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Corporate Talent Acquisition Specialist

U.S. Xpress


Job Location:

Chattanooga, TN - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 55000 - 65000
Posted: 5 September 2026 (4 days ago)
Application Deadline: 3 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Corporate Talent Acquisition Specialist
USX HEADQUARTERS
Monday - Friday 08:00-17:00
Position open to remote: Yes
Grade: ES12
Compensation Range: $55000-$65000

Who We Are:
Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas.U.S. Xpress is one of the nations largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isnt tractors trailers or even our exclusive cutting-edge technology. Its the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative custom solutions. And here we believe in the sanctity of a promiseboth to our customers and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation thats what we call the POWER OF U.S.

Why U.S. Xpress
Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career youre passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options profit-sharing 401K professional development or our competitive pay we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us Check out other perks below!

  • Medical Dental and Vision
  • Basic/Supplemental Life
  • Accidental Death/Dismemberment
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Flexible Savings Accounts
  • Company Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Short Term Incentive Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance

What Youll Do:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring we are hiring the best possible talent for the join a team that has a deep understanding of how our business operates which allows them to excel in identifying and attracting top talent. Our Talent Acquisition Specialists are passionate about finding talent that will help transform the transportation industry and are committed to always providing an unforgettable candidate experience.

  • Own full-cycle recruitment which encompasses sourcing interviewing and closing candidates
  • Create unique strategies to identify attract and engage with the best talent
  • Screen interview and prepare a candidate slate within an appropriate and consistent timeline
  • Effectively communicate U.S. Xpress mission and culture to help candidates understand impact and value
  • Build and maintain a network of potential candidates through proactive market research and ongoing relationship management
  • Effectively partner with HR Operations to manage expectations of managers solve recruiting issues and act as an advisor throughout the recruiting process
  • Think creatively around building campus strategies and execute against the plan with strong communication and attention to detail
  • Focus on providing a great candidate experience at every opportunity
  • Provide timely reporting of key metrics and insights to drive decisions and improve processes
  • Maintain knowledge of compensation offerings benefits salary structures and variable pay plans for potential candidates
  • Promote USX company-wide programs in recruiting marketing employee referrals job positing background verification and offer negotiations
  • Assist and manage projects or initiatives related to Talent Acquisition

What Were Looking For:

Education

Bachelors degree in related field or equivalent experience required. Equivalent years of experience are defined as one year of professional experience for each year of college requested.

Experience

Minimum of 2-3 years experience directly recruiting in a corporate or agency environment required.

Experience sourcing and closing profiles ranging from entry-level to senior management positions.

Experience in the transportation industry a plus.

Skills/Certifications

  • Deep understanding of sourcing techniques Boolean search strings and programs like Hiretual
  • Relentless drive to find and connect with the best talent
  • Previous experience using Cornerstone or other ATS systems preferred
  • Previous experience using multiple sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Indeed CareerBuilder ZipRecruiter Dice Hiretual etc. required
  • Ability to understand articulate and document a hiring managers stated requirements and formulate a clear value proposition to attract top talent
  • Must be both tactical and strategic with the ability to communicate overall strategic vision and execution
  • Ability to utilize structured candidate assessment methodologies utilizing innovative sourcing/recruitment techniques to recruit passive candidates
  • Ability to effectively build rapport/relationships via the phone
  • Must be self-motivated detail-oriented individual with strong recruiting skills
  • Excellent organizational strong communication presentation and collaboration skills are a must
  • Strong skills with Microsoft Office suite (e.g. Word Excel Outlook etc.).

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Work Environment / Physical Requirements Normal office settings.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

U.S. Xpress is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.

This role will remain open until it has been filled.

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Required Experience:

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