Director of Safety & Compliance (DOT)
Dallas, TX · Full-time · Onsite · 25% travel · $125,000 - $155,000 + bonus · Ref CSC-2026-109
A network-level safety leadership role for an asset-based carrier. Reports to the VP of Operations. Owns DOT/FMCSA compliance, CSA performance, and the driver-safety program across terminals, with ~25% travel.
What you'll own
- DOT / FMCSA compliance and CSA score performance across the fleet
- Driver-safety programs, training, onboarding, and coaching
- DOT audits, log/ELD compliance, and corrective-action programs
- Incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and claims partnership
- Hazmat, drug & alcohol, and hours-of-service compliance
- Coaching terminal leaders and site safety champions
What we're looking for
- 7+ years in transportation safety / DOT compliance leadership
- Deep knowledge of FMCSA, CSA, ELD, HOS, and hazmat regulations
- Experience managing safety across multiple terminals or a large fleet
- Strong investigation, audit, and training capabilities
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent; safety certifications a plus
Compensation & benefits
- $125,000 - $155,000 + bonus
- 401(k) match, full benefits, travel covered
Responsibilities
- Own DOT / FMCSA compliance and CSA score performance across the fleet
- Lead driver-safety programs, training, onboarding, and coaching
- Manage DOT audits, log/ELD compliance, and corrective-action programs
- Oversee incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and claims partnership
- Ensure hazmat, drug & alcohol, and hours-of-service compliance
- Coach terminal leaders and site safety champions
Requirements
- 7+ years in transportation safety / DOT compliance leadership
- Deep knowledge of FMCSA, CSA, ELD, HOS, and hazmat regulations
- Experience managing safety across multiple terminals or a large fleet
- Strong investigation, audit, and training capabilities
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent; safety certifications a plus