Program Manager - DOT

Program Manager - DOT

Atlanta, GA, US, 30339

Kansas, KS, US, 66111

Dallas, TX, US, 75254

Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn’s success.

By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company’s rewards, we’ve found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100+ years.

Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places everyday, and we need inspired people like you to join us in building authentic partnerships.

The DOT Program Manager will serve as the Program Manager for overseeing and managing all aspects of the organization's Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance program. This role ensures adherence to federal, state, and company regulations while supporting safe and efficient transportation operations. This position will collaborate with a team of other professionals to deliver consistent and innovative solutions that can scale for our growing company.

All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

• Autonomy & Decision-Making:
  Makes most decision and consults with supervisor as needed.
• Career Path:
  Senior Program Manager

DOT PROGRAM MANAGEMENT FAMILY – CORE

• Manage and maintain DOT compliance programs and processes.
• Oversee Driver Qualification Files (DQFs) to ensure complete and accurate documentation.
• Ensure equipment registrations, licensing, and permits remain current and compliant.
• Monitor daily vehicle inspection reports and coordinate preventive maintenance activities.
• Manage Hours of Service (HOS) compliance, including driver log reviews and regulatory adherence.
• Conduct compliance audits, identify risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for DOT regulations and compliance requirements.
• Partner with operations, safety, and fleet teams to maintain regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

• Other duties as assigned.
• Conducts actions in a professional and unbiased manner.
• Complies with all company and site policies and best practice standards.
• Continuously develops proficiency and understanding in the role.
• Maintains a professional appearance and work space.
• Participates in and complies with all company safety and quality programs and procedures.
• Utilizes relevant JE Dunn technology to support all assigned responsibilities.

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
• Communication skills, verbal and written – Advanced
• Knowledge of function-specific activities
• Track record of developing the long-term capabilities of others and the organization as a whole
• Strong business acumen to effectively align HR and learning programs with company goals
• Proficient at working with business leaders in a highly matrixed, complex business and ability to develop collaborative solutions to business and organizational needs
• Demonstrated project management skills and experience leading large complex projects across geographically dispersed teams
• Highly organized and able to manage time and resources to accomplish priorities
• Ability to multi-task, effectively facilitating multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to tailor communication to different individuals and audiences from senior executives to external speakers and partners to program participant
• Ability to organize and track key information in a variety of formats
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally

• Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)
• In lieu of the above requirements, relevant experience will be considered

• 8+ years’ relevant experience in fleet management and DOT compliance(Required)
• Experience managing DOT compliance programs, transportation operations