Area Manager Ancora Training CDL Division-Pennsylvania/New York

We offer an extensive benefits package to our full-time employees after 30 days of employment, a matched 403(b) after 60 days, and Paid Time Off after 90 days

Job Summary

The Area Manager-CDL is the subject matter expert and recognized leader on all matters related to the CDL program for Ancora Training. This person is responsible for the administration of a best-in-class CDL program that adheres to all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and state regulatory agency regulations, develops and trains CDL program directors and instructors on best practices and policies to run an efficient CDL program, and drives fleet management and scheduling to ensure profitable, safe programs system-wide. They will work closely with the Regional Program Director-CDL to set standards and training and roll them out to the campuses for implementation. This person will work closely with regional and campus leadership, where applicable, to problem-solve issues in the CDL program and prescribe solutions for implementation. The Area Manager-CDL assists CDL Leadership in meeting and/or exceeding its CDL revenue and profitability goals, fleet management, and instructor and scheduling goals while ensuring adherence to institutional, state, and federal guidelines and is respected by the field for their program knowledge. The Area Manager-CDL applies expertise in driving, training, regulations, and knowledge of the transportation market to identify growth opportunities and business risks to enhance this company's revenue stream.

Experience Required:

∙ Minimum: 

⁻ High school degree 

⁻ 5 years of work experience in CDL driving and training 

⁻ Multi-site oversight experience

⁻ Management experience 

⁻ Working knowledge of FMCSA regulations 

∙ Preferred: 

⁻ BA 

⁻ 15 years of progressive work experience in CDL driving and training 

⁻ Knowledge of multi-state regulations for CDL 

⁻ Experience with CDL employers, specifically trucking companies 

⁻ Track record of growing leaders and independent thinkers 

I. Develop, organize, and administer Program Director and Instructor training programs.

• Provide subject matter expertise on all aspects of running a successful, high quality, compliant and safe CDL program. 

• Visit, understand, and direct program directors and instructors on compliance and operational best practices for all aspects of CDL. 

• Develop and administer program director and instructor training programs; work with other corporate CDL staff to scale training efforts.

• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training new CDL staff.

• Reviews daily/weekly/monthly reports and tailors training and discussions with CDL teams on results. 

II. Manage operational compliance for the CDL program

• Oversee and operationalize safety and compliance programs mandated by FMCSA, State and Local Regulatory and Law Enforcement Agencies. 

• Ensure compliance with drug and alcohol, road safety, administrative, and all other relevant regulations and laws by identifying best practices, training teams, and escalating and documenting issues. 

• Review and maintain accident policy and develop safety initiatives such as defensive driving courses. Administer audit process and scorecard system and report on compliance at each location. 

• Implement remediation plans, as a result of testing, with leadership and the CDL program director. 

III. Manage fleet activities, including acquisition, maintenance, and disposal of vehicles. 

• Work with your Regional CDL Program Director to understand all fleet-related metrics and implement plans to maximize truck efficiency. 

• Train CDL program directors and instructors on how best to maintain their trucks and ensure efficient truck operations; ensure program directors understand fleet efficiency drivers to ensure optimized fleet management. 

IV. Develop, recommend, and implement cost-saving measures through labor, equipment, and fuel programs.

• Regularly review, understand, and make recommendations to improve efficiency across all aspects of the CDL business. 

• Balance CDL schedule demands with businesses' cost drivers. 

V. Leads and Develops Others

• Recognized and respected as the subject matter expert on all operational and compliance aspects of commercial driving license. Demonstrates ability to apply regulatory concepts in a compliant, practical way.  

• Holds others accountable to established performance levels to achieve individual and group goals.  

• Conducts regular check-ins with CDL program staff to review performance versus goal, discuss and resolve issues, and provide the overall support needed to ensure success. 

• Manages resources and people processes (e.g., Performance Management, Career Development, Training, Staffing, etc.) to ensure optimal performance. 

• Identifies individual and team skill gaps and developmental opportunities (e.g., training, special assignments, conferences, projects, etc.) to facilitate individual and team development. 

• Coaches and mentors staff to develop the careers of others and improve individual and team performance. 

• Resolves individual and group performance issues promptly to motivate and foster teamwork.

• Identifies opportunities to involve others in new and challenging work assignments that advance the skills and capabilities of individuals and the organization. 

• Recommends employees for lateral rotations and promotions to provide opportunities to develop new skills and take on more responsibility. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Demonstrates an understanding of maintenance. 
• Ability to drive results in a matrix organizational structure. 
• Ability to translate complex regulatory details into compliant and practical programs. 
• Demonstrated ability to establish and execute a detailed operating plan on schedule and within budget. 
• Demonstrated ability to navigate a rapidly changing business environment and align internal and external stakeholders. 
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers, executives, peers, and subordinates. 
• Good decision-making skills. 
• Ability to prioritize and solve problems. 
• Effective and impactful leadership skills. 

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. This job posting does not qualify to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for those who do not meet the work authorization requirements for employment in the U.S.

Ancora Education is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to an individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.