Director, Fleet Safety and Compliance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the fleet safety and compliance strategy across program teams, mobile clinics, and field deployments.

• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations concerning ASPCA vehicles and drivers.

• Recognize safety risks and formulate systems and strategies that foster a robust fleet safety culture.

• Create training programs for ASPCA drivers.

• Assist in reviewing and responding to fleet incidents, accidents, and compliance inquiries.

• Manage relationships within internal cross-functional teams and with third-party vendors.

• Evaluate Electronic Logging Device logs, temperature logs, and other relevant reports.

• Organize regular and preventive maintenance for fleet assets.

• Assess vehicle purchase requests to ensure safe and efficient operations.

• Oversee DOT filings and reports for fleet vehicles and drivers.

• Gather information and draft responses for compliance audits and inquiries.

• Maintain updated driver lists, registrations, driver files, and Driver Qualification Files.

• Review Motor Vehicle Record reports and address any deficiencies.

• Educate drivers and fleet coordinators regarding commercial vehicle regulations.

• Develop fleet safety protocols, documentation, best practices, and training resources.

• Establish relationships with government entities, regulatory agencies, vendors, and service providers.

• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting processes.

• Participate in the ASPCA Vehicle and Transport Safety Committee.

• Report directly to the Vice President of Safety; this position has no direct reports.

• Travel up to 30% annually to visit ASPCA facilities and occasionally serve as a weekend Safety Team on-call member.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong understanding of applicable laws and regulations, including Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and federal and state fleet safety guidelines.

• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and continually enhance fleet safety and compliance programs across multiple sites.

• Capability to design and deliver organization-wide fleet safety and compliance training initiatives.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage projects, meet deadlines, and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and functions.

• Ability to operate fleet vehicles weighing up to 26,000 pounds as necessary.

• Valid driver’s license required upon hire, along with a demonstrated safe driving history verified by a motor vehicle history check.

• Capable of obtaining and providing a Department of Transportation Medical Certificate.

• Able to furnish documentation for a Driver Qualification File in accordance with DOT and FMCSA requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience is preferred.

• A minimum of 4 years of professional-level experience in fleet safety and compliance is required, including oversight of Commercial Motor Vehicles and Commercial Drivers License holders.

• Experience in developing and maintaining fleet safety management systems and compliance documentation is essential.

• Proficiency in English is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Affordable health coverage, including medical, employer-paid dental, and optional vision plans.

• Flexible time off policies encompassing vacation, sick leave, bereavement time, paid parental leave, 10 company-paid holidays, and additional paid personal time off.

• 401(k) plan featuring dollar-for-dollar employer matching up to 4%.

• Additional employer retirement contribution of 4%.

• Opportunities for professional development through classes, on-the-job training, coaching, and mentorship.

• Internal mobility opportunities available.

• Opportunities to provide support in the field.