Strategic HR Manager - Union/Compliance (VA)

Transdev North America, Inc.; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation: 2 weeks

Sick days: 5 days

Holidays: 12 days (8 + 4)

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental and vision

Life insurance

Job summary

Transdev North America, Inc. is seeking an HR Manager at our Huntington location to serve as a strategic partner, implementing HR policies and supporting local management teams in Lorton, VA under the Fairfax Connector contract.

You will oversee full-cycle recruitment, employee relations, and compliance with federal and state laws, while coordinating with HR Director and Regional HR to align with company initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–3 years of progressive Human Resources Generalist experience.
• Experience with high-volume recruiting.
• Experience working in a unionized environment, including grievance administration.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with ADP, HRIS platforms, and applicant tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Interpret, communicate, and implement company policies, procedures, employment laws, regulatory requirements, and workplace standards.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Remain current on changes to employment laws and recommend policy updates as needed.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and liaison to management on employee relations and HR matters.
• Develop staffing plans to ensure operational staffing requirements are met.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment activities, including postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Utilize HRIS and applicant tracking systems (iCIMS) to support recruiting and hiring processes.
• Build partnerships with external organizations and institutions to enhance recruiting.
• Support management with workforce forecasting and succession planning.
• Provide guidance and coaching to employees and management on workplace concerns and performance.

Skills

Employee relations

Recruiting

Policy interpretation

Communication skills

Organization & planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

ADP

HRIS platforms

iCIMS

Excel

Job description

Transdev North America, Inc. is seeking an HR Manager at our Huntington location to serve as a strategic partner, implementing HR policies and supporting local management teams in Lorton, VA under the Fairfax Connector contract.

You will oversee full-cycle recruitment, employee relations, and compliance with federal and state laws, while coordinating with HR Director and Regional HR to align with company initiatives.