Human Resources Manager

Old Dominion Freight Line • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Human Resources Manager leads the Human Resources function for a service center. The role guides employee relations and promotes consistent application of policies and procedures, including progressive discipline, problem resolution, and onboarding, to support employee engagement. It also guides day-to-day employee decisions in alignment with Old Dominion's values and service expectations, monitors employee and labor relations issues, and supports effective communication between employees and management.

The position works with Corporate HR, the Regional HRD Manager, the Regional HR Manager, regional operations management, and the Service Center Manager on recruiting, onboarding, benefits, leave, compensation, and HR programs. It handles employee questions about benefits, pay, and time-off policies; supports local adherence to FMLA and disability processes; and develops and facilitates employee and leadership training as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Five years of experience as an HR Generalist.
• Demonstrated proficiency with AS400, SAP, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment law.
• Strong leadership, time management, and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• PHR or SHRM certification.
• HR Generalist experience in the trucking industry.

Responsibilities

• Guide employee relations and ensure consistent application of policies and procedures, including progressive discipline, problem resolution, and onboarding.
• Guide day-to-day employee decisions and foster behaviors consistent with Old Dominion's values and service excellence expectations.
• Monitor employee and labor relations issues and support effective employee communication and management-employee interaction.
• Assist Corporate HR recruiting in establishing and maintaining relationships with local high schools and colleges, including participating in job fairs and recruiting events.
• Recruit and interview candidates and work with the Service Center Manager to fill open positions.
• Manage employee onboarding and orientation, conduct sessions as needed, and advise the Regional HRD Manager and Corporate HR of changes needed.
• Respond to questions about benefits, pay, time-off policies, and related topics.
• Provide local support for adherence to FMLA and disability processes in coordination with the Corporate HR Leave of Absence Management team.
• Assist Corporate HR benefits, leave of absence, and compensation groups with program implementation as needed.
• Provide counsel and leadership on human resources decisions, procedures, and programs.
• Serve as a liaison for feedback and communication between the Regional HR Manager and Regional Operations Management team.
• Create and facilitate employee and leadership training as needed.

Benefits

• Health benefits, including a zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage.
• Vision and dental coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and an additional annual discretionary match opportunity.
• Life insurance.
• Wellness program.
• Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians.
• Training and growth opportunities.
• Opportunities to advance through a promote-from-within philosophy.
• National career opportunities at the company's service centers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager