& Mobility
have focused exclusively on the rail, transportation and mobility
industries. No other global search firm can make that statement.
and the people.
candidates through a rigorous process that ensures the client
can expect only high-quality candidates from us.
speaks for itself.
the individual or candidate needs enable us to make high-quality,
win-win recommendations.
Since 1988
In-Depth Knowledge,
Broad Perspective
We are proud to be the world's most accomplished executive recruiting search firm specializing in rail, transportation, and mobility. Our clients include a wide range of companies within these industries, and our placements range from CEOs to repair technicians.
Maintenance to Operations
Freight & Passenger
Transportation Technology
About Our Company
The Search Firm of Choice for the Industries We Serve
Since our founding in 1988, Edna A. Rice Executive Rail Recruiters have focused exclusively on the rail, transportation, and mobility industries. No other global search firm can make that statement. We have recruited hundreds of CEOs, senior executives, operations managers, engineers, sales, marketing, and plant personnel. We are proud to be the search firm of choice for the industries we serve.
Edna A. Rice
Edna’s experience has grown alongside her company, which now fills positions in all sectors of the rail and transportation industries. She and her experienced recruiters serve the United States, Canada, and Mexico at all levels.
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Edna A. Rice
Employers
Our Services
We offer three different types of candidate searches; we partner with our clients to discuss and understand their needs, then we apply the search that will most effectively target those needs.
Retained Search
A retained search works very well for companies who are looking to fill a senior position, a very confidential, or a highly critical role.
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Committed Search
Committed searches elevate the commitment and urgency to the search for both our recruiters and the hiring teams.
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Contingency Search
A contingency search involves an upfront fee agreement and is paid only when a client hires a candidate presented by the recruiter.
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Our Recruiting Process
Our recruiters maintain a proactive mindset when partnering with company executives to find the right talent to fill every critical position. Our clients know they can count on us to take a one-to-one approach on each search we are entrusted to conduct.
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The Perfect Fit
When our clients (employers) call us looking for the perfect candidate, our internal database is the first place we search. Having a current resume and profile in our confidential system gives you priority.
The First Step
Keeping an up-to-date resume on file with us allows our recruiters to retrieve your information easily. Email your resume to: resume@ednarice.com
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Let's Talk
Scheduling a time to talk with our team allows us to build a profile of your marketable strengths, compensation requirements, and much more.
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What's Next?
When your skills, experience, and personal profile match the requirements of a position, expect a call from one of our very successful recruiters.
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Meet Our Recruiters
The combined expertise of our recruiting team in the industry and labor market allows us to communicate your company’s vision of the opportunity, a vision well-qualified candidates may not take away from simply reading a job description.
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2024 Conference Schedule
| Dates | Event | City | Attendees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 5-6 | SWARS | Galveston, TX | Tim, Julie, Amy |
| Mar 3-6 | Rail Equipment Finance (REF) | LaQuinta, CA | |
| Mar 12 | Railway Age Net-Gen Freight Rail | Chicago, IL | |
| Mar 24-26 | ASLRRA | Kansas City, MO | Tim, Julie |
| Apr 15-16 | Rail Advocates-Annual Southwestern Rail Conference | Dallas, TX | Julie |
| Apr 30 | North American Rail Shippers (NARS) | Chicago, IL | |
| May 1 | Traffic Club of Chicago Annual Dinner | Chicago, IL | |
| May 8 | ASLRRA Railroad Day on Capitol Hill | Washington, DC | |
| Jun 2-5 | APTA Rail Conference | Cleveland, OH | |
| Jul 9-10 | REMSA+RSSI 2024 Exhibition | Louisville, KY | Julie |
| Jul 10-11 | Midwest Association of Rail Shippers (MARS) | Lake Geneva, WI | |
| Jul 14-17 | American Railway Development Association (ARDA) Annual Meeting | Minneapolis, MN | |
| Aug 4-7 | APTAtech | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Sep 8-11 | Railway Supply Institute 2024 Expo & Technical Training Conference | Chicago, IL | |
| Sep 15-18 | AREMA | Louisville, KY | Tim, Julie |
| Sep 29 - Oct 2 | APTA Transform | Anaheim, CA | Tim |
| TBD | Railway Age/RT&S Women in Rail 2024 Conference | TBD | |
| Nov 14-16 | Rail Trends | New York, NY | Tim |