19A Examiner

First Student•New York, NY

43d•$82,000•Onsite

About The Position

At First Student, safety and compliance are non-negotiable. The 19A Specialist – Driver Compliance plays a mission-critical role in ensuring driver qualification, regulatory adherence, and operational safety. This position serves as a certified NYS 19A Examiner and is responsible for overseeing driver compliance, training, testing, and regulatory documentation at the location level. This role partners closely with management, drivers, and internal departments to ensure full compliance with NYS DMV, SED, and NYC DOE requirements while supporting safe, efficient transportation operations. Position Overview The 19A Specialist – Driver Compliance leads all driver qualification and regulatory compliance functions for the location. In addition to core administrative responsibilities, this role ensures 100% driver compliance with all state and local requirements, administers required training and testing, and supports audits, inspections, and safety initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid NYS 19A Examiner License required
Minimum of 2 years of administrative or office experience
Experience in compliance-driven or regulated environments preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
Professional and collaborative approach when working with Drivers and Monitors
Ability to move throughout the office and facility
Ability to operate standard office equipment
Ability to access filing systems and documentation
Ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone

Nice To Haves

SBDI certification strongly preferred, particularly for candidates experienced in safety training delivery

Responsibilities

Serve as a certified NYS 19A Examiner and conduct required pre-employment, annual, and biennial driver qualification reviews and testing
Train and evaluate drivers on safe driving protocols and required state compliance standards
Maintain full compliance with all DMV, SED, and NYC DOE regulations
Oversee and maintain driver qualification files, ensuring accurate, complete, and digitized documentation
Monitor driver documentation and compliance status; initiate corrective actions as needed
Support and coordinate audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews
Maintain contract compliance and ensure adherence to all legal mandates
Prepare compliance reports, management reports, schedules, and official correspondence
Input and extract data from fleet MIS systems to support operational reporting
Serve as a point of contact for customers, vendors, and internal teams regarding compliance matters
Perform additional duties as required to support operational and regulatory needs