Position Functions: · Communicate required documentation for financial aid purposes and adhere to established scripts and guidelines. · · Own the Academy driver recruitment process to fill existing openings in class (including sourcing, interviewing/screening, and closing candidates) while maintaining current knowledge of transportation rules and regulations as well as the USX hiring guidelines. · Interview, gather, and analyze data to determine if applicants meet USX hiring guidelines. Review MVR, DAC, and criminal background of potential applicants. · Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, admission, and accreditation standards. · Use discretion to extend conditional offers to potential academy student applicants who meet qualifications while focusing on providing a great candidate experience. · Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time. · Provide prospective students with available company and or community resources that can assist them throughout the training program. · Manage inbound/outbound calls and schedule appointments based on business needs. · Support team and organizational objectives through proactive collaboration. · Review MVR, DAC, and criminal background of potential applicants. · Exercise judgement in extending offers while delivering a positive candidate experience. · Effectively partner with leadership to manage expectations of drivers, solve recruiting issues, and act as an advisor throughout the recruiting process. · Utilize de-escalation skills when handling sensitive decisions to disqualify a driver from potential employment. · Enter driver information accurately in TenStreet, confirming proper system integration. · Promote USX company-wide programs in recruiting, marketing, employee referrals, and job postings. · Effectively communicate U.S. Xpress’ mission and culture to help candidates understand impact and value. · Collaborate in-person with all levels of the organization to harness collective intelligence of the workforce. · Attend all in-person meetings and trainings on recent developments, goals, and objectives. Participate in such discussions by offering input and advice. · Regularly engage remotely and in-person with customers and potential customers to establish rapport, open communication, and expectations.