Driver Recruiter

KAG SERVICES INC•North Canton, OH

23d•Onsite

About The Position

The Driver Recruiter manages the full-cycle recruiting process for drivers in an assigned region, from lead generation through hire. The role establishes relationships with prospective and existing drivers and Owner-Operators, and partners with terminal managers and other business leaders to fill open positions efficiently. The recruiter supports business growth by building driver pipelines, carrying out targeted recruitment activities, screening candidates, and coordinating interviews and onboarding. The position is based in North Canton, Ohio, and may require travel to various KAG locations, up to 15% of the time.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
At least 1 year of recruiting experience.
Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
Comfort with heavy call volumes.
Ability to multitask and manage time and resources effectively.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to travel up to 15% of the time to various KAG locations, as required.

Nice To Haves

Degree preferred.
Transportation recruiting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the full-cycle driver recruitment process, from lead to hire, for an assigned region.
Create and implement targeted recruitment activities, including call, email, and text campaigns.
Regularly monitor and review safety-sensitive candidate applications in the applicant tracking system.
Screen prospective drivers to confirm their qualifications and work with hiring managers to schedule interviews.
Collaborate with hiring managers and the compliance team to support effective candidate onboarding.
Provide customer service and communicate with prospective and existing candidates, team members, and field management.
Provide tools and recruitment data to support recruiting and field management.
Participate in weekly and monthly performance and prioritization calls with assigned business leaders.
Plan and lead driver recruiting hiring events throughout the assigned region and business unit.
Build and maintain relationships with hiring managers to understand current and future hiring and business needs.
Promote effective and timely communication, teamwork, and respect for coworkers.
Provide constructive guidance to employees and third-party representatives.
Contribute to delivering high-quality products and services to customers.