Human Resources Manager (Trucking)

Joseph Michaels International; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Joseph Michaels International in Knoxville is seeking an HR Manager for its Trucking / Transportation division, overseeing 450+ drivers and support staff. You will lead two HR Generalists/Recruiters, coordinate background checks, medical screenings, DOT physicals, and supervise interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of drivers.

The role also manages benefits, retention, and training programs. Qualifications include BS degree and PHR or SPHR, FMCSA compliance experience, and Driver Qualification

Qualifications

• BS degree required.
• PHR or SPHR certification required.
• FMCSA compliance experience preferred.
• Driver Qualification files experience required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate driver background checks, pre-employment medical screenings, and DOT physicals.
• Lead two HR Generalists / Recruiters.
• Interview, hire, and onboard new drivers.
• Maintain and develop employee benefits programs, retention, training, and development.

Skills

Interviewing

Hiring

Onboarding

Education

BS degree

PHR certification

SPHR certification

Job description

Major corporation in the greater Knoxville TN area has immediate opening for an HR Manager in their Trucking / Transportation division employing 450+ truck drivers and support personnel including terminal managers, dispatchers, routers, driver supervisors, etc. The HR Manager will lead two HR Generalists / Recruiters. This is a multi-site role, but travel is not significant.

The HR Manager will ensure Driver Background Checks, Pre-Employment Medical Screenings, and DOT Physicals are coordinated and in compliance. Will be heavily involved in interviewing, hiring, and on-boarding new drivers.

The HR Manager will also maintain employee benefit programs in addition to developing new programs focusing on retention, employee development, and training.

Qualified candidates will have BS degree along with PHR or SPHR certification. Experience with FMCSA Compliance and Driver Qualification files is required. Must have previous experience in Truck Driving / Transportation industry or related Logistics field.

This is an employer of choice with an excellent culture and professional leadership team.

Relocation Assistance IS available.