**Job Summary:**

This position is in the Final Mile Division.

Under general supervision, responsible for promoting, training and educating management and commercial drivers in safe practices in accordance with Federal regulations, company policy, and industry best practices. Responsible for consulting in the development and implementation of training programs for existing accounts and driver safety compliance. Audit and report on existing facilities within the organization to ensure safe work practices and compliance with company policies and procedures, state and Federal regulations regarding worker, workplace and environmental safety.

**Job Description:**

**Key Responsibilities:**

+ Research and assess proper use, selection, and limitations of major safeguarding devices.

+ Audit existing accounts to determine that equipment, proper record keeping, and driver work practices are in compliance with state and federal regulations and company policies at each account.

+ Follow up with managers regarding the proper documentation of safety related events, training briefings and driver disciplinary procedures.

+ Coordinating activities and containment actions in the event of accidents; advising on regulations and safety practices.

+ Develop and deliver training content for safety orientation to instruct employees on the safe operation and handling of company machinery, products, or raw materials; auditing employees or processing for compliance with safety standards periodically.

+ Ensure completion of driver road tests, drug tests and DOT physicals for new drivers in Orientation. Potential to set up EFA and Smith System.

+ Implement and enforce company safety and compliance policies with respect to applicable government regulations, laws, and ordinances pertaining to the safety, health and welfare of company employees and the public.

+ Investigate causes of accidents, injuries, or illnesses; determining cause(s); preparing reports of findings and solutions for minimizing or preventing recurrence and implementing changes or improvements designed to prevent future incidents.

+ Make recommendations on safety events for possible changes to preventability ruling or DOT reportable rating as facts dictate.

+ Maintain specialized programs, procedures, and practices that enhance and improve the efficient operation of the Compliance department which includes, but not limited to, Hours of Service, Roadside Inspection, Hazmat, OSHA, citations, drug testing and driver qualification files.

**Requirements:**

+ Travel throughout the region up to 80% for safety checks is required

**Qualifications:**

**Minimum Qualification:**

+ High School or GED equivalent with 3-4 years in the transportation industry; posses a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record as per JBH standards.

**Preferred Qualification:**

+ Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management or Communication with 3-4 years of relevant experience

The expected starting salary for this position is between $62,400.00-$78,000.00.

**Skills and Abilities:**

+ Experience in the transportation industry

+ Driver management experience

+ Safety experience

+ Must travel

+ Compliance experience

+ Knowledge of OSHA management

+ Knowledge of hazardous materials management

**Education:**

Bachelors: Business Administration/Management, Bachelors: Business Communications, GED (Required), High School (Required)

**Work Experience:**

Safety, Transportation/Logistics, Compliance

**Job Opening ID:**

00575400 Area Risk Manager II (Open)

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. affirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment in all terms and conditions of employment. J.B. Hunt is committed to both the spirit and the letter of affirmative action law and continues its good-faith efforts to comply with all applicable government laws and regulations. The company is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity. J.B. Hunt will recruit, hire, compensate, offer benefits to, upgrade, train, layoff, terminate, and/or promote individuals without discrimination in regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases by applicable law.

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. offers reasonable accommodation in the employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application process due to a disability, you may request accommodation at any time by calling 1-800-777-4968.