Driver Recruiter Regional Leader- Academy

Knight Transportation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Knight Transportation in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Lead Driver Recruiter to drive staffing strategy and build a robust driver pipeline across Company fleets. You will mentor recruiters, ensure DOT compliance, and partner with Terminal Managers to meet growth goals.

Responsibilities include overseeing the internal website and job board, structuring training, and enhancing driver retention across the network. Join a performance‑driven team that values accountability and your contributions to keep

Qualifications

• 2+ years transportation experience required.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to analyze statistics and data.
• Proven leadership and team motivation abilities.
• Ability to manage and mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Driver Recruiter process and develop staffing plans to maintain driver staff across all fleets.
• Manage the driver recruiting process and ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws andDOT rules to maintain safety standards.
• Achieve regional hiring goals set forth by the Company leadership team.
• Coach and counsel recruiters to encourage employee development and performance improvement.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Terminal Managers and Business Unit leaders to meet business needs.
• Oversee the new driver internal website experience and job board alignment with department objectives.
• Structure training and direct data integrity of the Driver Recruiting staff to enhance skills.
• Direct Recruiting department for improved Driver retention to meet goals.
• May be responsible for other areas within Recruiting (Dedicated, Job Creation, Coordinators, etc.).
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

Skills

Transportation experience

Communication skills

Problem solving

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Work with the Industry Leader!

As the most profitable and fastest growing truckload carrier, we are driven to innovate the transportation industry. Knight is a career destination for passionate and talented people seeking growth and opportunity with an industry leader.

What do we live by? The answer is simple…OUR PEOPLE! Knight Transportation is powered by people. We are committed to a culture of high expectations and exceptional performance. At Knight, we hire good teammates who share our values, unselfishly take personal accountability for results, and bring innovative ideas to the table. Our people are passionate about continual learning, display honesty and mutual respect, and give their best every day.

Join our Knight Family as we offer results-driven people a place to make a difference in a stable and maturing industry.

Job Responsibilities: What you will do

Lead the Driver Recruiter process in addition to development of plans and strategies to maintain a sufficient staff of Drivers to ensure continued growth in all Company fleets.

• Manage the driver recruiting process and ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws and Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations to maintain the highest standard of safety.


• Achieve regional growth/hiring goals set forth by the Company leadership team.


• Oversee the coaching and counselling of recruiters in assigned areas to encourage employee development and performance improvement


• Evaluate Driver requirements and develop plans and strategies for achieving hiring goals for all Company fleets.


• Develop and maintain relationships with Terminal Managers and Business Unit leaders in assigned areas to resolve concerns and meet individual business needs.


• Assist with the new driver internal website experience and job board to ensure website is relevant and aligns with department strategic objectives.


• Structure training and direct data integrity of the Driver Recruiting staff to enhance skills.


• Direct Recruiting department for improved Driver retention to meet department and Company goals.


• May be responsible for various other areas within Recruiting (Dedicated, Job Creation, Coordinators, etc.).


• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

Qualifications: What you need to bring

• 2+ years transportation experience required.


• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required.


• Must possess exceptional oral and written communication skills.


• Must be able to maintain, evaluate, and utilize statistical information.


• Must have strong problem solving skills


• Must be able to manage and motivate others.

What we offer:

• Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location.


• Potential bonus pay based on company performance.


• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.


• Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes:
  
  
  
  • 401(K)
  
  
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance
  
  
  • Paid Time Off
  
  
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
  
  
  

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. The Company does not sponsor employment visas.