About the Role
We’re expanding our Risk Control Department and looking for a compliance-centered Risk Control Manager who can bring their energy and ideas to life across our fleet of drivers. If you can think through cross-functional initiatives with a drive to foster a culture of safety, you’ll fit right in.
Responsibilities
- Champion a company-wide safety culture by educating employees, reinforcing best practices, and ensuring safety becomes part of every department’s daily workflow.
- Coach drivers through positive, skills-based development, using telematics, DOT inspections, and HOS data to help drivers improve performance and remain compliant.
- Lead quarterly one-on-one driver coaching sessions focused on safe driving habits, professional growth, and commitment to getting every driver home safely.
- Conduct accident investigations including documentation, reporting, DOT-reportability assessments, and coordination of post-accident procedures.
- Monitor daily compliance metrics such as HOS violations, telematics alerts, and inspection results, providing timely coaching and corrective guidance.
- Facilitate weekly safety and orientation training covering HOS rules, accident procedures, and company policies.
- Coordinate company-wide safety meetings and contribute to new training programs that strengthen driver knowledge and reduce risk.
- Collaborate with Terminal Directors and Driver Advocates to apply the Driver Corrective Action Plan and maintain clear communication on driver performance.
- Support injured employees by initiating workers’ compensation claims and ensuring proper reporting and follow-up.
- Provide exceptional customer service by responding promptly to driver and company concerns, including after-hours on-call support.
- Stay current on industry regulations and safety trends, updating internal documentation and advising leadership on key changes.
Requirements
- High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of verifiable experience in a similar role.
- Experience in a supervisory position preferred.
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office, Adobe tools, & TMW.
- Must be available for on-call duties with either drivers or dispatch.
- Occasional travel for professional development and/or company terminal meetings.
Skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Record-keeping skills
- Time-management skills
- Clear, professional communication (written, verbal, and interpersonal)
- Ability to support drivers and internal partners
- Ability to juggle multiple priorities
- Ability to stay focused under pressure
- Ability to consistently meet deadlines
- Self-motivated work style
- Ability to take ownership of tasks
- Ability to collaborate seamlessly with the team
- Positive, solutions-oriented mindset
- Ability to coach
- Ability to problem-solve
- Ability to deliver excellent service
Location
- Ontario County, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
- On-site
Experience Level
- Minimum 2 years of verifiable experience in a similar role
- Experience in a supervisory position preferred
Education Level
- High school diploma required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $65,000–$70,000/year
About the Company
- You’ll be part of a growing, forward-thinking safety department supporting a broad spectrum of drivers, logistics providers, and warehouse personnel. Your work will directly shape how our companies communicate, grow, and attract talent.
Equal Opportunity
- Leonard’s Express is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, New York, and Idaho employment laws.
- We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with the ADA.
- Leonard’s Express participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
