Student Transportation of America (STA) is an industry leader in school transportation and fleet services, founded on the bedrock of family, community, and a safety-first mindset, with more than 22,000 vehicles throughout the U.S. We’re all about making a positive impact on the students who ride our buses while ensuring the happiness of our team members!

Job Title: Recruitment Specialist

Reports To: Director of Corporate Recruitment

Location: Wall Township, NJ (On-Site)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-Time

Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm

Pay: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The Recruitment Specialist provides support to the Corporate Recruitment department. The Recruitment Specialist will be responsible for screening incoming applications, scheduling interviews and supporting terminal locations. The ideal candidate will handle all initial and follow up communications with potential candidates using an ATS and track the new hire process until completion.

Essential Responsibilities:

Act as the recruitment coordinator for job openings in New Jersey & Southeast locations
Review candidate applications in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and other platforms to fill job vacancies
Use ATS daily to screen and disposition applicants, add notes, track, and update candidate’s application status
Maintain and monitor job boards, job ads and other talent management platforms (Indeed, ZipRecruiter etc.)
Communicate initial hiring requirements to each candidate prior to the interview and start date such as backgrounds checks, drug testing etc.
Reach out to qualified candidates in a timely manner to schedule interviews
Interview applicants by phone, video chat, and/or in-person
Schedule interviews with location management and notify staff of any changes
Follow up with candidates throughout the hiring process regarding the status of their application by phone, email, SMS text
Actively maintain positive candidate engagement throughout the entire hiring process
Handle recruitment accounts, invoices and data allocations to be sent to accounting department
Ensure candidates are consistently updated in ATS to match onboarding system and provide additional assistance with onboarding as required
Work closely with management to ensure the hiring process runs smoothly
Work with the Regional Recruitment teams on red zones and ad hoc projects as needed
Provide ATS support for system end users
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

1-2 years of recruiting or onboarding experience is preferred
High School Diploma/GED or Associates Degree in human resources or related field
Flexible with willingness for light travel, as needed and as circumstances dictate

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15lbs

The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; returning military are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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Recruitment Specialist