Manager, DOT Regulations & Governance

Job Summary

Under general direction, this position serves as J.B. Hunt's primary liaison with federal, state, and other applicable agencies, addressing Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and related compliance matters. This role is responsible for advancing J.B. Hunt's position in the regulatory environment, influencing policy development, and representing the company at key industry conferences and events while managing a team of managers and/or high-level individual contributors responsible for the organization's transportation operations adherence on safety compliance matters.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Continuously monitor and interpret DOT and other transportation-related regulations and enforcement developments impacting J.B. Hunt's operations; assess potential business impacts of regulatory changes to counsel leadership on action plans
• Develop proactive strategies and best practices to ensure compliance with evolving DOT regulatory requirements; partner with internal stakeholders to implement directives, enforce adherence, and address compliance deviations
• Lead internal education efforts to enhance organizational awareness of regulatory developments and their operational impact; develop training materials and conduct workshops to ensure compliance readiness
• Partner with executive leadership to shape J.B. Hunt’s regulatory strategy in alignment with business objectives, providing regular briefings on regulatory developments and implications
• Assist Sales teams in acquiring new business involving hazardous materials and/or other regulated commodities through providing DOT regulatory expertise during contract negotiations and customer consultations
• Draft comprehensive position papers and responses to proposed rulemakings to protect and advance J.B. Hunt’s interests; represent J.B. Hunt in industry coalitions and regulatory forums to influence policy outcomes and provide supporting evidence (operational data, safety analysis, impact assessments, etc.)
• Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies, policymakers, and industry leaders; serve as a primary liaison during audits, inquiries, and collaborative opportunities
• Position the company as a trusted voice on regulatory matters to external audiences through delivering presentations and participating in panels to showcase J.B. Hunt's leadership in transportation and logistics
• Perform personnel tasks including, but not limited to staffing, performance management, annual review, and time and attendance
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Safety Management, Criminal Justice, Business Law, or related field with 5 years of DOT Compliance, Safety, governmental regulations, or related field, and/or military equivalent with 2 years of which being direct management experience

AND Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences:

• Potential to travel up to 25%
• Knowledge of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)
• Understanding of hazardous materials regulations
• Understanding of transportation and logistics operations, policies, and governing authorities
• Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas through various mediums
• Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner
• Ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization
• Ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a mutually beneficial manner
• Ability to prepare and deliver presentations information to audiences with the appropriate degree of formality
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
  
  

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

Education

: Criminal Science (Required), : Law

Work Experience

Compliance, Management-Entry Level, Safety, Transportation/Logistics

Job Opening ID

00622276 Manager, DOT Regulations & Governance (Open)

“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.