Corporate Safety Director - St. Cloud, MN

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•St Cloud, MN

17d•$100,000 - $140,000

About The Position

As a Corporate Safety Director, you will lead and oversee all aspects of safety, regulatory compliance and risk management for our transportation operations. This role ensures compliance with federal, state and local regulations, promotes a strong safety culture, and works closely with operations, HR and leadership to reduce incidents, claims and liability while supporting efficient operations.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Transportation, Business or related field required
8+ years of progressive safety leadership experience in transportation, logistics, or trucking preferred
Strong working knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and state transportation and safety regulations
Experience managing driver safety programs, audits, and compliance documentation
Proven ability to analyze safety data and implement corrective action plans
Strong leadership, communication, and training skills
Experience managing multi-location or fleet-wide safety programs
Proven ability to analyze safety data and implement corrective action plans
Ability to work cross-functionally with operations, HR, and executive leadership
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Nice To Haves

Mult-state/regional experience strongly preferred with familiarity of operations across the Upper Midwest
Valid CDL Class A driver's license preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and implement corporate safety policies, procedures and training programs across all locations that reflect regional operational best practices
Act as senior safety advisor to executive leadership
Ensure company is in compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSA/DOT), OSHA and Department of Labor Safety Standards
Lead accident and safety incident investigations; determine root cause and implement corrective actions
Oversee post-incident responses across regional operations
Manage safety audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews; serve as primary point of contact for regulator agencies
Lead, mentor and develop regional safety team members
Partner cross-functionally with operations, HR and others to embed safety across business processes
Partner with insurance carriers and claims administrators to manage risk and control costs
Design, implement and oversee safety training programs for drivers, supervisors and mechanics across the business making sure training meets regulatory requirements and enhance on the job safety performance
Establish safety KPIs, including accident rates, near misses, inspection scores and workers' compensation trends
Provide regular performance reporting and recommendations to senior leadership
Analyze companywide safety data to identify trends and implement targeted risk‑reduction strategies
Collaborate with Fleet Maintenance and Operations to ensure vehicle safety, inspection standards, and preventive maintenance compliance
Lead implementation and optimization of safety technologies such as telematics, onboard cameras, and collision‑avoidance systems
Evaluate emerging technologies and industry innovations to enhance safety performance
Monitor CSA scores, safety metrics, and trends; prepare reports for executive leadership
Ability to travel regionally required
Perform other duties as assigned