CDL Driver Recruiting Support Specialist

Stevens Transport•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The CDL Driver Recruiting Support Specialist is the first point of contact for potential CDL driver candidates. The specialist contacts warm leads, screens candidates, and provides information about the company, its opportunities, and available positions. This role supports the recruiting process by helping ensure candidates are informed and qualified, while contributing to the growth of the company’s driving force. Compensation is hourly pay plus a bonus structure.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS), recruitment software, and related tools.
Strong computer and typing skills in a Windows environment, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Ability to handle high volumes of inbound and outbound calls and email.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and competing deadlines.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, take initiative, and perform with autonomy.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Recruiting, customer service, and/or sales experience.
Ability to talk and hear, and to sit for prolonged periods while working at a computer.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of CDL requirements, FMCSA regulations, and industry standards.
Previous recruitment experience, particularly in CDL driver recruitment or a related transportation or logistics role.
Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
Commitment to safety and compliance.
Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate candidate documentation.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make quick, informed decisions.
Strong oral, written, interpersonal, and active-listening skills.
Experience with the TenStreet ATS application.

Responsibilities

Review sourced potential CDL drivers using the Tenstreet ATS online database and referrals.
Contact candidates by phone, email, and other communication methods to assess interest and qualifications.
Provide information about Stevens Transport Inc., build rapport, and encourage potential drivers to consider driving for the company.
Identify potential CDL drivers through online job boards, social media, and referrals, and actively generate interest in the company and its openings.
Review DOT, state, local, and company requirements to assess candidate qualifications, experience, and CDL compliance.
Collect and review driver applications for completeness and minimum-qualification compliance; verify information such as driving records and employment history.
Request additional information or clarification from applicants when needed.
Conduct initial pre-screening interviews and evaluate DOT, criminal, and employment records against hiring criteria and regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate candidate documentation and an organized, current database of applicants and application status.
Track and report recruitment metrics, administer relevant tests or assessments, use recruitment software and databases to manage candidate data, and generate regular or ad-hoc management reports.
Collaborate with CDL Driver Recruiters to identify suitable candidates and support interviews and selection as needed.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including DOT requirements, and company policies.
Schedule and confirm interviews with Driver Recruiters.
Maintain recruitment reports on sourcing, interviews, and hiring; seek improvements to application processing and lead generation; and stay current on recruitment industry trends and best practices.
Build positive relationships with current and potential CDL drivers and maintain communication with applicants during the early stages of the recruiting life cycle.