AT - CDL Lead Driver Trainer
$50,000–$55,000 year
On-site · Middletown, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Lead the CDL Program as the Program Director and Lead Driver Trainer, providing strategic leadership for curriculum development, faculty supervision, student advising, and program improvement. Hire, orient, develop, evaluate, and recognize Driver Trainers; convene regular faculty meetings; monitor student populations; advise students during provisional periods and address career-oriented questions; analyze student data to identify at-risk students and barriers to success; participate in orientation and new student onboarding; contribute to the campus effectiveness plan and ensure continuous program improvement. Maintain knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements (FMCSA/DOT) and ensure program compliance while partnering with faculty and staff to drive program performance. Demonstrate strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills to engage students, alumni, employers, and campus stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- CDL License
- 5 years of industry experience in the field of instruction
- 2 years of experience in a management or supervisory role
- Ability to qualify as a CDL Driver /Driver Trainer
- Knowledge regarding faculty development, including requirements, delivery methods, and reporting
- Motivation, dedication, professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm for teaching
- Ability to show sensitivity to the needs and requirements of adult learners
- Ability and desire to embrace the mission
- Ability to inspire students to the highest level of achievement in preparation for meeting employer expectations
- Knowledge of industry standards and requirements within the field of instruction
- Knowledge of and ability to facilitate learning on course content within the field of instruction
- Excellent organizational skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and database programs (CampusVue preferred)
- Superior verbal and written communication skills
- Interpersonal relationship skills necessary for positive interactions with students, alumni, faculty, and employers
- Excellent creative and problem solving skills in dealing with students, alumni, employers, faculty, and staff
- Ability to meet and/or exceed defined goals
- Excellent presentation skills and ability to present ideas effectively to individuals or groups in a formal setting
- Management skills in planning, organizing, controlling and evaluating programs and policies in a dynamic and changing environment
- Knowledge of the federal (FMCSA) and state Department of Motor Vehicle Agency requirements
- Experience and Education Preferred: Associate’s Degree or higher, 10 years of experience in the field of instruction
- 3 years of experience in a management or supervisory role
- Previous experience as an academic program director
- Experience in student guidance, or related fields
- Working knowledge of federal/state government education regulations
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