Transdev North America · 1 day ago
Director of Training
Lorton, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $140K/yr
3+ years expTransdev North America is a leader in mobility solutions, and they are seeking a Director of Training and Compliance to lead the development and oversight of training and regulatory compliance programs. This role involves ensuring employees are equipped with necessary knowledge and skills while maintaining adherence to transportation regulations.
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Responsibilities
Design and manage comprehensive training programs for new hires, ongoing employee development, and leadership growth. Develop curriculum for onboarding, safety, customer service, regulatory compliance, and technical skills
Serve as the primary liaison for the Client training requirements and regulatory reporting
Ensure company-wide adherence to federal, state, and local transportation regulations
Maintain accurate records of training completions, certifications, and compliance audits
Collaborate with legal and safety teams to update policies and procedures as regulations
Lead a team of trainers and compliance specialists across multiple locations. Design, implement, and continuously improve training programs for drivers, dispatchers, supervisors, and support staff
Incorporate adult learning principles and multimedia tools to enhance training effectiveness
Ensure all training programs meet federal, state, and local transportation regulations (e.g., DOT, FTA, OSHA)
Maintain accurate records of certifications, training completions, and audit readiness
Collaborate with legal and safety departments to update policies and procedures as regulations evolve
Coordinate with Operations to align training with route performance, service standards, and incident reduction
Analyze DriveCam and other performance data to identify training needs and trends
Support accident prevention and risk mitigation through targeted refresher courses
Lead a team of trainers across multiple locations
Provide coaching, performance evaluations, and professional development opportunities for training staff
Foster a culture of continuous learning and accountability
Draft training manuals, SOPs, internal memos, and instructional content
Communicate training schedules, updates, and expectations
Prepare reports for senior leadership on training outcomes, compliance status, and workforce readiness
Manage Learning Management System (LMS) and ensure content is current and accessible. Implement and manage digital learning platforms (LMS) and in-person training sessions across all locations
Track training metrics and use data to inform strategic decisions
Explore and implement new technologies to improve training delivery and engagement
Collaborate with HR, Safety, and Labor Relations to ensure training aligns with collective bargaining agreements
Participate in union meetings and respond to training-related grievances or inquiries
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Education, Transportation Management, Organizational Development, or related field (Master's preferred)
Minimum 3 years of experience in training and compliance leadership, preferably in transportation or logistics
Deep understanding of DOT, FTA, OSHA, and other relevant regulatory frameworks
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Experience with LMS platforms and digital training tools
Strong leadership and project management abilities
Experience in computer databases and MS Word software required
Must be able to work on multiple tasks simultaneously
Must be able to communicate instructions and directions in an extremely busy environment
Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide an effective solution is essential
Ability to work under stressful situations essential
Knowledge of service area
Knowledge of or ability to learn working systems of coaches a must
Must be able to communicate in written form
Knowledge of two-way radio systems is essential
Ability to interact professionally with internal and external customer on all levels and be able to work well with diverse groups
Benefits
Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
Sick days: 5 days
Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
Company
Transdev North America
Transdev North America is the largest private sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America, providing bus, shuttle.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Laura Hendricks
Chief Executive Officer
Fred Craig, Jr. PE
Chief Operating Officer Transdev Rail Inc.
Recent News
2025-10-17
Transdev North America
2025-06-24
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