Safety Coordinator/DOT Driver Recruitment Specialist-Hybrid Role

$56,000 - $70,000/Yr

JA Frate - Crystal Lake, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Crystal Lake, IL

101-250 employees

Truck Transportation

About the position

If you are seeking a challenging opportunity that combines Operations and HR, this position offers the chance to broaden your skill set while making a meaningful impact. Dynamic - Balancing safety protocols and recruitment needs makes this a fast-paced, versatile role. Impactful - You'll play a key role in ensuring safety and shaping the workforce by recruiting top-tier drivers. Rewarding - You'll contribute to creating a safer work environment and building strong teams, making a direct difference. Your home base will be at our Crystal Lake facility with local travel to other facilities in Elk Grove, McHenry, and Waukegan. Paid mileage for travel between facilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety compliance of operations and recruit qualified CDL drivers.
• Oversee workplace safety standards and conduct safety training.
• Manage driver recruitment activities to meet company needs.
• Support a strong safety culture by fostering personal responsibility for safety.
• Develop and maintain safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and OSHA regulations.
• Organize and conduct safety training and monitor certifications.
• Investigate accidents or near misses and administer workers' compensation claims.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify hazards and recommend improvements.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies for sourcing qualified CDL drivers.
• Review resumes and conduct phone interviews.
• Coordinate candidate interviews with hiring managers and manage the onboarding process.
• Maintain a pipeline of CDL driver candidates and ensure compliance with DOT guidelines.
• Collaborate with management to forecast hiring needs and promote the company's values.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Transportation and Logistics, Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent work experience.
• 2-4 years in safety management, preferably in transportation/logistics.
• 1-3 years in recruiting, especially hiring CDL drivers is advantageous.
• Prior experience with regulatory compliance and safety program development.
• Familiarity with industry regulations and best practices (DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, EPA, HAZMAT).
• Proficiency in safety, training, and reporting software, ATS, and recruiting platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed).
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to attract candidates and communicate effectively with hiring managers.
• Ability to 'sell' the company or driving jobs.

Benefits

• BCBS Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Group Life
• Paid PTO Plan
• 401K Plan w/10% Match
• FSA Plan
• Optional voluntary benefits