Safety & Complnc Spec 2- Training Team CDL Programs

Driver Services, Department of•Conyers, GA

About The Position

The Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS), Regulatory Compliance Division, is seeking a Safety and Compliance Specialist for its CDL Unit. This is a grant-funded position under limited supervision. The incumbent oversees initial and ongoing certification requirements for Commercial Vehicle Driver Training School owners and instructors, as well as State CDL Examiners and Third Party CDL Examiners throughout Georgia. The role involves statewide travel, including week-long overnight trips. The selected applicant must have a valid driver’s license and obtain a minimum Class A CDL with P and S endorsements within 12 months of hire. The position may involve inspecting vehicles, driving and fueling commercial vehicles, outdoor work, bending, lifting, working in inclement weather, and working on holidays around moving vehicles.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and two years of job-related experience; or one year of experience at the lower-level Safety & Complnc Spec 1 or an equivalent position interpreting and applying state laws, rules, and regulations to determine whether applicants meet statutory requirements for government-regulated credentials, certifications, or licenses.
Alternatively, an associate degree in a related field, such as business, public administration, or occupational safety, and one year of related experience interpreting and applying state laws, rules, and regulations to determine whether applicants meet statutory requirements for government-regulated credentials, certifications, or licenses.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to independently research and analyze information and draw logical inferences and conclusions.
Ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and make decisions with limited supervision.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to interpret federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Experience inspecting materials for compliance.
Demonstrated dependable work attendance.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel statewide; required for this position.
Ability to physically maneuver under commercial vehicles to conduct inspections, and to perform duties that may involve bending, lifting, outdoor activities, inclement weather, holidays, moving vehicles, and driving and fueling commercial vehicles.
Obtain a minimum Class A CDL with P and S endorsements within 12 months of hire.
Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment background check; applicants are subject to motor vehicle, credit, and criminal history checks.

Nice To Haves

Georgia Class A CDL and/or Class B CDL with P and S endorsements.
One year of experience driving a commercial motor vehicle as defined in 49 CFR 390.5.
Two years of prior knowledge of State and Federal Commercial Driver’s License regulations.
Related experience may include work as a State Driver’s License Examiner, CDL Examiner, CDL Instructor, Law Enforcement Officer, Military Veteran, Educator, or Trainer.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver training to CDL schools, instructors, third-party testers, and third-party examiners.
Assess the needs of third-party testers and CDL schools requiring targeted attention to meet testing and training requirements.
Audit and monitor CDL-regulated programs, instructors, and examiners in the assigned area for compliance with federal regulations, agency rules, and state law.
Interpret and maintain knowledge of state, federal, and other commercial driver’s license regulations.
Respond professionally and promptly to management and customer inquiries in accordance with DDS core values.
Investigate customer complaints, present findings to management, and recommend appropriate actions.
Serve on task teams and workgroups.
Develop partnerships between the Division and internal and external business partners.
Assist with training events, certification classes, and community outreach efforts.
Compile weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports.
Enter road test scores in DRIVES when submitted by Third Party Examiners.
Accurately record and enter data, including CSTIMS scoresheets and schedules.