Director of Human Resources

Transdev; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with company contribution

Medical, dental and vision

Job summary

Transdev is seeking an HR Director to implement and guide the local HR strategy, partnering with management and the labor relations team. This role is highly visible and located in Boston, MA, with regular travel across market locations.

You will lead HR functions, negotiate with unions, and ensure compliance with federal and state laws while shaping a high-performing organizational culture. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, prioritize, and develop organizational capabilities, behaviors, structures, and processes.
• Identify recruiting needs and adjust strategy to attract talent for open positions.
• Implement learning initiatives for cross-functional cohesion and performance goals.
• Participate in collective bargaining between the Company and labor unions.
• Review policies to enhance business performance and ensure compliance with laws.
• Provide expert coaching to management and employees.
• Maintain alignment with Corporate HR and local unions.
• Manage all HR functions and travel between market locations.

Skills

HR leadership

Union experience

Payroll knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

The Human Resources Director implements the company's HR strategy providing HR guidance, tools, and support to local management teams daily. This position will represent the HR function by demonstrating the highest level of integrity at all times, sharing Transdev's vision and operating principles. Collaborate with the labor relations team to negotiate collective bargaining agreements and work with the labor team as necessary.

This is a highly visible role for an HR leader who thrives in fast-moving environments and wants to help shape the future of transportation. This great opportunity is located in Boston, MA.

Transdev is proud to offer:

• Competitive salary of $110,000 - 140,000, based on experience.
• Attractive benefits package, including 401(k) with company contribution, medical, dental and vision
• Paid time off & vacation

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, prioritize, and build organizational capabilities, behaviors, structures, processes
• Identify needs, monitor recruiting efforts and adjust strategy where needed to attract talent to fill open positions
• Implement appropriate learning initiatives for cross-functional cohesiveness and assist in developing high-impact goals, including the areas of retraining and performance management
• Participate in the collective bargaining process between the Company and the labor unions
• Review and benchmark internal and external policies, procedures, and initiatives to enhance overall business performance
• Provide expert advice and coaching to management and employees
• Understand management and employee opinions and anticipate needs and concerns
• Maintain close contact with the Corporate HR team/functional departments to ensure HR strategies are aligned and properly implemented.
• Develop and maintain relationships with the local union and employee representation
• Manage all HR functions
• Regular travel between market locations required
• Monitor processes and policies to ensure compliance with all functional state and federal regulations, rules, and laws, e.g., Title VII, ADA, EEO, Affiant...

Qualifications:

Education, Licensing, and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 5-7 years of progressive HR leadership experience
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred

Experience:

• Experience overseeing large location with greater than 500 employees
• Experience working in a union environment; assisting with union negotiations/grievances
• Comprehensive knowledge of human resource rules and regulations at the federal and state level
• Knowledge payroll rules and wage and hour regulations preferred

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please review here: https://transdevna.com/california-employee-privacy-policy

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Job Category: Management

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 9519

Pay Group: ALA

Cost Center: 167

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ