Regional Safety Manager - DOT focused - Netcong, NJ; York, PA; or Windsor Locks, CT

Regional Safety Manager

Logistics Administrative Solutions (LAS) offers streamlined solutions in accounting, hiring, payroll, and training, as well as safety guidance and buying consolidation services within the logistics and transportation industry.

The Regional Safety Manager is responsible for the fleet's overall safety and regulatory compliance by monitoring all safety programs including all FMCSA/DOT guidelines and regulations, measuring and influencing key safety performance metrics, developing programs, implementation and creating corrective action plans. This position requires a high level of interaction with operations management and fleet drivers to ensure success.

The ideal candidate will embody our company's Non-Negotiables:

• Walk in Humble Confidence - We are experts at what we do, but we never assume we know everything.
• Be Open, Honest and Respectful - We say what has to be said in a tactful, courteous way.
• Be Fearless - We never fail, we only learn.
• We are One Team - We achieve more together by collaboration and consensus.
• Delivery on Commitments - We do what we say we will do.
• We have a Passion to Serve - We are dedicated, hardworking individuals who provide exceptional service to our customers and to each other.
• We put Safety First - We prioritize the safety of our team members and customers above all else in our business.
• We Strive for Operational Excellence - We are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvements, driving quality and productivity.

Key Deliverables:

• Has a positive attitude and provides courteous, friendly service to all internal team member and external customers, by responding promptly and efficiently to inquiries and requests.
• Responsible for maintenance and facilitation of driver qualifications, training, drug and alcohol program, ELD/HOS, on board cameras, and other safety programs as outlined in company policies and procedures.
• Ensure carrier is compliant with all DOT, FMCSA, OSHA and other state and federal regulations and guidelines.
• Ownership of all safety and regulatory programs and goals for the Region.
• Maintenance of driver qualification files and records to including, CDL, Physical, MVR, PSP and Hazmat.
• Manage Federal Drug and Alcohol Testing/Program.
• Track driver log exception processing and on point-of-contact for compliance.
• Provides oversight on DOT inspections and citation processing to ensure compliance.
• Identify processes that are potential compliance issues and work with internal management to provide corrective actions.
• Track accidents and injuries identify trends and create programs and solutions for prevention.
• Serve as point of contact with clients regarding safety.
• Keep current on any changes to regulatory requirements and informs management accordingly.
• Communicate with drivers regarding core safety principles and accident avoidance both in the workplace and over the road.
• Responsible for operational contributions to maximize profitability, cost control and overall improve efficiencies. Identify, evaluate and build new business opportunities; provide guidance on operational changes required to support these opportunities.
• Protects company assets and confidential information in accordance with company policies and procedures. Including, but not limited to, candidates, team members and proprietary company information.

Competencies:

• Superior verbal and written communication skills with people at all levels.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Proficient knowledge of computer software and typical industry production software.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative & problem solve while applying critical thinking to decisions.

Experience:

• Proven successful experience in safety leadership.
• Proven successful experience in transportation, logistics or warehousing.
• CDL license (preferred).
• Working with outside agencies, DOT / FMCSA (preferred).

Work Environment:

This job operates in an office or warehouse dock environment with prolonged periods of standing in both hot and cold temperatures. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, copier, phone, filing cabinets and fax machine.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to travel, stand and walk for extended periods of time.

Travel:

This position requires up to 50% travel.

EEO Statement:

Logistic Administrative Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Logistic Administrative Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Logistic Administrative Solutions expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Logistic Administrative Solutions steam members to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change per location based on business needs as well as change at any time with or without notice.