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Susan Kosmicki

Taylors,South Carolina

Summary

Recruiting and retention skills coupled with knowledge of DOT Requirements and safety background will increase productivity. Complex problem-solver with a superior work ethic and excellent organizational abilities.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Recruiting

ARD Trucking Company
11.2021 - Current
  • Initiated continuous improvement projects aimed at refining recruiting processes, reducing bottlenecks, and increasing overall efficiency levels within the department.
  • Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
  • Maintain a continuous pipeline of qualified applicants
  • Recruited Class A commercial tractor trailer drivers by creating job postings via Internet, radio, and various publications
  • Participate in offsite recruiting such as job fairs and travel to CDL schools
  • Followed all strict guidelines and hiring requirements per the DOT and Safety Department
  • Establish effective recruiting programs and strategies for a continuous pipeline of drivers for current and future openings
  • Initiated continuous improvement projects aimed at refining recruiting processes, reducing bottlenecks, and increasing overall efficiency levels within the department.
  • Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
  • Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 250-employee company.

Director of Recruiting

NFI/ G&P Trucking Company, Inc.
08.2017 - 11.2021
  • Recruited class A commercial tractor trailer drivers by creating job postings via Internet, radio, and various publications
  • Participate in offsite recruiting such as job fairs and travel to CDL schools
  • Followed all strict guidelines and hiring requirements per the DOT and Safety Department
  • Establish effective recruiting programs and strategies for a continuous pipeline of drivers for current and future openings
  • Travel the Southeast to various terminals
  • Initiated continuous improvement projects aimed at refining recruiting processes, reducing bottlenecks, and increasing overall efficiency levels within the department.
  • Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
  • Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 8 locations in 4 states.

Recruiting/Safety Manager

DMX Transportation, Inc.
04.2015 - 08.2017
  • Establish a recruiting program including the addition of online application and processing
  • Communicate with Operations on drivers needs and progress applicants
  • Attract qualified CDL Drivers by use of social media, print media, referral programs etc
  • Interview and process all applicants
  • Create and maintain Driver Qualification Files
  • Monitor hours of services and perform safety reviews with each driver
  • Schedule and conduct Driver Orientations
  • Safety functions such as, but not limited to; accident investigation, workers compensation claims, safety reviews.

Employee Relations Field Manager/Recruiter

G&P Trucking Company, Inc.
09.2003 - 04.2015
  • Successfully implemented and maintain Apprenticeship Carolina Program and Veteran’s Program
  • Reports all aspects of business directly to Director of Recruiting
  • Respond to and act on various leads and sell driving opportunities by telephone, internet and in person
  • Process applicants to find qualified and safe drivers and Owner Operators
  • Implement company Quality Policy and Procedures
  • Resolving Retention issues such as; payroll, scheduling, manager/employee relations
  • Ensure compliance with all DOT regulations
  • Effectively manage deadline pressures while maintaining and displaying a positive attitude.

Skills

  • Talent Acquisition
  • Recruitment
  • Employment Record Verification
  • Recruitment Marketing
  • Remote Hiring
  • Workforce improvements
  • Social Media Recruiting
  • Onboarding, Training, and Development
  • Talent Acquisition Strategy
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Hiring and Onboarding
  • Compliance knowledge
  • Interviewing skills
  • Onboarding process

Accomplishments

  • Truck Driver Training Advisory Committee at Greenville Technical College
  • Member of Toastmasters Piedmont Executive Club - Club #: 4035, Dist #: 58
  • Elected for the G&P Recognition Committee 2004 -2006
  • Successfully completed Bullet Proof Management Series - 2004

Certification

DER Certification

Timeline

Director of Recruiting

ARD Trucking Company
11.2021 - Current

Director of Recruiting

NFI/ G&P Trucking Company, Inc.
08.2017 - 11.2021

Recruiting/Safety Manager

DMX Transportation, Inc.
04.2015 - 08.2017

Employee Relations Field Manager/Recruiter

G&P Trucking Company, Inc.
09.2003 - 04.2015

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