Compliance Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY

The Compliance Coordinator supports Driving Academy's legal, compliance, and administrative functions by managing routine legal processes, ensuring regulatory and insurance compliance, preparing and reviewing contracts, and representing the company in non-attorney-required proceedings. This role ensures accurate documentation, timely filings, and proactive issue resolution across all locations.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

We are the Driving Academy, we provide affordable, state-approved classroom and behind-the-wheel lessons for aspiring truck (aka commercial driver's license [CDL]) drivers, and we are growing by the day. Our mission is to help our students get on the Road to Freedom by earning their CDL! We are Accountable and Results Oriented in our pursuit to see every team member reach their personal, professional, and financial goals through the work we do together. Our core value of having Integrity is the backbone of our business and guides our hiring process.

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

• Maintains compliance calendar for insurance, licensing, registrations, and government filings
• Completes applications, contracts, and legal documents on company's behalf
• Conducts legal research and summarizes findings, including changes in laws relevant to Driving Academy Operations
• Maintains awareness of regulatory, statutory, or legal changes that affect the business or its operations
• Represents the company in administrative hearings, routine regulatory meetings, or disputes where legal counsel is not required (e.g., unemployment hearings, small claims matters allowed by law)
• Reviews and files contracts signed by clients, partners, franchises, or vendors
• Maintains centralized contract repository
• Other duties as assigned

KEY COMPETENCIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to be successful in this role, but are not necessarily all inclusive.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters
• Possess time management skills
• Ability to rapidly review, research, and summarize legal research
• Possesses high level of confidentiality and discretion
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• At least 2 years of relevant experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to spend prolonged periods of time standing, speaking, walking, driving, writing, and/or sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift at least 15 pounds at a time
• Occasional travel to government offices, hearings, or company locations required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance Stipend
• Paid Holidays
• PTO Program
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Training & Development Opportunities
• Sick Leave

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, Driving Academy recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates, and partners.