Transportation Recruiting Manager

zTrip KCT; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Medical, dental, vision, and life

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth and advancement

Ongoing professional development

Dynamic and collaborative work culture

Growing national transportationCompany

Opportunity to influence workforce 전략

High visibility and impact across ops

Job summary

zTrip KCT is seeking a Transportation Recruiting Manager to lead talent acquisition for a growing national transportation network. You will craft recruiting plans, build pipelines, and run campaigns that attract transportation professionals across markets.

You will partner with operations leadership, optimize processes, and guide candidates from first contact through onboarding, ensuring an exceptional candidate experience and alignment with organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, staffing, HR, or workforce development.
• Preferred background in transportation, logistics, operations, or high-volume hiring.
• Strong interviewing, assessment, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience using recruiting technologies and ATS platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute recruiting plans aligned with staffing goals across markets.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract transportation professionals.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for immediate and future hiring needs.
• Promote zTrip's employment brand through campaigns and outreach.
• Evaluate processes and implement improvements to increase hiring effectiveness.
• Identify candidates, conduct interviews, and guide through selection stages.
• Coordinate pre-employment screenings and onboarding activities.
• Partner with leaders to ensure smooth transitions into roles.
• Build relationships with workforce development organizations and schools.
• Track metrics and produce hiring and workforce reports.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Relationship building

Strategic recruiting

Communication

Multi-tasking

Leadership

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

Transportation Recruiting Manager

Build the Workforce Behind a Growing Transportation Network

At zTrip, people power our success. As the largest taxi transportation provider in the United States, we depend on talented transportation professionals to deliver safe, reliable, and exceptional service every day. We are seeking a motivated and results-oriented Transportation Recruiting Manager to lead talent acquisition efforts that support operational growth and workforce expansion across our markets.

This position is ideal for a recruiting professional who enjoys developing hiring strategies, building community partnerships, and connecting qualified candidates with rewarding career opportunities. As a key member of our team, you'll help ensure zTrip has the talent necessary to meet current demands while preparing for future growth.

Why Join zTrip?

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Ongoing Professional Development
• Dynamic and Collaborative Work Environment
• Growing National Transportation Company
• Opportunity to Influence Workforce Strategy
• High Visibility and Impact Across Operations

Position Overview

The Transportation Recruiting Manager is responsible for developing and executing recruiting initiatives focused on attracting, hiring, and onboarding transportation professionals. This role serves as a strategic partner to operations leadership by identifying workforce needs, implementing recruiting campaigns, and creating talent pipelines that support business objectives.

The ideal candidate combines recruiting expertise with strong relationship-building skills, operational awareness, and a passion for helping individuals find meaningful career opportunities within the transportation industry.

Primary Responsibilities of a Transportation Recruiting Manager:

Talent Acquisition Strategy

• Design and execute recruiting plans aligned with organizational staffing goals
• Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract qualified transportation professionals
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for both immediate and future hiring needs
• Promote zTrip's employment brand through recruiting campaigns and outreach initiatives
• Continuously evaluate recruiting processes and implement improvements that increase hiring effectiveness

Candidate Engagement & Selection

• Identify, source, and engage qualified candidates through multiple recruiting channels
• Conduct interviews and evaluate candidate qualifications, experience, and potential
• Guide candidates through each phase of the selection process
• Maintain consistent communication to ensure a positive candidate experience
• Present employment opportunities and career growth paths available within the organization

Hiring & Onboarding Management

• Coordinate pre-employment screening activities, including background reviews and verification processes
• Ensure compliance with company policies and transportation industry requirements
• Facilitate onboarding activities and new-hire orientation programs
• Partner with operational leaders to promote successful transitions into active roles
• Monitor onboarding completion and new-hire integration

Community Outreach & Partnership Development

• Build relationships with workforce development organizations, community groups, vocational schools, and employment agencies
• Represent zTrip at hiring events, job fairs, networking opportunities, and career expos
• Develop referral and outreach programs that generate quality candidate leads
• Expand recruiting presence throughout local communities and target markets
• Strengthen zTrip's reputation as an employer of choice within the transportation industry

Workforce Planning & Reporting

• Collaborate with leadership teams to forecast hiring needs and workforce trends
• Track recruiting performance metrics and hiring outcomes
• Analyze applicant flow, conversion rates, and recruiting effectiveness
• Produce regular hiring and workforce reports for management
• Recommend strategies that improve hiring success and workforce retention

Qualifications of a Transportation Recruiting Manager:

Preferred Experience

• Experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, staffing, human resources, or workforce development
• Prior recruiting experience within transportation, logistics, operations, or high-volume hiring environments preferred
• Strong interviewing, assessment, and relationship-building skills
• Experience utilizing applicant tracking systems and recruiting technologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making capabilities
• Self-directed professional with a results-driven approach

Core Competencies

• Transportation Recruiting
• Talent Acquisition Leadership
• Workforce Planning
• Candidate Relationship Management
• Hiring Strategy Development
• Employment Branding
• Community Networking
• Interviewing & Candidate Evaluation
• Onboarding Coordination
• Recruiting Analytics & Reporting
• Process Improvement
• Professional Communication

What Success Looks Like for a Transportation Recruiting Manager:

As the Transportation Recruiting Manager, you will:

• Consistently meet staffing objectives across assigned markets
• Build sustainable pipelines of qualified transportation professionals
• Improve recruiting efficiency and reduce time-to-fill metrics
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience from first contact through onboarding
• Establish strong recruiting partnerships within local communities
• Support employee retention through quality hiring practices
• Provide workforce solutions that support business growth
• Contribute to the long-term success and expansion of zTrip's transportation operations

Make an Impact

The strength of our workforce directly impacts the quality of service we provide. As a Transportation Recruiting Manager, you will play a vital role in identifying talented individuals, strengthening operational teams, and supporting the continued growth of one of the transportation industry's most recognized brands.

If you're passionate about recruiting, workforce development, and helping organizations grow through great people, we invite you to join the zTrip team.