Manager/Director Human Resources (Minneapolis, MN)
About The Position
At BNSF Railway, the Human Resource & Medical Department is dedicated to recruiting top talent, fostering employee development, and ensuring the health and well-being of our employees. With a focus on creating a vibrant workplace, the HR and Medical departments work together to support our employees so they can focus on meeting our customers' expectations safely and efficiently. This is a full-time position located in Minneapolis, MN. For certain positions, including this one, employees can work one day per week remotely. Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs. Travel is 25% on the Twin Cities division. We are seeking a results-driven Human Resources Manager/Director to join our team, supporting the Twin Cities Division. The HR Manager/ Director will be responsible for timely employment and placement of quality new hires and internal candidates for union and exempt positions in a cost-effective manner to meet operational demands and objectives. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to build strong relationships across a diverse population and at all levels of the organization, functioning as an employee advocate and management agent.
Requirements
- Able to work in the US without company sponsorship now AND in the future.
- Manager, HR: minimum 3-5 years of experience in Human Resources, or a related field.
- Director, HR: minimum 6 years of experience in Human Resources, or a related field.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
- Self-directed and motivated
- Proficient in Microsoft Office - Outlook, Word, Excel
- Prior experience in employee relations, recruitment, and hiring selection
- Comprehensive knowledge of all federal and applicable state employment laws
- Ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks concurrently
- High degree of integrity in handling confidential information
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Human Resources or Business related field.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement effective recruiting strategies to attract quality candidates for union and exempt positions
- Conduct interviews and selection of candidates for hire/promotion
- Investigate and resolve hotline calls, internal complaints, and EEOC/State agency charges in a thorough manner
- Prepare materials and present training to diverse employee groups on various human resources and benefits topics
- Proactively anticipate employee concerns and work with department leaders on resolution and handling
- Provide career mentoring and counseling for employees in conjunction with leadership
- Facilitate and execute various projects to improve processes and meet departmental needs
- Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, benefits, and other HR-related functions
- Multi-task in a fast-paced environment, adapting to rapidly changing priorities
Benefits
- An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
- A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
- Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
- Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
- Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
- Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
- Generous leave / time off policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
