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As an Operations Safety & Compliance Manager, you will own the execution of safety and regulatory compliance across Kodiak’s operational environments. This role ensures Kodiak can scale commercial and testing operations safely, consistently, and in compliance with regulatory requirements. This position is embedded within Operations and focused on execution, readiness, and accountability. You will translate established safety strategy, regulatory requirements, and company policy into practical, enforceable operational processes. The role partners closely with Operations leadership, Safety, Legal, People Operations, Fleet, and Training teams, while remaining distinct from Safety Engineering and safety strategy ownership.
Job Responsibility:
Own safety execution across Operations, including OSS, drivers, depots, yards, and on-road activities
Ensure operational teams adhere to established safety standards, policies, and approved safety frameworks
Represent Operations in incident reviews, providing operational context and driving corrective actions
Lead operational incident response from an execution perspective, including classification, response coordination, and post-incident follow-up
Identify recurring operational safety risks and partner with Operations leadership to reduce repeat incidents
Own FMCSA and DOT Motor Carrier compliance execution for Kodiak, maintaining audit readiness at all times. This includes IRP, IFTA, HVUT (2290), UCR, MCS-150, and state-specific filings
Own driver compliance programs, including CDL qualifications, driver qualification files, HOS adherence and HOS logfile certification, medical certifications, and Clearinghouse requirements
Own drug and alcohol testing workflows for operational roles, including pre-employment, post-incident, random, and reasonable suspicion testing
Serve as the primary Operations point of contact for regulatory audits, inspections, and compliance inquiries
Embed safety and compliance requirements into Operations SOPs, QRGs, and training programs
Partner with Training Operations to ensure training reflects real-world operational risks and expectations
Support new sites, customers, and operational expansions with safety and compliance readiness reviews
Leads cross-functional alignment across Operations, Safety, Legal, and People Operations through clear ownership, sound judgment, and operational credibility
Partner with Operations leadership to define and track safety and compliance metrics that support execution and scale
Own operational compliance tooling workflows in partnership with Ops Systems and Fleet teams
Requirements:
5+ years of experience in operations, compliance, fleet management, or regulated operational environments
Prior experience owning safety or compliance execution in transportation, logistics, or industrial operations
Experience supporting audits, inspections, or regulatory reviews
Strong operational mindset with the ability to translate policy into executable processes
Experience working closely with frontline teams, drivers, and operational leaders
Comfortable operating in scaling, fast-changing operational environments
Working knowledge of FMCSA and DOT regulations applicable to commercial operations
Familiarity with driver compliance, vehicle compliance, and incident response workflows
Execution-focused leader who drives accountability through clarity and follow-through
Trusted operator who balances safety, compliance, and operational realities
Builds structure and consistency without adding unnecessary friction
What we offer:
Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses
Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies
Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging
Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
Fidelity 401(k)
Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)