HR Generalist

The DeWitt Companies, Ltd.; Honolulu, Northern (HI, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Royal Hawaiian Movers is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to run daily HR operations in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. You will lead talent acquisition, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, and compliance across Hawaii, with emphasis on DOT/FMCSA regulations and DBIDS access.

The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of Hawaii employment laws, and a proven track record in payroll liaison, HRIS (UKG), and ATS (Indeed).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years HR experience.
• SHRM or HRCI certification preferred.
• Hands-on proficiency with UKG HRIS and experience in transportation, logistics, or trucking a plus.

Responsibilities

• Run day-to-day HR operations including talent acquisition, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and leave administration.
• Maintain compliance with Hawaii employment laws and DOT/FMCSA regulations; manage DBIDS processes.
• Partner with operations to forecast staffing and coordinate onboarding, I-9/E-Verify, and orientation.
• Serve as liaison to payroll for changes and leaves; administer benefits and open enrollment.
• Conduct investigations, coach managers on performance, and support annual reviews.
• Coordinate mandatory training and support employee engagement and retention initiatives.
• Analyze HR metrics, drive process improvements, and maintain HR knowledge.

Skills

Strong communication

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

UKG HRIS

ATS (Indeed)

AI tools usage

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field

SHRM or HRCI certification

Tools

UKG HRIS

ATS (Indeed)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The HR Generalist runs day-to-day HR operations for Royal Hawaiian Movers, including talent acquisition, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, compliance, leave administration, and policy enforcement. The ideal candidate is an expert in Hawaii employment laws, DOT/FMCSA regulations, and DBIDS, and can work autonomously in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

DOT Compliance & Driver Qualification

• Own and maintain compliant DQ files for all CDL drivers across Hawaiian islands per 49 CFR Part 391
• Conduct annual DQ audits, MVR pulls, DOT physicals, and medical certificate tracking
• Ensure compliance with FMCSA hours of service, drug/alcohol testing, and CDL requirements

DBIDS & Military Installation Access

• Manage end-to-end DBIDS administration (enrollment, renewals, terminations)
• Serve as primary liaison with military Pass & ID offices across Hawaii
• Track DBIDS expirations to maintain 100% base access compliance

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Support the onsite recruiter and step in to assist with recruiting tasks as needed.
• Own new hire orientation, onboarding, and I-9/E-Verify compliance
• Partner with operations to forecast staffing for CDL drivers, warehouse, and moving crews

Total Rewards & Payroll

• Serve as primary HR liaison to payroll for employment changes and leaves
• Administer benefits, support open enrollment, maintain HRIS data integrity (UKG)

Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintain compliance with federal and Hawaii state employment laws
• Administer leaves (FMLA, Hawaii Family Leave, etc.) and Workers' Compensation
• Conduct regular HR compliance audits

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Conduct investigations into employee relations concerns
• Coach managers on performance management, corrective action, and conflict resolution
• Support annual performance review process

Learning, Development & Engagement

• Coordinate mandatory training (Harassment Prevention, DOT Compliance, Safety)
• Support employee engagement and retention programs

Strategic HR Operations

• Act as strategic partner to operations leaders across Hawaiian islands
• Analyze HR metrics, lead process improvements, and maintain HR knowledge

Core HR

• Practical knowledge of Hawaii employment laws
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, UKG HRIS, and an ATS (e.g., Indeed)
• Effectively use AI tools to increase productivity, while verifying outputs for accuracy, confidentiality, compliance, and good judgment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field
• Minimum 5 years HR experience

Preferred

• SHRM or HRCI certification
• Hands-on proficiency with UKG HRIS & Experience in transportation, logistics, or trucking a plus

PHYSICAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged sitting and computer work; ability to lift 15 pounds
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities
• Must pass drug test and criminal background check
• Must be able to meet MVR requirements per company policy

COMPENSATION

Salary: $70,000 – $75,000 annually | Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO

Equal Opportunity Employer: Women/Veterans/Minorities/Disabled

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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