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Driver Services Program Manager

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ace logoAce · Costa Mesa, CA
Full-timeOn-siteToday
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Responsibilities

  • Strategic & Business Performance
  • Drive operational and financial performance using data, performance metrics, and continuous process improvement.
  • Establish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators including enrollment growth, instructor productivity, service quality, and overall operational performance.
  • Translate insights into clear action plans with measurable outcomes.
  • Identify performance gaps, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions with urgency while demonstrating ownership and accountability.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and revenue optimization efforts to improve business performance.
  • Operational Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead, mentor and develop supervisors, instructors and support staff while setting clear expectations and fostering a culture of accountability, member focus, and operational excellence.
  • Implement procedures, standards, staffing plans, and resource allocation practices that ensure consistency, efficiency, productivity, and timely execution across multiple locations.
  • Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Partner with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement strategic initiatives.
  • Effectively communicate business performance, operational trends, and improvement opportunities to leadership and key stakeholders.
  • Technology, Analytics & Process Improvement
  • Analyze operational and financial data to identify trends, risks, root causes, and improvement opportunities.
  • Develop data-driven recommendations and present findings to leadership.
  • Lead operational improvement initiatives and manage projects from planning through implementation.
  • Regulatory Compliance & Safety
  • Support adherence to applicable state and federal regulations, as well as industry standards and company policies.
  • Partner with Compliance and Legal teams to maintain proper policies, documentation, and instructor certifications.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 4+ years of leadership experience, preferably in operations, service, education, training, customer service, or other performance-driven environments.
  • Experience leading supervisors, managers, or other leadership positions preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive operational performance through accountability, process improvement, and effective implementation.
  • Experience interpreting operational and financial performance metrics and using data to support business decisions. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and revenue management is preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, drive initiatives to completion, and consistently follow through on commitments.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends, determine root causes, and implement solutions.
  • Strong Excel skills required, including the ability to analyze performance data, identify trends, create reports, and develop actionable recommendations.
  • Advanced leadership, coaching, team development, organizational communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced proficiency in Excel preferred.
  • Additional Requirements
  • Ability to travel between locations as needed to support operations and attend meetings.
  • Valid Driver License, acceptable Department of Motor Vehicle record, and minimum limits of automobile liability insurance required.
  • The starting pay range for this position is:
  • $109,500.00 - $146,200.00 Additionally, for full time positions, you will be eligible to participate in our incentive program based upon the achievement of organization, team and personal performance.
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  • Remarkable benefits:
  • Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
  • 401(K) saving plans with company match AND Pension
  • Tuition assistance
  • Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellness programs
  • Employee discounts (membership, insurance,
  • travel, entertainment, services and more!)

Benefits

Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offParental leave

Additional Information

Driver Services Program Manager We are seeking a strategic, accountable, and results-driven Program Manager - Driver Services to steer multi-site driving school operations and accelerate enrollment growth, operational excellence, service quality, and overall business performance in a fully onsite role requiring regular presence at program locations to support team leadership, collaboration, and maintain strong day-to-day momentum. This role is responsible for leading a team of supervisors, instructors, and support staff while ensuring the successful execution of driver education programs across multiple locations.


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