Compliance Manager - DOT/FMCSA

TopView Sightseeing • New York, NY

1d • $85,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

TopView Group is a leading provider of double-decker bus tours and experiential products, delivering memorable sightseeing experiences and themed tours in major cities. We prioritize safety, compliance, and excellence in customer experience as we operate across multiple states.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Compliance Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of USDOT and FMCSA licensing and compliance for our fleet of double-decker sightseeing buses. This role is critical in ensuring our operations meet federal and multi-state Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations including drug and alcohol screening and testing.

Requirements

• Proven experience in transportation compliance, ideally in a multi-state commercial fleet setting.
• Strong knowledge of USDOT and FMCSA regulations, state transportation laws, and other federal, state, and local transportation regulations.
• Familiarity with both paper and electronic logging devices (ELDs) and Hours of Service rules.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with sightseeing, charter, or commercial bus operations is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in transportation management, business, or a related field.
• Prior experience in a similar role within the passenger transportation industry.

Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date compliance for federal, state, and local regulations, including USDOT and FMCSA licensing for all vehicles and operations.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with federal and multi-state DOT rules and regulations.
• Conduct regular internal audits and inspections to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and submit required state and local operating authority applications to all appropriate agencies for new markets.
• Oversee drug and alcohol testing program in accordance with DOT regulations
• Manage driver qualification files and hours of service records.
• Serve as the primary contact during DOT audits or inspections.
• Stay current on regulatory changes and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and implement compliance-related training programs for staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager