Ancora Education · 1 day ago
Regional Program Director - CDL
Miller-Motte - Fayetteville, Fayetteville, NC, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$0/yr - $73K/yr
5+ years expAncora Education is seeking a Regional CDL Program Director to oversee the CDL program across multiple campuses. This role involves ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, managing operational aspects of the CDL program, and developing training for instructors and staff.
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Responsibilities
Develop, organize, and administer Instructor training programs
Provide subject matter expertise on all aspects of running a successful, high-quality, compliant, and safe CDL program across all campus locations within the operating states
Visit, understand, and direct site leadership and instructors on compliance and operational best practices for all aspects of CDL
Develop and administer instructor training programs; work with corporate CDL staff to scale training efforts
Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training of new CDL staff for all assigned campuses
Review daily/weekly/monthly reports and tailor training and discussions with CDL teams based on results
Serve as a substitute or primary instructor for cohorts when necessary to cover absences or meet company training demands
Manage operational compliance for the CDL program
Oversee and operationalize safety and compliance programs mandated by FMCSA, State Departments of Transportation (DOT), and Local Regulatory and Law Enforcement Agencies in each specific jurisdiction
Ensure compliance with drug and alcohol policies, road safety, administrative requirements, and all other relevant regulations by identifying best practices, training teams, and escalating and documenting issues
Review and maintain accident policy and develop safety initiatives such as defensive driving courses
Administer the audit process and scorecard system and report on compliance at all campus locations
Implement remediation plans as a result of testing in conjunction with campus leadership
Manage fleet activities, including acquisition, maintenance, and disposal of vehicles
Work with the Campus President to understand all fleet-related metrics and implement plans to maximize truck efficiency between the two campuses
Train instructors and site staff on how best to maintain their trucks and ensure efficient truck operations
Ensure staff understands fleet efficiency drivers to ensure optimized fleet management
Develop, recommend, and implement cost-saving measures through labor, equipment, and fuel programs
Regularly review, understand, and make recommendations to improve efficiency across all aspects of the CDL business at both campuses
Balance CDL schedule demands with the businesses' cost drivers
Leads and Develops Others
Recognized and respected as the subject matter expert on all operational and compliance aspects of CDL
Demonstrates ability to take regulatory concepts and apply them in a compliant, practical way
Holds others accountable to established performance levels to achieve individual and group goals
Conducts regular check-ins with CDL program staff to review performance versus goals, discuss and resolve issues, and provide the overall support needed to ensure success
Manages resources and people processes (e.g., Performance Management, Career Development, Training, Staffing, etc.) to ensure optimal performance
Identifies individual and team skill gaps and developmental opportunities (e.g., training, special assignments, conferences, projects, etc.) to facilitate individual and team development
Coaches and mentors staff to develop the careers of others and improve individual and team performance
Resolves individual and group performance issues in a timely manner to motivate and foster teamwork
Identifies opportunities to involve others in new and challenging work assignments that advance the skills and capabilities of individuals and the organization
Qualification
Required
High school diploma
5 years of work experience in CDL driving and training
Management experience
Working knowledge of FMCSA regulations
Preferred
BA/BS Degree
15 years of progressive work experience in CDL driving and training
Knowledge of multi-state regulations for CDL (specifically North Carolina)
Experience with CDL employers, specifically trucking companies
Track record of growing leaders and independent thinkers
Company
Ancora Education
Ancora Education provides allied fitness, wellness, nursing, software development & IT, protection & legal trades, and art & design.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-04-01Acquired
Leadership Team
John Barnes
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-10-31
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