Develop and execute a comprehensive safety and risk management strategy for all corporate and franchise operations
Establish safety standards, policies, procedures, and best practices that support operational excellence and risk reduction
Create and manage company-wide safety scorecards, KPIs, dashboards, and reporting systems
Lead initiatives designed to reduce workplace injuries, vehicle accidents, cargo claims, and insurance losses
Foster a culture of accountability, leadership, and safety ownership across all levels of the organization
Provide executive leadership with regular reporting and recommendations regarding safety trends, risks, and corrective actions
Serve as the organization's primary authority on regulatory compliance and monitor regulatory changes
Oversee the company's captive insurance programs and risk management initiatives
Analyze workers' compensation, auto liability, general liability and cargo claims and implement proactive loss prevention strategies
Develop and deliver safety certification programs for franchise owners and operational leaders
Build and lead a high-performing safety and risk management function

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Risk Management, Transportation, Business Administration, Industrial Safety, or related field
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in safety, risk management, transportation compliance, insurance, or fleet operations
Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing programs, teams, or multi-location operations
Extensive knowledge of DOT regulations, FMCSA compliance, OSHA standards, Workers' Compensation programs, Auto liability and fleet claims management, Commercial insurance programs, Transportation and logistics operations, Accident investigation and root cause analysis, Safety management systems
Experience supporting multi-location, franchise, transportation, logistics, moving, or field-service organizations
Demonstrated success reducing accident frequency, injury rates, and insurance losses.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Risk Manager (CRM), Certified Director of Safety (CDS), OSHA 30 Certification, DOT Compliance Certification (preferred)
Experience with captive insurance programs and implementing telematics and driver monitoring technology (preferred)
Advanced Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
Experience with safety management systems and reporting platforms
Working knowledge of telematics platforms such as Samsara, Motive, Geotab, or similar technologies
Experience utilizing analytics and dashboard reporting tools

Director of Safety and Risk Management

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