Director of Recruiting

Longship is a third‑party logistics company specializing in over the road truckloads of fresh, frozen, and dry shipments. Rooted in a commitment to uncompromising customer service, we pride ourselves on ensuring that every shipment is transported safely and on time. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced and driven Director of Recruiting to lead our talent acquisition efforts and build the high‑performing teams that make Longship’s mission possible. Responsibilities Leads members of the Recruiting department (Recruiting Coordinators, etc.) Facilitates the performance of the Recruiting department through monthly and/or quarterly performance reviews Recruits top talent; efficiently & effectively fills open positions Ensure all departments are adequately staffed to support business needs Creates and manages job postings Schedules, coordinates, and conducts phone and in‑person interviews Leads the process to ensure candidates understand position details, complete applications, meet qualifications, and close positions Extends offers to successful candidates and works in tandem with the Director of Human Resources on the new hire onboarding process Develops, coordinates, and executes recruitment strategies and provides support for key recruitment initiatives. Attracts applicants through job site postings (Indeed, LinkedIn, etc.), external candidate outreach, newsgroups, etc. Builds applicant sources by researching and contacting community services, colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, internet sites, etc. Attends college career fairs and other networking events to represent and provide a voice for Longship Ensures a positive hiring and onboarding experience for all applicants Tracks employee hiring and retention Aids in social media postings and promotions Other duties as required or assigned Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of full cycle recruiting experience (required) Demonstrated leadership or management experience, with the ability to lead, mentor, and develop a recruiting team Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and/or HRIS platforms Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization Experience in logistics, transportation, or a related industry is a plus What we offer you Salary: $80,000/year plus performance‑based bonuses Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance 401K with generous company matching Paid time off and paid holidays A collaborative, team‑oriented culture where your contributions are recognized and your professional growth is supported Longship is an at‑will employer. Longship is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr