Human Resources Compliance Manager

SWCA Environmental Consultants•,

3d•$95,004 - $123,396•Remote

About The Position

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a Human Resources Compliance Manager to lead and strengthen HR compliance programs across the organization. As the programmatic owner, this role oversees the development, administration, monitoring, and continuous improvement of programs that support compliance with applicable federal, state, local, Tribal, contractual, and industry requirements. The position partners with People Support, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, HR Systems, Safety, Legal, and business leaders to identify compliance risks, maintain consistent practices, and implement practical solutions. It reports to the Senior People Support Director and is based in the United States as a distributed (remote) role, reporting to the Phoenix, Arizona corporate office. Occasional travel may be required. The manager leads programs that include drug and alcohol testing, workers’ compensation administration, background-screening adjudication, driver compliance and watchlist administration, work authorization, employee handbook and policy administration, audits, regulatory reporting, and compliance documentation. The role translates evolving legal and regulatory requirements into sustainable programs, policies, training, controls, and reporting, using sound judgment and a collaborative, consultative approach. This is a full-time, regular, salaried/exempt position with benefits. A cover letter is required. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may close once a strong candidate pool is established.

Requirements

At least six years of relevant, progressively responsible experience, including some experience managing others.
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a relevant field, or equivalent experience; knowledge normally obtained through a bachelor’s degree.
Progressively responsible HR experience, including administering or leading HR compliance programs and some experience managing or formally leading others.
Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR compliance requirements, including the ability to research, interpret, and apply evolving requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Experience developing, implementing, monitoring, or improving HR policies, procedures, controls, training, and compliance documentation.
Experience conducting or coordinating compliance audits, risk assessments, gap analyses, and corrective-action planning.
Experience partnering across HR, Legal, Safety, Talent Acquisition, HR Systems, and business leadership to resolve compliance questions and implement consistent practices.
Strong written communication and research skills, including translating legal or regulatory requirements into clear policies, procedures, guidance, and training materials.
Sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information, sensitive employment matters, and compliance-related decisions.
Strong program and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, reporting requirements, and cross-functional dependencies.
Strong analytical, consultation, influence, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with HR information systems, reporting tools, document-management platforms, and Microsoft Office applications, and ability to learn new systems.

Nice To Haves

Eight years of related experience is preferred, or an equivalent combination of experience, performance, training, and/or education.
Experience administering drug and alcohol testing, workers’ compensation, background-screening adjudication, driver compliance, work authorization, employee handbook administration, employment-related reporting, or HR compliance audits.
Experience supporting a multi-state, geographically dispersed workforce.
Experience managing or developing HR compliance professionals or a small compliance team.
Professional HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, GPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
Experience in environmental consulting, engineering, construction, professional services, or another project-based industry.
Experience with Ceridian Dayforce, SharePoint, or comparable HRIS and document-management platforms.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic HR consultation to operations leaders on employment-law compliance and effective decision-making.
Develop and implement company-wide HR policies and programs aligned with organizational goals and industry standards.
Design and deliver compliance and other HR training for operations leaders and employees.
Conduct regular audits of HR practices and compliance, identify improvement areas, and recommend corrective actions.
Coordinate compliance activities and monitor applicable requirements to ensure timely and accurate regulatory reporting.
Manage corporate HR projects and initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams, timelines, resources, and outcomes.
Analyze HR metrics and data to provide insights and recommendations that support operational decision-making and strategic planning.
Follow applicable federal, Tribal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, and specifications.
Lead the administration and continuous improvement of company-wide HR compliance programs, including drug and alcohol testing, workers’ compensation, background-screening adjudication, driver compliance and watchlist administration, work authorization, and employee handbook and policy compliance.
Monitor changes in applicable requirements and coordinate updates to HR policies, procedures, training, and compliance programs.
Conduct HR compliance risk assessments and gap analyses, prioritize risks, and oversee corrective-action plans through completion.
Oversee lawful and consistent resolution of escalated background-screening results, including individualized assessments, documentation, and adverse-action procedures.
Maintain compliance governance tools, including compliance calendars, standard operating procedures, templates, records, controls, and program documentation.
Partner with Legal, Safety, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, HR Systems, and operational leaders to address regulatory inquiries, audit findings, and compliance risks.
Supervise, coach, and develop team members supporting HR compliance programs, establishing priorities and accountability for program delivery.
Perform related work as assigned.