Job Summary:

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for managing HR functions for the Company.  The primary responsibilities are recruiting, payroll, administration, compliance, and employee relations.  Other focus areas include training, development, performance management, compensation and benefits, and policy development.  They will support the Company's goals and direction by executing strategic HR initiatives. The goal is to support a positive pro-employee culture and maintain a positive working environment.

The duties and responsibilities of the Human Resources Manager are, but not limited to:

• Administer all the internal HR processes, including recruiting, onboarding, maintaining and updating HR records, incident investigation, and payroll administration.
• Respond to all employee queries and concerns promptly or provide the employee with the best partner resource.
• Prioritize employee safety by participating in workplace safety programs.  Coordinates all workers' comp claims with the carrier.
• Works with Operations Managers to ensure all markets are staffed to meet business needs by maintaining the necessary headcount of CDL Hazmat Drivers.
• Support managers with activities related to employee discipline, termination, and performance improvement plans, including writing and approving documents to be administered.
• Function as the point of contact with partners in the professional employer organization.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Work with Operations Managers to ensure all Drivers are compliant with DOT guidance for driver qualification files.
• Ensures all new hires go through a specific onboarding process to help acclimate and welcome them.
• Conduct investigations into issues of misconduct, harassment, and EEOC concerns.
• Completes the weekly payroll process in partnership with local managers.  
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills: active listening, written.
• Prior experience as a payroll administrator.
• Previous experience with full-cycle recruiting, preferably with recruiting CDL truck drivers.
• Strong interpersonal skills, easily build rapport with others.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Maintains confidentiality and is trustworthy.
• Preference for HR certification, such as PHR or SHRM-CP.
• Fluency in English required; Spanish proficiency is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to fifteen pounds.
• Must be able to sit and work at a desk for prolonged periods.