DIR, DRIVER

PURPOSE.

This position is responsible for the consistent growth and seating of Class A CDL drivers (First Solo Dispatch).

• Meets or exceeds recruitment key performance indicators including, but not limited to number of drivers hired, lead generation, reductions in turnover, and staff development.
• Develop, train, and recognize a team of high-performing recruiters.
• Execute military recruiting strategy.
• Execute strategies to source, screen, and hire Class A CDL Drivers and Independent Contractors.
• Work with business unit leaders to fulfill driver hiring needs for Truckload, Dedicated, Davis Transfer, and Team divisions.
• Create, update, and communicate a driver recruiting scoreboard that informs on progress toward department goals.
• Develop and execute a diverse top-of-funnel and social recruiting marketing plan.
• Manage media spend to produce a low cost per hire.
• Determine current staffing needs and produce forecasts.
• Develop talent acquisition strategies and hiring plans.
• Ensures adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations governing the employment process.
• Perform sourcing to fill open positions and anticipate future needs.
• Plan and conduct recruitment and selection processes (interviews, screening calls etc.).
• Take steps to ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Develops and collaborates with others to develop performance standards. Measures against metrics.
• Takes corrective actions as appropriate.
• Recommends and takes responsibility for training and development among staff.
• Ensures the integrity and timeliness of data entered into the system by self, staff, and project teams as designated.

• Ability to deliver exceptional service through positive engagement and patience.
• Ability to work in a team environment to continuously improve results.
• Ability to promote a culture of trust and safety.
• Ability to deliver exceptional service through positive engagement and patience.
• Ability to work in a team environment to continuously improve results.
• Able to promote a culture of trust and safety.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or like discipline, or combination of education and experience.
• Minimum five years’ demonstrated experience and success in logistics operations, driver recruiting, and retention practices.
• Minimum five years of demonstrated ability to manage others and lead processes.
• Minimum two years’ experience in recruiting systems.