Knowledgeable professional with several years of experience in maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Strong problem-solving abilities and natural relationship-building talents.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of D.O.T. Driver Safety Compliance
Drivers Select Inc
Fort Smith, AR
09.2019 - Current
Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Reviewed internal reports and identified areas of risk or potential cost savings.
Coordinated activities with other departments to expedite work and improve collaboration.
Analyzed data to inform decision-making and strategic direction.
Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
D.O.T. Safety Manager
Hurricane Express
West Siloam Springs, OK
03.2019 - 09.2019
Evaluated workplace environment and equipment to identify potential hazards.
Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and best practices.
Monitored changes in relevant legislation and adjusted operations accordingly.
Conducted internal audits to identify areas of non-compliance and recommend corrective actions.
Served as a primary contact with regulators during external audit reviews.
Director of Operations/D.O.T. Compliance
L.P.S.
Springdale, AR
06.2015 - 03.2019
Certified in FMCSA/DOT drug and alcohol collections.
Oversaw motor carrier hours of service and reported potential and actual hours of service violations.
Compiled spreadsheets for International Fuel Tax reports quarterly.
Assisted motor carriers in obtaining IFTA, cab cards, and other registration required for commercial motor vehicles weighing 26,000 pounds.
Filed for D.O.T. Authority for motor carriers.
Obtained various state-required permits, such as overweight and specialized IFTA for Kentucky, New Mexico and New York.
Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
Fraud Prevention Specialist
Wal-Mart E-commerce
Bentonville, AR
01.2015 - 12.2015
Reviewed and analyzed customer account activity to identify any fraudulent activities.
Monitored customer accounts for unusual behavior or irregularities that may indicate fraudulent activity.
Investigated suspicious transactions, identified potential fraud patterns, and reported findings to the management team.
Utilized specialized software tools to detect anomalous patterns in customer data which could indicate fraudulent activity.
Documented all investigative activities, evidence gathered, conclusions reached, and actions taken during a case investigation.
Responded promptly to customer inquiries about suspected cases of fraud or other issues related to their accounts.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
Some College (No Degree) - Sociology
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX
ALETA
Springdale, AR
Skills
Company guidelines
Rules and regulations
Legal and Regulatory Compliance
Corporate Communications
People Management
Organizational Development
Certification
DOT drug and alcohol collections
Certified Oral fluid drug testing
D.E.R. Designated Employee representative/D.O.T Supervisor Training
ALETA Law Enforcement Training Academy
Languages
German
Limited
Spanish
Limited
Affiliations
Avid motorcyclist
Outdoor activities
Travel
Watching Football and Baseball
Accomplishments
Law Enforcement medal of Bravery/Honor
SWAT Team member
Law Enforcement SNIPER school graduate
US ARMY Veteran
US Army veteran trained as a 19D Cavalry Scout. Operated M3A1, M3A2, and M3A2 ODA Bradley Fighting Vehicle.
Stationed in Germany, Georgia, Louisiana, Hawaii, and Kentucky in various units
Motor Vehicle Field Representative at Process Drivers Licenses, Renew Drivers Licences,Motor Vehicle Field Representative at Process Drivers Licenses, Renew Drivers Licences,
Co-Founder and Transport Coordinator at Freedom Drivers - Animal Rescue TransportCo-Founder and Transport Coordinator at Freedom Drivers - Animal Rescue Transport