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Director of Recruiting

Decker Truck Line, Inc.

Des Moines, IA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advertising, Advertising Agencies, Advertising Design, Campaigns, Candidate Sourcing, Class A License, Coaching, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Documentation, Funding, Fundraising, High School Diploma, Industry/Trade Analysis, Industry/Trade Press, Internet Technology, Logistics, Microsoft Office, Military, Onboarding, Operational Communications, Operations Management, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Recruiting Strategy, Reporting Skills, Sales Closing Skills, Social Media, Team Lead/Manager, Truck Driver, Trucking, Vehicle Fleets
LOCATION
Des Moines, IA
POSTED
12 days ago
Decker Truck Line is a family owned company celebrating over 95 years in business! We were recently named one of North America's Best Fleets to Drive For the 5th year in a row, and North America's 2025 #1 Large Carrier to Drive For! Becoming part of the Decker family means becoming part of an award-winning company that also won the "Elite Fleet" award in 2026 and the "Iowa Motor Truck Association Image Campaign" 2 years in the row for community involvement, fundraisers and local donations and was a recipient of Hy-Vee’s “Transportation Supplier of the Year” Award.

We are currently looking for a Director of Recruiting to join our West Des Moines Office! The ideal candidate will have a solid background in Driver Recruiting. This position is responsible for successfully Recruiting and Onboarding Drivers to the Company by planning, designing, and implementing programs to recruit qualified Class A Drivers in order to meet established company objectives and to sustain a minimal turnover rate of existing Drivers. Great full-time first shift schedule of Monday-Friday 7am-5pm!

A day in the life of a Decker Director of Recruiting looks like:
  • Managing a team of Driver Recruiters and Processors at a high level
  • Communicating with Operation Managers regarding recruiting needs, job specifications, qualifications and skills required of candidates
  • Assisting with Communications and Social Media efforts to target Driver Applicants and Workforce
  • Working with ad agencies that target Drivers and create a steady flow of qualified applicants
  • Compiling and analyzing data to make recommendations regarding the most cost-efficient advertising sources to utilize for recruiting
  • Creating and Designing advertisements in trade publications and other print media
  • Coaching and training recruiters to qualify, sell and close Drivers over the phone and electronic communications
  • Leading the process to ensure candidates understand the position and meet qualifications; approving applicants for hire
  • Creating a positive hiring and onboarding experience for Driver candidates
  • Ensuring all necessary documentation is obtained for DOT Driver files
  • Assisting in a wide array of pre and post orientation Driver retention issues
  • Working with internal departments to answer Driver questions, Driver concerns, and/or resolve issues
  • Researching, planning and organizing new and creative recruiting strategies to keep up with and stay ahead of industry trends
  • Providing reports to the Management Team detailing recruiting efforts
  • Developing relationships with local driving schools, unemployment offices, and military installations as additional sources of applicants
  • Monitoring pay stability and overall satisfaction of driver competitive pay
  • Must be willing to travel to our Fort Dodge Headquarters on an as-needed basis
  • Other duties as assigned

Director of Recruiting Must Haves
  • Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
  • 4 year degree in a business field preferred
  • Expert knowledge of the internet and Microsoft Office software
  • Logistics experience/knowledge of trucking industry
  • 3-5 years job related experience required
  • Previous Supervisory experience in a Transportation environment

Director of Recruiting Nice to Haves
  • Experience with Tenstreet and McLeod systems is a plus.

What You Get From Decker
  • A competitive salary paid weekly plus quarterly performance bonuses!
  • Optional Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for both Medical and Dependent Care Expenses
  • One week of PTO upon hire; another week at 6 months and then annually thereafter!
  • Paid Holidays, 401(k) and more!

Becoming part of the Decker family means becoming part of an award-winning and essential company that has been in business for over 95 years! We have a family friendly, rewarding, and inclusive work culture. Hard work and commitment does not go unnoticed. The opportunities are endless!

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Decker Truck Line, Inc.