HR & Compliance Specialist (DOT Focus)

Description:About Capital Waste Services AtCapital Waste Services (CWS) , we are committed to delivering reliable, customer-focused waste collection services across our communities. Our team members are the foundation of our success, and we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, high-integrity work environment where people can grow and thrive. Position Summary TheHR & Compliance Specialist (DOT Focus)is responsible for supporting Human Resources operations with a primary emphasis onDOT compliance, driver qualification management, and regulated onboarding . This role also supportsbenefits administration, HRIS (Paylocity), employee onboarding, and training coordinationacross a multi-location, safety-sensitive workforce. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience maintainingDriver Qualification (DQ) files , supportingDOT drug and alcohol compliance , administeringgroup benefits , and working collaboratively with operations, safety, and management teams to ensure compliance and a smooth employee experience. _______________________________________________ Key Responsibilities DOT & Driver Compliance Maintain and auditDriver Qualification (DQ) filesin accordance with FMCSA and DOT regulations Track and manage driver credentials, includingCDL status, medical cards, MVRs, prior employment verifications, and annual reviews CoordinateDOT drug & alcohol testing , including pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing Support compliance with companyDrug & Alcohol and Safety policiesand ensure documentation accuracy Assist with DOT-related audits and compliance reviews _______________________________________________ Onboarding & Training (Safety-Sensitive Roles) Coordinate onboarding forDOT-regulated and non-DOT employees Ensure all DOT onboarding documentation is completed prior to performing safety-sensitive functions Support and tracknew-hire safety and DOT training , including Hours of Service (HOS) and drug & alcohol awareness Maintain accurate onboarding and training records _______________________________________________ Benefits & HR Administration Assist withgroup benefits administration , including enrollments, changes, and terminations Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits questions and vendor coordination Support open enrollment and benefits communications Maintain accurate employee records inPaylocityand ensure data integrity _______________________________________________ HRIS & Cross-Functional Collaboration UtilizePaylocityfor employee records, onboarding, and HR administration Collaborate withOperations, Safety, Managers, and Vendorsto resolve HR and compliance matters Support HR reporting, recordkeeping, and internal controls Assist with additional HR initiatives and administrative duties as assigned _______________________________________________ Qualifications Required 2+ years of HR experience withDOT compliance and driver qualification exposure Hands-on experience maintainingDriver Qualification (DQ) files Working knowledge ofDOT/FMCSA regulationsrelated to drivers Experience supportingbenefits administration and group insurance Proficiency with HRIS systems;Paylocity experience strongly preferred Strong attention to detail and ability to identify documentation errors Ability to collaborate across departments in a fast-paced environment _______________________________________________ Preferred Experience intransportation, waste, logistics, or field-based operations Familiarity with DOT audits or compliance reviews Associates or Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field _______________________________________________ Work Environment Office-based role with frequent interaction with operations and safety teams Fast-paced, compliance-driven environment supporting safety-sensitive employees _______________________________________________ Why Join Capital Waste Services, LLC Stable and growing organization in the environmental services industry High-impact role supporting safety, compliance, and employee experience Collaborative HR team with cross-functional exposure Competitive compensation and benefitsRequirements: PIcd3e2a61c904-26289-39896030