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Safety Director - Driver Recruiting
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What they do
A Talent Acquisition Director directs and oversees recruiting and hiring strategies for a company. Works with managers to identify hiring needs and develops recruiting strategies that market employment opportunities at the company. Directs the process for interviewing and screening candidates and develops strategies to retain qualified staff.
$196,227 / year median in Tennessee
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary A Safety Director with Driver Recruiting experience is needed for a full-time, on-site direct hire opportunity with an established trucking and logistics organization in Chattanooga, TN. This management-level role is ideal for a hands-on transportation safety leader who understands fleet operations, DOT and FMCSA compliance, driver accountability, and the importance of hiring qualified CDL drivers. This is a key leadership opportunity with direct influence on safety performance, regulatory compliance, driver quality, risk management, and overall operations. The company offers a stable transportation environment where safety, teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence are priorities. The Safety Director will work closely with leadership and operations teams in a visible role that supports driver success, employee retention, and continuous improvement across the organization. Key Responsibilities
- Lead company safety programs, policies, procedures, training, and driver education initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, Hours of Service, ELD, drug and alcohol testing, MVR, CSA, and other transportation safety requirements.
- Maintain driver qualification files, safety records, compliance documentation, and personnel records with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Manage accident and incident investigations, reporting, corrective actions, and follow-up coaching.
- Monitor driver performance, address safety or compliance concerns, and hold drivers and employees accountable to company standards.
- Support hiring, screening, interviewing, onboarding, and orientation for CDL drivers and other employees. Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range: $62,000 to $85,000 per year.
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Holiday pay and vacation
- Job type: Direct hire.
Schedule:
Full-time.- Work arrangement: On-site in Chattanooga, TN.