Sr Director, Safety and Workers Compensation - Hybrid | Dallas, TX
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Sr Director, Safety and Workers Compensation - Hybrid | Dallas, TXJob Description Posted Monday, August 18, 2025 at 7:00 AM
OnTrac is hiring a Sr Director, Safety and Workers Compensation!
Are you eager to join a dynamic and expanding company where you can both learn and make a meaningful impact? If you possess a strong sense of empathy, enjoy assisting others, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and excel at problem-solving, we encourage you to apply today to connect with a recruiter!
Founded in 1986, OnTrac has evolved into the leading provider of same-day and next-day delivery services in the U.S. for premier e-commerce and product-supply businesses, including five of the largest retailers in the U.S.
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Employment Logistics:
The Sr Director, Safety and Workers Compensation serves as the strategic and operational leader for safety programs and workers’ compensation management across a large-scale, high-volume last-mile logistics network. This role ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations while driving a proactive safety culture that reduces incident rates, minimizes costs, and improves the well-being of the workforce. The leader will partner with operations, HR, risk management, and legal teams to develop, implement, and continuously improve field safety initiatives and workers’ compensation strategies for a geographically dispersed workforce. Serves as the functional leader for both field-based safety professionals and office-based workers compensation program management.
Unpacking the Benefits:
Competitive individual and group benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Paid Time Off including Holiday pay
401(k) with company match
Safe and clean work environment
The Must-Haves:
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Risk Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in safety leadership, with at least 5 years in a multi-site, high-volume logistics, transportation, or distribution environment
Proven experience managing workers’ compensation programs and claims across multiple states
Deep knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and workers’ compensation regulations and best practices
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present to senior leadership and large groups
Willingness to travel 30–40% to field locations
Your Mission in Motion:
Strategic Leadership & Program Development
Develop and execute a comprehensive safety and injury prevention strategy aligned with corporate goals and regulatory requirements
Establish enterprise-wide safety standards, protocols, and metrics for all field locations, including warehouses, and delivery stations to drive consistency safety performance
Lead workers’ compensation strategy, driving early return-to-work initiatives and cost control programs
Partner with executive leadership to integrate safety priorities into operational planning and decision-making
Field Safety Operations
Oversee field safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities
Lead investigation of major incidents, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
Develop and deliver training programs to ensure operational leaders and frontline employees understand and follow safety protocols
Partner with fleet operations to ensure DOT compliance, safe driving programs, and vehicle safety inspections
Hazardous Materials Compliance
In-depth understanding of Hazmat regulations, including handling, labeling, and storage requirements for both regulated and consumer quantity hazardous materials
Physical Security Systems
Proficient in implementing and managing badge access control systems, surveillance camera networks (CCTV), and intrusion detection alarms to maintain secure and compliant facility operations
Direct the management of all workers’ compensation claims, ensuring timely reporting, accurate documentation, and effective resolution
Collaborate with third-party administrators, insurers, and legal teams to manage claims and litigation
Implement and monitor return-to-work programs to reduce lost time and claim severity
Track and analyze claim data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for prevention
Culture & Engagement
Champion a safety-first culture across all levels of the organization, ensuring safety is embedded into daily operations
Recognize and reward safety performance, reinforcing positive behaviors
Engage field leaders and employees in safety committees, campaigns, and recognition programs
Data, Reporting & Compliance
Establish and manage KPIs for safety performance and workers’ compensation metrics with an emphasis on leading indicators of safety culture such as CAPA identification and recognition rather than simply focusing on lagging indicators, TRIR or LTIR
Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and other applicable safety regulations
Prepare executive reports on safety performance, incident trends, and program effectiveness
Lead safety response for audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries
Paving your way to your success:
OSHA 30 certification required; CSP, ARM, or CHST designation preferred
Strong analytical skills to interpret incident and claim data to drive strategic decisions
Ability to work collaboratively across operations, HR, and executive teams
Excellent leadership, influencing, and change management skills
If you are excited to be part of our team and grow with our OnTrac family, we invite you to apply!
OnTrac is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
OnTrac is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or age. Join us in our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are excited to be part of our team and contribute to our talent acquisition efforts, we invite you to apply.
Lasership, Inc. dba OnTrac Final Mile with its affiliates, including OnTrac Logistics, Inc. (collectively, "OnTrac" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer.
The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
- Location:
- Dallas, TX, Hybrid
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Human Resources And Personnel