Sr. Director, Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Req # 3859

Denali Water Solutions LLC • Russellville, AR

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Director, Safety & Regulatory Compliance is responsible for leading and managing the organization’s safety, compliance, insurance, and accident and workers’ compensation claims functions. This role supports enterprise-wide initiatives to ensure regulatory compliance, promote a culture of safety, and effectively manage risk exposure related to transportation operations and commercial insurance programs nationwide.
The Sr. Director provides leadership across a multi-state footprint and Puerto Rico and multiple lines of business. This role partners closely with senior leadership and reports to the SVP of HR.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of safety leadership experience, preferably in transportation, environmental services, waste, or industrial operations
• Experience supporting multi-site, multi-state operations with significant field presence
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, USDOT/FMCSA, insurance, and claims management
• Demonstrated leadership, analytical, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of enterprise-wide safety and compliance programs across diverse operations and geographies
• Manage and develop four Divisional Safety Managers aligned across regions and lines of business, ensuring consistency in execution nationwide
• Partner with Operations leadership to drive accountability for safety performance across regions and lines of business
• Promote and embed a strong culture of safety through leadership engagement and regular field presence
• Ensure compliance with USDOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and applicable federal/state regulations across all operating regions
• Oversee driver safety, DOT compliance, and fleet safety programs across retail and industrial transportation operations
• Support compliance processes and lead internal audits related to safety and regulatory requirements
• Establish and oversee safety training programs, including onboarding, recurring training, and leadership development
• Ensure consistent safety practices and standards are implemented across all regions, lines of business, and facility types
• Conduct regular field visits to transportation sites and compost/processing facilities to reinforce safety expectations and support operational teams
• Support investigations involving safety violations, regulatory compliance, and related misconduct in coordination with HR and legal
• Manage enterprise insurance programs, including workers’ compensation, auto liability, and general liability
• Support annual insurance renewal strategy, negotiations, and program administration
• Maintain relationships with insurance brokers, carriers, and TPAs
• Oversee accident and claims performance, trends, and financial exposure across all lines of business
• Drive claims cost containment strategies and monitor loss drivers and reserve trends
• Partner with internal and outside legal counsel on litigation strategy, discovery, and settlements related to claims
• Provide oversight and coordination for significant and litigated claims
• Establish and monitor KPIs (TRIR, EMR, incident rates, claims metrics) across regions and operations
• Assess safety performance trends and support mitigation strategies to drive continuous improvement

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Strong focus on safety
• Flexibility
• Rewards and recognition
• Ascend Employee Development Program
• Access to over 6,000 professional courses via our Learning Management System
• Comprehensive Medical (self-insured medical plans, competitive options including copay and HSA plans)
• Dental & Vision coverage
• Generous 401(k) Match (up to 4%)
• Company-Paid Disability & Life Insurance (Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, AD&D and Life Insurance)
• Voluntary Life for Employees & Family
• Health Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Time
• Family leave
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Paid Weekly
• Professional Development (free access to thousands of courses)
• Employee Assistance Program (counseling and resources)
• Wellness Program (resources for mental, physical, and emotional balance)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees