Safety Coordinator/DOT Driver Recruitment Specialist-Hybrid Role

1 month ago

Crystal Lake, United States JA Companies Full time
Job Type

Full-time

Description

OVERVIEW

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.

LOCATION

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.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position will be $56,000 to $70,000 commensurate with your experience. Benefits include BCBS Medical, Dental and Vision coverage - Group Life - Paid PTO Plan - 401K Plan w/10% Match - FSA Plan and optional voluntary benefits.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Safety Coordinator & CDL Driver Recruiter is responsible for two critical areas within the organization: ensuring the safety compliance of operations and recruiting qualified CDL drivers. This dual-role position requires a balance of overseeing workplace safety standards, conducting safety training, and managing driver recruitment activities to meet company needs. The ideal candidate will have experience in safety coordination, a strong understanding of DOT regulations, and recruitment expertise in sourcing and onboarding CDL drivers.

As the Safety Coordinator it will be your responsibility to support a strong safety culture by fostering personal responsibility for safety across the organization. The role involves developing and maintaining safety programs, policies, and procedures tailored to the transportation and logistics industry, ensuring compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and OSHA regulations. Responsibilities include organizing and conducting safety training, monitoring certifications, investigating accidents or near misses, administering workers' compensation claims, and ensuring employees receive proper medical attention. The Safety Coordinator will also conduct regular audits and inspections to identify hazards and recommend improvements.

As the Recruiter your role will be to develop and implement recruitment strategies for sourcing qualified CDL drivers through job boards, social media, networking, and employee referrals. Responsibilities include reviewing resumes, conducting phone interviews, coordinating candidate interviews with hiring managers, and managing the onboarding process, including background checks, drug testing, and DOT physicals. The role requires maintaining a pipeline of CDL driver candidates, ensuring compliance with DOT guidelines, and collaborating with management to forecast hiring needs. The recruiter will also promote the company's values and culture as an attractive place to work.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Transportation and Logistics, Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent work experience.

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.

Knowledge: Familiarity with industry regulations and best practices (DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, EPA, HAZMAT).

Technical Skills: Proficiency in safety, training, and reporting software, ATS, and recruiting platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed). Strong Microsoft Office skills.

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to attract candidates and communicate effectively with hiring managers.

Recruiting Skills: Ability to "sell" the company or driving jobs, especially given the shortage of qualified drivers.

ABOUT THE JA GROUP TEAM

The JA Group is a Transportation and Logistics provider with facilities in McHenry, Lake and Cook counties. We have four operating divisions providing asset-based transportation, nationwide brokerage services, warehouse and distribution, and fleet services. We have over 50 years of experience in the industry and a team of 150 employees. We incorporate our core values into every aspect of our business from our hiring practices to customer acquisition and our commitment to our communities, they guide us in our decision-making processes - Team Before Self, Optimism, Integrity, and Customer Satisfaction.

If you wish to apply for this position, please make sure to submit a current resume with correct dates, employer names, job title and description of your responsibilities. You may be asked to answer a few screener questions as part of the application process, please complete the questions in their entirety.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The JA Group, and its divisions are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and grow with us.

Salary Description

$56,000 to $70,000 commensurate w/experience

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