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Talent Acquisition Supervisor

MIDWEST EDUCATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES (METS)
Portland, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/13/2027

The Talent Acquisition Supervisor owns the end-to-end talent acquisition lifecycle for METS, driving

strategic hiring initiatives that support organization-wide growth and district compliance.

Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, this role balances high-impact leadership with

hands-on optimization, guiding a team of recruiters to meet ambitious staffing targets. As a key

ambassador for METS, you will leverage digital platforms like METS Drives, navigate specialized

Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines, and build trusted partnerships with client districts

to secure and retain top-tier talent.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Hiring Strategy

  • Execute data-driven recruitment strategies designed to meet METS organizational growth

milestones while maintaining compliance.

  • Orchestrate talent attraction initiatives by organizing, scaling, and attending career fairs,

campus events, and regional networking opportunities.

  • Co-author marketing materials alongside METS management to design high-converting

physical and digital recruitment media.

Team Leadership & Talent Development

  • Supervise and mentor a high-performing talent acquisition team, providing daily coaching,

performance support, and actionable feedback.

  • Identify training gaps and implement professional development programs to continuously

level up the recruiting team's capabilities.

  • Foster a collaborative culture within the METS organization, building strong, unified

relationships across all corporate departments.

District Partnerships & Process Automation

  • Consult with district leadership to accurately define localized job criteria, set hiring

expectations, and map out custom staffing plans.

  • Champion the METS Drives platform to automate and accelerate the candidate workflow,

providing training and technical support to district leaders.

  • Serve as a trusted ambassador for the METS brand, modeling professionalism, and driving

customer loyalty in all external interactions.

Compliance & Data-Driven Insights

  • Audit critical hiring metrics regularly to optimize pipeline efficiency and evaluate the health

of the talent lifecycle.

  • Enforce strict compliance across all federal, state, and local labor mandates, including EEO

and ADA guidelines.

  • Conduct continuous regulatory research to maintain a flawless, expert-level understanding

of evolving Department of Transportation (DOT) and government hiring rules.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience & Leadership

  • 2 to 3 years of proven, results-driven recruiting experience in a challenging environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership background with a history of successfully coordinating or

mentoring a talent acquisition team.

Industry Knowledge & Legal Compliance

  • Deep familiarity with specialized technical frameworks, specifically including Department

of Transportation (DOT) or similar regulatory hiring requirements.

  • Thorough understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws, with explicit

knowledge of EEO, ADA, and government guidelines.

  • Strict commitment to confidentiality regarding sensitive candidate, client, and proprietary

company data.

Systems & Technical Proficiency

  • Advanced proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and professional sourcing

networks like LinkedIn Recruiter.

  • Strong command of Microsoft Office, with required intermediate-to-advanced skills in Excel,

PowerPoint, and Word.

  • Functional knowledge of modern social media platforms leveraged for corporate talent

acquisition and digital employer branding.

Core Professional Competencies

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to

maintain a positive, consultative attitude across face-to-face, telephone, and written

channels.

  • Proactive problem-solving and project management abilities, specifically the agility to

resolve district or candidate issues on the spot.

  • Analytical, data-driven mindset capable of tracking talent metrics and translating raw data

into informed, strategic recruiting decisions.

  • Creative, out-of-the-box thinking style focused on building innovative pipelines and

strengthening district client loyalty.

Licenses, Certifications, and Requirements

  • Remote-Capable Setup: Ability to work effectively from a dedicated home office

environment while maintaining high productivity and seamless digital communication.

  • Travel Flexibility: Willingness and availability to travel occasionally for corporate team

meetings, specialized training, and regional recruiting events.

  • Professional Brand Ambassadorship: Commitment to representing METS with a high degree

of integrity and professionalism at all public-facing campus events and job fairs.

  • Background Check Compliance: Ability to successfully fulfill standard background

screenings and regulatory checks required for working with public districts and DOT regulated environments.

Equal Opportunity Employer

METS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is free from

discrimination of all types. We are dedicated to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are

treated equally, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or

expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

We strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees feel valued and

respected. Discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics is prohibited, and we

comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding EEO.

This job description provides a general overview of the responsibilities and expectations for

the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or

qualifications associated with the rolee list of all duties, responsibilities, or

  • qualifications associated with the role

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000

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