Driver Hiring Specialist

Penske•Phoenix, AZ

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

Penske Logistics is seeking a Driver Hiring Specialist to source, interview, and make hiring decisions for professional truck driver positions. This role remotely supports operations across the United States and Canada. Based in Phoenix, AZ, the specialist will be part of a team committed to a high-touch, personal approach with driver candidates. Responsibilities include sourcing, selection, job offer, and scheduling of clinical services and road tests within a complete life-cycle recruiting process. The role involves interaction with candidates and field operations managers via phone and electronic correspondence. Ideal candidates are passionate about driving careers, have high energy, a positive attitude, attention to detail, and the capacity to deliver results. Proficiency in technology, including capturing candidate information while managing multiple computer applications, is essential. This is a Monday through Friday position, with a requirement to be in the office two days per week.

Requirements

At least 2 years of prior work experience supporting a recruiting function in a call center or in a customer-facing retail environment.
Prior demonstrated experience using computer programs such as Microsoft Office, sales or contact information software, internet search, and social media.
Ability to listen, type, and accurately capture information simultaneously.
Prior responsibility for accurately following processes and procedures.
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.

Nice To Haves

Experience interviewing and hiring.
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent years of relevant work experience.
Knowledge of transportation industry and/or prior driver recruiting experience is a plus.
Ability to learn new programs quickly is preferred.

Responsibilities

Actively source and manage driver leads via inbound and outbound calls, e-mail, social media, resume and other internet databases, and associate referrals.
Present the total value proposition and benefits of working with Penske to qualified driver candidates and discuss available driver opportunities.
Accurately capture and manage driver information in the lead capture system, Salesforce.com.
Engage driver leads who may not currently meet requirements or have interest in current openings for future opportunities using systems and processes.
Take phone applications from qualified driver leads, accurately capturing their information into Penske’s application systems.
Ensure all applications are fully complete and accurate per company and DOT requirements.
Manage candidates in the application system, Oracle, in accordance with all company procedures.
Conduct phone and/or video interviews with qualified candidates, utilizing Penske’s selection process and tools.
Ensure all candidates meet minimum qualifications.
Make hiring decisions that have a direct impact on business operations and external customer success.
Manage a timely candidate process within Penske’s expected thresholds.
Expedite and ensure all new leads, candidate follow-up, and internal customer follow-up are executed with priority.
Return all messages before leaving work each day.
Manage candidate processes such as ordering driving records and initiating background screening services through a third-party.
Schedule drug screening/physicals for candidates with approved clinics and notify providers.
Schedule road tests and manager introductions with location managers and other operations personnel.
Ensure compliance with all federal/state hiring laws and regulations.
Actively demonstrate company commitment to diversity and inclusion strategies to ensure strong, diverse candidate slates.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned.