Area Human Resources Manager Mid Atlantic

Penske•Harrisburg, SD

2h•$97,800 - $132,300

About The Position

The Area Human Resources Manager is a field-based member of the Leadership Team, reporting directly to the Area Vice President of Field Operations, with a dotted-line relationship to a Regional Human Resources Director aligned with corporate HR. The role serves as a trusted business partner, driving results and supporting business objectives for a business unit of approximately 1,200 exempt and non-exempt associates across more than 52 locations in four states. The manager acts as a change agent and advances organizational effectiveness through talent acquisition, leadership development, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, associate and labor relations, and compliance. The role provides training, coaching, and development guidance to onsite leadership teams, leads associate relations activities such as corrective counseling and investigations, and uses analytics, expertise, and workforce trends to influence decisions and improve organizational processes and programs. The position requires approximately 50% travel, attendance at the required schedule and work location, and the ability to meet the physical and mental requirements described in the posting. Candidates must complete a Penske employment application and undergo background investigation and drug screening.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
At least 6 years of progressive Human Resources experience across more than one HR facet preferred; relevant experience will be considered.
Creative, independent self-starter who excels in a fast-paced environment.
Agile and quick learner who enjoys collaborative projects and continuous education.
Ability to understand business operations from strategic and tactical perspectives.
Confident written and verbal communicator, able to champion ideas, influence, and present to leadership.
Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities, diverse audiences, and challenging environments.
Knowledge of employment law and regulatory compliance issues.
High level of honesty, integrity, and ethics.
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential job function.
Ability to travel as necessary, approximately 50%, and work the required schedule at the specific location required.
Must complete a Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.
Must meet the stated physical requirements, including occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
SHRM or HRCI certification(s) preferred.
Deeper employment law and regulatory compliance knowledge for certain states, such as California and Massachusetts.

Responsibilities

Partner with operations to identify, create, and implement human capital solutions that enhance business performance.
Champion, execute, and monitor the effectiveness of corporate programs and initiatives.
Work with recruiting and Area teams to create an Area Staffing Plan based on business growth, workforce planning, analytics, and diversity objectives.
Collaborate with recruiting to acquire top talent through improved selection tools and criteria and local outreach efforts.
Cultivate internal talent and participate in promotional decisions for key roles.
Drive talent review and succession planning processes to ensure a strong talent bench.
Work with leaders to create and complete individual development plans.
Provide managers with tools and training to optimize their performance.
Champion a diverse and inclusive workplace and consult with leadership on plans to foster an engaging, enabling, and energizing environment.
Develop and sustain a workplace that reflects the Employee Value Proposition.
Lead investigations, prepare summaries, and make recommendations to ensure comprehensive resolutions.
Consult with employment counsel on employment decisions as needed.
Partner with Labor Relations to develop labor strategy, conduct risk assessments, facilitate associate relations training, and draft action plans.
Participate in union negotiations and prepare and contribute HR data to support successful outcomes within collective bargaining agreements.
Collaborate with Business Agents to resolve grievances and other local matters.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, FCRA, EEO, and FLSA.
Communicate, interpret, and consistently apply company policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct.
Ensure compliance with Human Resource processes and consult with compliance experts on policies and procedures.
Conduct regular location-level compliance reviews, including Wage and Hour reviews.
Provide training, coaching, and development to onsite leadership teams.
Lead associate relations activities, including corrective counseling and investigations.
Use analytics and workforce trends to influence decisions and improve organizational processes and programs.