Human Resources Manager

MV Transportation•Portland, OR

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About The Position

The Human Resources Manager is the local resource responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the administrative functions of the Service Provider’s workforce. The role serves as a link between employees and management and supports the effective delivery of customer service-oriented transportation through employee recruitment, screening, and retention. The manager oversees hiring and personnel administration, maintains accurate employee and business records, administers compensation and benefits programs, and ensures compliance with client, company, state, and federal employment requirements. The position also addresses employee concerns, supports employee satisfaction and retention, monitors staffing needs, and serves as the location’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action officer and as a liaison with employee union representatives.

Requirements

Two to three years of experience in human resources management with 200 or more employees.
Critical-thinking and decision-making skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or a closely related field, or equivalent experience.
Interpersonal and diplomacy skills when dealing with employees at all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

Human Resources certifications.

Responsibilities

Source, recruit, and hire employees.
Maintain financial, payroll, personnel, reporting, and other records as needed.
Develop and implement recruitment approaches to find and attract specialized talent.
Establish and administer the hiring process, including reviewing applications and resumes, screening and interviewing applicants, and conducting reference and background checks.
Maintain accurate personnel records and documentation of required training, certifications, and compliance.
Administer compensation and benefit programs.
Address and investigate staff concerns or complaints received in person or through the Employee Hotline, and document findings for review by regional and corporate compliance staff.
Develop and implement initiatives to improve employee satisfaction and retention and minimize turnover.
Review and shape organizational policies and rules to maintain compliance and enhance contractor performance.
Develop and revise job descriptions and training and certification checklists.
Monitor staffing and projected work levels and communicate anticipated staffing changes to the General Manager, Safety and Training Manager, and Operations Manager.
Ensure employee evaluations and reviews are administered on time and objectively.
Participate in regular meetings with the General Manager and other departments to support achievement of stated performance goals.
Ensure compliance with client, company, state, and federal employment requirements.
Serve as the location’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action officer.
Act as a liaison with employee union representatives.