Manager, Compliance - Asset-Light Fleet

Job Description

The Manager, Compliance - Asset-Light Fleet is responsible for directing and supervising the daily operations of the compliance team. Their mission is to ensure that all applicable laws, regulations, and ArcBest policies are consistently met or exceeded. This position requires strategic leadership, technical expertise, and proven ability to develop, implement, and oversee compliance and safety management programs, ensuring company operations align with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, and internal policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in the development, implementation, and oversight of compliance and safety management programs.

• Ensure organizational adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, and company policies, including DOT, FMCSA, and PHMSA requirements.

• Design and implement comprehensive policies, procedures, programs, and systems that support operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

• Lead and manage DOT compliance reviews, including preparation, audit response, and corrective action planning.

• Monitor and evaluate safety programs to identify risks, implement improvements, and maintain compliance standards.

• Provide training and guidance to team and stakeholders on compliance requirements, safety protocols, and best practices.

• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting to support audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.

• Other duties and projects, as assigned.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in safety, transportation, logistics, or related field, preferred

Experience:

• 5 years of proven experience in transportation safety and regulatory compliance.

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, required

Additional Requirements:

• Proven ability to interpret and apply CSA/SMS methodology to improve carrier safety performance.

• Experienced in the design and development of comprehensive organizational policies, procedures, programs, and systems.

• Hands-on experience participating in DOT compliance reviews, including preparation, audit response, and post-review corrective measures.

• Technical expertise in DOT, FMCSA, PHMSA, and other regulatory safety requirements.

Competencies:

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail

• Coaching Others

• Effective Communications

• Judgment and Decision Making

• Managing Multiple Priorities

• Problem Solving

• Producing Results

• Service Excellence

Other Details

Work Hours:

• Generally, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday through Friday with occasional irregular hours depending on workload.

Travel Requirements:

• Minimal (0%-25%)

Compensation:

• This is a salary position paid biweekly.

About Us

ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB) is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that helps keep the global supply chain moving. Founded in 1923 and now with 14,000 employees across 250 campuses and service centers, the company is a logistics powerhouse, using its technology, expertise and scale to connect shippers with the solutions they need — from ground, air and ocean transportation to fully managed supply chains. ArcBest has a long history of innovation that is enriched by deep customer relationships. With a commitment to helping customers navigate supply chain challenges now and in the future, the company continues to invest in purpose-built technology such as ArcBest View™, its digital logistics platform that brings quoting, booking, shipment visibility and reporting into one connected experience.

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