Driver Hiring Specialist

Penske•Cumru Township, PA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Penske is seeking a Driver Hiring Specialist responsible for sourcing, interviewing, and making hiring decisions for professional truck driver positions for Penske Logistics. This role serves as the primary point of contact for driver candidates, providing a high-touch, personal approach. The specialist will manage the full life-cycle recruiting process, including sourcing, selection, job offers, and scheduling of clinical services and road tests. The position requires strong communication skills, high energy, a positive attitude, attention to detail, and proficiency in technology for managing candidate information and multiple computer applications simultaneously. This is a Monday through Friday position, 9:30 am to 6:00 pm, requiring a minimum of 4 days in the office per week, with one day of remote flexibility.

Requirements

At least 2 years of prior work experience in supporting a recruiting function in a call center or in a customer facing retail environment required.
Prior demonstrated experience using computer programs such as including Microsoft Office, sales or contact information software, internet search, and social media required.
Ability to listen, type, and accurately capture information simultaneously required.
Prior responsibility for accurately following processes and procedures required.
Ability to interact, in a professional manner with applicants, drivers and other employees.
Excellent communication and customer service skills with keen attention to detail for documenting/record keeping.
Multitasking is necessary, as is the ability to plan and organize workload.
Must be flexible to handle pressure and work with interruptions.
Ability to work independently; show initiative, and be a self-starter.
Willing to work in a fast-paced environment with defined performance metrics.
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 highly preferred.
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.
Qualify driver candidates, present the total value proposition and benefits of working with Penske, 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 consideration.
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 impact 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.