Field Driver Recruiter

DSV Global Transport and Logistics

At DSV our purpose is to keep customers supply chains flowing and enable the business of our customers by ensuring reliable and efficient transport and logistics services through storage and transport of goods by air sea and road. Our vision is to create long-term sustainable growth and value for our customers employees shareholders and society. Close to 150000 employees in over 90 countries work diligently to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality a global leader our commitment to sustainable business practices is a central element of our overall business strategy. Visit follow us onLinkedInandFacebook.

Location: Lancaster TX

Division: Road Transport US
Job Posting Title: Talent Acquisition Partner Field Driver Recruiting
Time Type: Full Time

Summary

The Talent Acquisition Partner Field Driver Recruiting is responsible for developing and executing field-based recruiting strategies to attract and hire qualified CDL-A drivers in key transportation markets across the United States. This role serves as a strategic recruiting partner to Operations and People & Organization (HR) providing market insight identifying recruiting opportunities and developing targeted strategies to support current and anticipated driver staffing needs.

As a highly visible recruiting presence in the field the Talent Acquisition Partner builds relationships with drivers CDL schools workforce organizations community partners and other local talent sources to develop sustainable driver pipelines. The role spends significant time within assigned markets conducting grassroots recruiting activities including career fairs hiring events truck stop outreach CDL school partnerships community events and other targeted recruiting initiatives.

Working with a high degree of independence the Talent Acquisition Partner evaluates local labor markets identifies sourcing opportunities determines appropriate recruiting approaches and adjusts strategies based on hiring results market conditions and changing business needs. The position partners closely with Operations Talent Acquisition P&O Safety Compliance and Marketing to support fleet growth and ensure driver recruiting strategies align with operational and organizational objective.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and execute targeted driver recruiting strategies based on staffing needs labor market conditions hiring trends and business growth.
• Serve as a field-based recruiting presence in priority markets engaging prospective drivers through truck stops CDL schools career fairs hiring events community outreach and other grassroots recruiting activities.
• Build and maintain partnerships with CDL schools workforce and veteran organizations community partners and other external sources to develop sustainable driver pipelines.
• Partner with Operations and P&O leaders to understand current and anticipated driver staffing needs and develop effective recruiting strategies for local regional and OTR positions.
• Evaluate assigned markets and provide insight and recommendations regarding driver availability competitive hiring practices sourcing opportunities and barriers to attracting qualified talent.
• Source engage screen and recruit qualified CDL-A drivers while managing the full recruitment lifecycle and delivering a positive candidate experience.
• Assess candidate qualifications and preliminary eligibility in accordance with company standards and applicable DOT/FMCSA requirements.
• Develop and maintain active driver pipelines to support current openings anticipated staffing needs and fleet growth.
• Partner with Marketing and Talent Acquisition to develop localized recruiting campaigns events and outreach strategies that increase applicant flow and brand awareness.
• Track recruiting activity sourcing effectiveness market trends and hiring results; adjust recruiting strategies and priorities based on results.
• Independently plan and prioritize field recruiting activities market coverage and travel based on business needs and hiring priorities.
• Maintain accurate recruiting records and collaborate with Safety Compliance Operations and P&O to support compliant driver hiring.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Transportation Logistics or a related field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive recruiting experience including significant hands-on experience recruiting CDL-A commercial drivers within the transportation or logistics industry.
• Demonstrated success recruiting high volumes of local regional and OTR drivers in competitive labor markets.
• Experience developing and executing field-based grassroots or community-based recruiting strategies strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to independently assess recruiting markets develop sourcing strategies and adjust recruiting activities based on hiring results and changing business needs.
• Strong working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA driver qualification and hiring requirements.
• Experience using TenStreet for driver sourcing screening candidate management and recruiting workflows strongly preferred.
• Experience using applicant tracking and HRIS systems; SAP SuccessFactors experience preferred.
• Experience developing partnerships with CDL schools workforce organizations community organizations veteran organizations or other external recruiting sources preferred.
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel regularly within assigned recruiting markets and to other U.S. locations as business needs require.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of driver recruiting practices transportation labor markets and CDL-A talent sourcing.
• Strong business judgment with the ability to independently evaluate market conditions prioritize recruiting activities and adjust strategies based on business needs.
• High-energy self-directed professional with strong communication interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Results-oriented with demonstrated ability to build candidate pipelines and deliver against hiring objectives.
• Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple markets and priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office recruiting technology job boards social media and digital sourcing tools.
• English proficiency (reading writing and verbal) required; Spanish proficiency strongly preferred.

Travel Requirements

This is a field-based recruiting position requiring frequent travel within assigned recruiting markets and throughout the United States based on driver hiring needs. Travel may include visits to truck stops transportation terminals CDL schools career fairs hiring events community organizations workforce centers and other recruiting locations. The position requires regular driving and may require overnight and car/air travel depending on market coverage recruiting initiatives and business needs. The role also requires flexibility to conduct recruiting activities during the times most effective for reaching driver candidates which may occasionally include early mornings evenings or weekends.

Physical Demands

This position combines field-based recruiting activities with administrative work performed in an office home office vehicle or other business setting. The role requires frequent driving and may require extended periods of standing and walking while attending career fairs hiring events truck stops CDL schools terminals and other recruiting locations. The employee must be able to regularly communicate with candidates and business partners in person by phone and electronically; operate a computer and other standard office equipment; and occasionally lift or transport recruiting materials displays or supplies weighing up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This position operates in a combination of professional office remote transportation and field environments. Field recruiting activities may take place at truck stops transportation terminals CDL schools career fairs community locations outdoor events and other environments associated with commercial transportation recruiting. The role requires significant independence and flexibility in planning daily recruiting activities and may involve frequent driving changing work locations outdoor conditions and interaction with candidates in active transportation environments. Work schedules may vary based on recruiting events candidate availability market conditions and operational hiring needs.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position consistent with applicable law.

For this position the expected base pay range is $75000.00 $85000.00 Annual. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience skills education certifications and geographic location in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Information regarding DSVs benefits offerings including eligibility coverage options and plan details is available through theDSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits programs and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race creed color national origin age sex religion ancestry disability veteran status marital status gender identity sexual orientation national origin or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV please contact Human Resources at . If you are interested in learning the status of your application please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

DSV Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league. As a global leader in transport and logistics we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Lets grow together as we continue to innovate digitalise and build on our achievements. With close to 150000 colleagues in over 90 countries we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. At DSV performance is in our DNA. We dont just work we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players accountability and action. We value inclusivity embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company this is the place to be.

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