Driver Recruiting Lead: Strategy & Growth

USA Truck; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Truck is seeking a senior recruiting leader to manage and develop the recruiting team, driving driver hires and contractor recruitment to support operations. You will set strategy, oversee daily activities, and coach staff to meet goals while ensuring top-notch candidate experiences.

The role requires extensive experience in transportation recruiting, ATS optimization, and cross-functional leadership. Office-based position with potential travel and collaboration across sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
• 10+ years in transportation industry and driver recruiting experience.
• Minimum 5 years leading and optimizing an applicant tracking system.

Responsibilities

• Determine staffing needs and schedule work activities.
• Develop long-term workforce planning to support operations.
• Plan recruitment and advertising campaigns to meet driver hires.
• Coordinate with vendors to support recruiting initiatives.
• Ensure positive driver candidate experiences.
• Lead and develop Recruiting staff and managers.

Skills

Leadership

Talent acquisition

Vendor management

Strategy development

Employee engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

10+ years in transportation industry and driver recruiting

5+ years leading ATS optimization and HR processes

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

HR software

Job description

USA Truck is seeking a senior recruiting leader to manage and develop the recruiting team, driving driver hires and contractor recruitment to support operations. You will set strategy, oversee daily activities, and coach staff to meet goals while ensuring top-notch candidate experiences.

The role requires extensive experience in transportation recruiting, ATS optimization, and cross-functional leadership. Office-based position with potential travel and collaboration across sites.