Area Recruiter

First Student•Remote MS, MS

4d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Area Recruiter, you’ll play an important role in supporting hiring efforts across the South Region, with a primary focus on Louisiana and Mississippi. This remote position includes some travel to support recruiting initiatives, hiring events, and location-specific needs. You’ll partner closely with local leaders, manage multiple requisitions, and develop recruiting strategies that help attract and engage talent across a variety of markets.

Requirements

2+ years of recruiting, staffing, or talent acquisition experience (regional or high-volume recruiting preferred)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to build relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and community partners
Experience with ATS platforms and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
Strong time-management and organizational skills
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for local travel
English proficiency

Nice To Haves

Experience recruiting in Transportation (preferably School Bus and CDL in general).
Knowledge of the Louisana and Mississippi labor market
Experience with community outreach or campus recruiting

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a strong candidate pipeline for positions within the North Charleston
Conduct phone, virtual, and in-person interviews
Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, role requirements, and hiring timelines
Attend onsite recruiting events, job fairs, school visits, and community outreach initiatives
Represent the organization professionally at local events and partner locations
Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) to track candidates, interviews, and hiring metrics
Coordinate onboarding logistics and support a smooth candidate transition into employment
Maintain compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws
Provide regular updates and recruiting reports to leadership