First Student is hiring: Area Recruiter in North Charleston

Now Hiring Area Recruiter N. Charleston/South Region

The Area Recruiter is responsible for recruiting efforts within the states of SC, NC, TN, & GA. This hybrid role balances remote recruiting activities with onsite presence at partner locations, job fairs, community events, and hiring sites. The ideal candidate is relationship-driven, organized, and comfortable managing multiple requisitions while serving as a local ambassador for the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a strong candidate pipeline for positions within the North Charleston
• Conduct phone, virtual, and in-person interviews
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, role requirements, and hiring timelines
• Attend onsite recruiting events, job fairs, school visits, and community outreach initiatives
• Represent the organization professionally at local events and partner locations
• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) to track candidates, interviews, and hiring metrics
• Coordinate onboarding logistics and support a smooth candidate transition into employment
• Maintain compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws
• Provide regular updates and recruiting reports to leadership

Hybrid Work Expectations

• Remote work for sourcing, screening, interviewing, and administrative tasks
• Onsite presence required for:
• Hiring events and job fairs
• Meetings with hiring managers
• Facility visits and candidate interviews (as needed)
• Must reside in or near the North Charleston, SC area and be able to travel.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recruiting, staffing, or talent acquisition experience (regional or high-volume recruiting preferred)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and community partners
• Experience with ATS platforms and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• Strong time-management and organizational skills
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting in Transportation (preferably School Bus and CDL in general).
• Knowledge of the SC, NC, TN, & GA labor market
• Experience with community outreach or campus recruiting

Skills & Competencies

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and remotely
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Professional, adaptable, and solution-oriented
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Supportive and collaborative recruiting team