Transportation (DOT) Safety Director
The Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
DOT Safety Director – Trucking (Houston or Fort Worth)
Location:
Houston, TX or Fort Worth, TX Salary Range:
$140,000 – $185,000 annually
Position Summary We are seeking an experienced
DOT Safety Director
to lead and continuously improve our company’s safety and compliance programs across our trucking operations. This role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with
FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and state regulations , while building a strong safety culture and reducing risk across all terminals and field operations.
The ideal candidate is a strategic safety leader with deep knowledge of
DOT compliance, driver safety programs, fleet risk management, and accident prevention
within a trucking or transportation environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesDOT & Regulatory Compliance
Oversee company compliance with
FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and state transportation regulations
Maintain and manage:
CSA scores and safety metrics
Driver qualification files
Hours of Service compliance
Drug & Alcohol program (49 CFR Part 40)
Vehicle maintenance and inspection programs
Lead DOT audits, compliance reviews, and safety investigations
Safety Leadership & Strategy
Develop and execute a
company-wide safety strategy
Establish measurable KPIs and continuous improvement plans
Partner with executive leadership on risk reduction and liability mitigation
Build and promote a proactive safety culture across all locations
Driver & Operations Safety
Oversee driver onboarding, training, and ongoing safety education
Implement coaching, telematics, and behavior-based safety programs
Monitor accident trends and lead root cause investigations
Develop corrective and preventive action plans
Team Leadership
Lead and develop the Safety Department
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, HR, and Risk Management
Provide safety guidance to terminal leaders and field management
Qualifications Required
8+ years of safety leadership in
trucking or transportation
3+ years in a
Director or Senior Manager level role
Deep knowledge of:
FMCSA regulations
CSA program
DOT compliance & audits
Driver safety and fleet risk management
Experience managing multi-location operations
Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Transportation, or related field
CSP, CDS, or similar safety certification
Experience implementing telematics / safety technology
Experience lowering CSA scores and accident rates
Why Join Us
Executive-level visibility and impact
Opportunity to shape and lead company safety culture
Competitive salary
Growth opportunity within a rapidly expanding organization
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $140,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Work Location: In person
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Houston, TX or Fort Worth, TX Salary Range:
$140,000 – $185,000 annually
Position Summary We are seeking an experienced
DOT Safety Director
to lead and continuously improve our company’s safety and compliance programs across our trucking operations. This role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with
FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and state regulations , while building a strong safety culture and reducing risk across all terminals and field operations.
The ideal candidate is a strategic safety leader with deep knowledge of
DOT compliance, driver safety programs, fleet risk management, and accident prevention
within a trucking or transportation environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesDOT & Regulatory Compliance
Oversee company compliance with
FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and state transportation regulations
Maintain and manage:
CSA scores and safety metrics
Driver qualification files
Hours of Service compliance
Drug & Alcohol program (49 CFR Part 40)
Vehicle maintenance and inspection programs
Lead DOT audits, compliance reviews, and safety investigations
Safety Leadership & Strategy
Develop and execute a
company-wide safety strategy
Establish measurable KPIs and continuous improvement plans
Partner with executive leadership on risk reduction and liability mitigation
Build and promote a proactive safety culture across all locations
Driver & Operations Safety
Oversee driver onboarding, training, and ongoing safety education
Implement coaching, telematics, and behavior-based safety programs
Monitor accident trends and lead root cause investigations
Develop corrective and preventive action plans
Team Leadership
Lead and develop the Safety Department
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, HR, and Risk Management
Provide safety guidance to terminal leaders and field management
Qualifications Required
8+ years of safety leadership in
trucking or transportation
3+ years in a
Director or Senior Manager level role
Deep knowledge of:
FMCSA regulations
CSA program
DOT compliance & audits
Driver safety and fleet risk management
Experience managing multi-location operations
Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Transportation, or related field
CSP, CDS, or similar safety certification
Experience implementing telematics / safety technology
Experience lowering CSA scores and accident rates
Why Join Us
Executive-level visibility and impact
Opportunity to shape and lead company safety culture
Competitive salary
Growth opportunity within a rapidly expanding organization
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $140,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Work Location: In person
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