suspicion testing are conducted in accordance with regulations.
• Vehicle Maintenance:Oversees vehicle maintenance programs, ensuring all vehicles are properly maintained and meet DOT safety standards.
• Accident Investigation:Lead accident investigations and ensure all required reporting to the appropriate authorities and agencies is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Documentation and Reporting:Prepare and submit required reports to the company, including Audit findings, employee information, etc.
• Continuous Improvement:Stay current with DOT regulations and industry trends and recommend improvements to policies, procedures, and operations to enhance compliance and safety.
• Emergency Response:oversee emergency response plans for transportation-related incidents and ensure employees are trained in emergency procedures.
• Auditing:visiting all the branches in the region to perform audits on DQ files, Vehicle audits, clearinghouse, DVIR, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in DOT compliance or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of FMCSA/DOT regulations and industry standards.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Willing to travel.
• Knowledge of FMCSA Clearinghouse
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and thorough documentation.
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for record-keeping and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and lead compliance initiatives effectively.
• A solid understanding of DOT regulations and compliance requirements is essential. This includes familiarity with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) and other relevant transportation laws.
• Experience in ensuring safety and compliance within transportation operations, including driver safety, vehicle inspections, and regulatory adherence, is highly valued.
• The capacity to handle multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously is often necessary in this role.

EEO Job Category (United States)

First/Mid Level Officials and Managers

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