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Spire

DOT Compliance Mgr

Spire, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275

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Overview

Spire is seeking a

DOT Compliance Manager

to join our Human Resources team in either St. Louis or Kansas City, Missouri, or Birmingham, Alabama. This position is responsible for establishing a companywide U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance program and ensuring that the company complies with all applicable regulations under the DOT and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration as well as all internal company related policies and procedures. The Manager, DOT Compliance will coordinate all compliance efforts across the organization, including Human Resources, Environmental, Safety, Risk/Insurance, Fleet, and Field Operations, ensuring all compliance related procedures and requirements are in place and completed timely and accurately.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage an overall company DOT compliance program and maintain all DOT compliance related policies.

Monitor company-wide compliance with all DOT regulations.

Drive a company-wide project to identify and understand all requirements, determine current state, prioritize critical next steps, develop timeline, resources, and budget, implement, and measure status and success.

Oversee and support processes across several internal groups within Spire with all applicable regulatory compliance requirements, including: insurance adequacy for fleet vehicles, driver qualification files, drug and alcohol testing program and records, accident reporting and record retention, vehicle inspection and maintenance documentation, hazardous materials shipping documentation, safety and regulatory requirements for drivers and operation staff, and DOT training (driver orientation, annual refresher training, road tests, HazMat).

Ensure compliance with the company 0DOT regulatory requirements and determine functional ownership.

Prepare for and lead DOT audits and internal compliance reviews.

Oversee the process of preparing and filing IFTA/IRP, MCS-150B, UCR (TK).

Develop a companywide DOT dashboard to track and report compliance metrics and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

Research, understand, and partner with internal departments on implementing new regulations and ensuring compliance requirements are met.

Skilled project management from inception to close, ensuring scope, resources, budget, timelines, and measurements are established and met.

Lead regularly scheduled cross-functional meetings to monitor and ensure companywide compliance.

Present companywide metrics and performance to senior leadership as needed.

Maintain knowledge of changes in federal and state transportation regulations.

Research, review, and recommend systems and tools to maintain compliance.

Support assigned resources, ensuring access to proper tools and training, and provide guidance and input on performance to management.

Special projects as needed.

Essential Characteristics and Competencies

Lead by example in support of the Company's values: strong ethics, safety focus, and inclusive work environment.

Ability to influence outside of direct reporting relationships.

Collaborative across groups to meet common goals.

Project management skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with a diverse group.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines; adaptable in a fast-moving culture.

Independent work style with effective time management; team-oriented attitude.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Indirect management of and delegation to several resources across the organization.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, transportation, logistics, or related field

REQUIRED .

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

5+ years of progressive professional experience leading and influencing indirect resources and managing programs outside of one 0own reporting relationship

REQUIRED .

5+ years of large-scale project management experience in DOT compliance, safety management, Human Resources, or a related role

REQUIRED .

Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience

REQUIRED .

3-5 years of experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including intermediate Excel and PowerPoint

REQUIRED .

Extensive knowledge of project management techniques and ability to lead cross-functional teams from initiation through close

REQUIRED .

Strong analytical, communication, leadership, and training skills.

Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations preferred.

Experience conducting and responding to audits and investigations with discretion and professionalism.

Experience with regulatory, safety, and compliance vendors preferred (e.g., JJ Keller).

Prior experience in trucking, fleet, HR, or EHS is a plus.

Physical demands, environment and schedule

Hybrid

Working Hours: Typically 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday, with the option to work remote 2 days per week after onboarding. Additional hours during peak periods and special projects.

Work is performed in a shared office environment.

Occasional travel required.

Company Overview At Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities. It 0is a simple idea, but one that 0is at the heart of our business. We are dedicated to understanding our customers' needs and goals to better serve them today and tomorrow. We look for driven, collaborative people to join our team.

Posting Requirements Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature of the level of work. They are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Spire and its subsidiaries are Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not limited to recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories. For more information, please visit the EEO resources linked in our posting.

Job Req ID:

11189

Job Location:

St Louis

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