Automotive Repair Risk Management Consultant (Part-Time)

Founded in 1986, KPA is a leading provider of Workforce Compliance software and consulting services. We succeed if our clients can send their employees home at night, having not experienced a workplace accident or injury. The combination of software, consulting, and training helps clients identify, remedy, and prevent workplace safety and compliance problems so they can focus on what’s important – their core business.  Help us help keep people safe and businesses working efficiently. Named as one of Built In Colorado’s Best Places to Work for six years in a row, KPA is made up of talented individuals working together for the greater good. We’re here to help our clients build safe, thriving organizations, and we’re looking for people with a common goal to help us do it. 
Position Description:This position will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients to establish and demonstrate exceptional industry and regulatory knowledge through onsite field audits, repair order reviews, and employee training. The objective of the consultant is to help minimize risk and increase profitability for the client. The consultant develops and maintains relationships with dealer principals, dealer management, compliance officers, dealer general counsel, and other dealership staff. The position requires a person who is comfortable connecting with clients face-to-face, as well as by phone, e-mail, and virtual video sharing. Functions of the Automotive Repair Risk Management Consultant position will grow and change as KPA grows, so it’s a great opportunity to join an expanding department at KPA.
Location:While this is a remote position based out of the employee’s home office, it will require frequent visits to clients within the territory, including overnight travel. This position will be based in the Los Angeles area and work with clients across California.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct audits of automotive repair dealers, smog check stations, and vehicle inspection operations to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations (such as the Automotive Repair Act and Smog Check Program).
• Review records such as repair orders, invoices, and inspection reports to assess accuracy and completeness.
• Inspect facilities to ensure they meet regulatory standards.
• Prepare detailed audit reports summarizing findings, identifying non-compliance, and recommending corrective actions.
• Provide onsite education and guidance to managers and Service Advisors regarding compliance requirements.

Qualifications:

• Senior level experience working in an automotive dealership required. Deep knowledge in Bureau of Automative Repair and Automotive Repair compliance.
• Ability to stay current with legal/regulatory and compliance trends, incorporating new information into KPA policies and procedures.
• Ability to identify and analyze complex issues and evaluate their broader implications for the business.
• Ability to interact with clients at all levels, providing timely practical advice and solutions. Strong communication skills both in-person and in writing are required.
• Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and take ownership of issues and matters to their successful conclusion.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated integrity and ability to foster a compliance culture.
• Strong ability to multi-task and quickly shift priorities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to navigate and learn new platforms and technology quickly and effectively. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and will be proficient and comfortable using handheld and portable devices
Desired qualifications:
• Prior experience with BAR-regulated businesses.
• Bilingual skills are a plus (Spanish, Mandarin, etc.).
• Strong writing and public speaking ability.
• Knowledge of STAR program and vehicle emissions control systems.

Success Criteria:

• Effective communication skills, in-person, in writing, and by phone.
• Professional, collaborative, and persuasive when interacting with clients.
• Successfully work in a fast-paced, self-directed, entrepreneurial environment, combining the independence of working from a home office while professionally representing KPA.
• Interest and aptitude in learning Federal and State-specific regulations imposed on the automotive dealership industry.
• Ability to manage accounts efficiently and document all activities in our CRM platform

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