Area Manager - CDL

Position: AT - Area Manager - CDL
Job Summary

The Area Manager-CDL is the subject matter expert and recognized leader on all matters related to the CDL program for Ancora Training. This person is responsible for the administration of a best-in-class CDL program that adheres to all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and state regulatory agency regulations, develops and trains CDL program directors and instructors on best practices and policies to run an efficient CDL program, and drives fleet management and scheduling to ensure profitable, safe programs system-wide.

He/She will work closely with the Regional Program Director-CDL to set standards and training and roll them out to the campuses for implementation. This person will work closely with regional and campus leadership, where applicable, to problem-solve issues in the CDL program and prescribe solutions for implementation. The Area Manager-CDL assists CDL Leadership in meeting and/or exceeding its CDL revenue and profitability goals, fleet management, and instructor and scheduling goals while ensuring adherence to institutional, state, and federal guidelines and is respected by the field for their program knowledge.

The Area Manager-CDL applies expertise in driving, training, regulations, and knowledge of the market to identify growth opportunities and business risks to enhance this company's revenue stream.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, organize, and administer Program Director and Instructor training programs.
  • Provide subject matter expertise on all aspects of running a successful, high-quality, compliant and safe CDL program.
  • Visit, understand, and direct program directors and instructors on compliance and operational best practices for all aspects of CDL.
  • Develop and administer program director and instructor training programs; work with other corporate CDL staff to scale training efforts.
  • Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training of new CDL staff.
  • Reviews daily/weekly/monthly reports and tailors training and discussions with CDL teams on results.
• Manage operational compliance for the CDL program.
  • Oversee and operationalize safety and compliance programs mandated by FMCSA, State and Local Regulatory and Law Enforcement Agencies.
  • Ensure compliance to drug and alcohol, road safety, administrative, and all other relevant regulations and laws by identifying best practices, training teams, and escalating and documenting issues.
  • Review and maintain accident policy and develop safety initiatives such as defensive driving courses. Administer audit process and scorecard system and report on compliance at each location.
  • Implement remediation plans as a result of testing in conjunction with leadership and the CDL program director.
• Manage fleet activities, including acquisition, maintenance, and disposal of vehicles.
  • Work with your Regional CDL Program Director to understand all fleet-related metrics and implement plans to maximize truck efficiency.
  • Train CDL program directors and instructors on how best to maintain their trucks and ensure efficient truck operations; ensure program directors understand fleet efficiency drivers to ensure optimized fleet management.
• Develop, recommend, and implement cost-saving measures through labor, equipment, and fuel programs.
  • Regularly review, understand, and make recommendations to improve efficiency across all aspects of the CDL business.
  • Balance CDL schedule demands with businesses' cost drivers.
• Leads and Develops Others
  • Recognized and respected as the subject matter expert on all operational and compliance aspects of CDL. Demonstrates ability to take regulatory concepts and apply them in a compliant, practical way. Holds others accountable to established performance levels to achieve individual and group goals. Conducts regular check-ins with CDL program staff to review performance versus goal, discuss and resolve issues, and provide the overall support needed to ensure success.
  • Manages resources and people processes (e.g., Performance Management, Career Development, Training, Staffing, etc.) to ensure optimal performance.
  • Identifies individual and team skill gaps and developmental opportunities (e.g., training,…