Drug & Alcohol Compliance Coordinator

Position Summary

The Drug & Alcohol Compliance Coordinator ensures Archer Aviation's compliance with FAA (14 CFR Part 120), DOT (49 CFR Part 40), and California Drug-Free Workplace Act requirements while managing NIDA (National Institute on Drug Abuse) and non-NIDA testing functions. This role integrates safety data analytics to identify trends, assess program effectiveness, and drive proactive risk mitigation across the organization's drug-free workplace program.

Key Responsibilities

Drug & Alcohol Program Administration (60%)

• Administer end-to-end DOT/FAA-mandated testing programs including pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing per 49 CFR Part 40 and 14 CFR Part 120.
• Manage NIDA-compliant urine drug testing panels (5-panel: marijuana, cocaine, opiates, PCP, amphetamines) and non-NIDA functions including alcohol testing (breath/saliva), prescription medication verification, and state-specific CA requirements.
• Coordinate with certified Medical Review Officers (MROs), Substance Abuse Professionals (SAPs), and third-party administrators (TPAs) for test result adjudication and return-to-duty processes.
• Maintain DOT Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse registrations, queries, and reporting obligations.
• Conduct pre-employment drug screenings and verify negative results before safety-sensitive employees assume duties per 14 CFR § 120.109(a).
• Manage reasonable suspicion testing documentation and supervisor training records.

Safety Data Analytics (25%)

• Analyze drug and alcohol testing data to identify trends, anomalies, and emerging risks across departments, job classifications, and testing types.
• Develop dashboards and KPI reports (testing completion rates, positivity rates, turnaround times, compliance gaps) for executive leadership and regulatory audits.
• Perform statistical analysis on testing outcomes to support program optimization and resource allocation decisions.
• Integrate drug/alcohol data with broader safety metrics (incident rates, near-misses, workers' compensation claims) to identify correlations and preventive opportunities.
• Maintain testing databases, ensure data integrity, and generate annual Management Information System (MIS) reports for DOT submission.

Compliance & Training (15%)

• Ensure compliance with California Drug-Free Workplace Act (Gov. Code § 23300 et seq.) and CAL/OSHA recordkeeping requirements.
• Develop and deliver training to supervisors on reasonable suspicion recognition, documentation, and testing protocols.
• Maintain program policies, procedures, and manuals; update annually or as regulations change.
• Serve as subject-matter expert for internal audits, FAA/DOT inspections, and external compliance reviews.
• Manage vendor contracts with collection sites, laboratories, MROs, and SAP providers.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Safety Management, Public Health, or related field.
• Required: 3+ years administering DOT/FAA drug and alcohol testing programs in aviation, transportation, or safety-critical industries.
• Required: Demonstrated experience with NIDA 5-panel testing and non-NIDA functions (alcohol, prescription verification, state-specific panels).
• Preferred: Master's degree in Safety, Security & Emergency Management, Occupational Health, or related field.
• Preferred: DOT Drug & Alcohol Collector Certification and/or SAP (Substance Abuse Professional) certification.
• Preferred: 2+ years experience in safety data analytics, statistical analysis, or business intelligence.

Technical Competencies

• Expert knowledge of 49 CFR Part 40, 14 CFR Part 120, and California Drug-Free Workplace Act requirements.
• Proficiency with drug testing management software (e.g., FirstAdvantage, HireRight, ComplyPlus) and DOT Clearinghouse systems.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, statistical functions); experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) preferred.
• Strong analytical capabilities with ability to interpret testing data, identify trends, and present actionable insights.
• Familiarity with OSHA 300/301 recordkeeping and integration with workers' compensation data.

Core Competencies

• Highest level of integrity, confidentiality, and discretion when handling sensitive medical and personnel data.
• Exceptional attention to detail with ability to manage complex regulatory transactions accurately.
• Strong communication skills for training delivery, policy interpretation, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Proactive problem-solver with commitment to continuous improvement.

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment with occasional travel to collection sites, hangars, and operational facilities.
• Must be available for after-hours support for post-accident and reasonable suspicion testing.
• Exposure to sensitive medical information and confidential employee records.
• Periodic high-pressure situations requiring rapid decision-making (e.g., post-incident testing coordination).

Key Performance Indicators

• 100% compliance with FAA/DOT random testing rate requirements (minimum 25% drug, 10% alcohol annually).
• Zero regulatory citations or findings during FAA/DOT audits.
• Testing turnaround time < 5 business days for 95% of samples.
• Quarterly safety data analytics reports delivered to leadership with actionable recommendations.
• 100% supervisor training completion rate for reasonable suspicion certification.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $75,000 – $95,000 annually (commensurate with experience and certifications).
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and PTO.
• Professional development support for DOT certifications and safety analytics training.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.