Human Resources Manager - Charlotte, NC

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Human Resources leader to oversee the full scope of HR operations across a multi-state fuel distribution and transportation organization. This role is responsible for leading the HR function, ensuring compliance with applicable employment and transportation-related regulations, and supporting a distributed workforce across multiple operational locations. The position reports directly to the President/CEO.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all human resources operations across multiple states and business units

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including wage and hour, leave administration, and workplace posting requirements

Oversee HR compliance related to DOT/FMCSA regulations, including driver qualification files and applicable safety-related employment requirements

Direct employee relations strategy, including investigations, conflict resolution, and corrective action guidance

Partner with executive leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategy

Oversee recruitment, onboarding, retention, and separation processes across field and corporate roles

Manage benefits administration, including health plans, leave programs, and 401(k) compliance and reporting

Oversee workers compensation, unemployment claims, and related risk management processes

Ensure compliance with required regulatory reporting (EEO-1, OSHA, and other applicable federal/state filings)

Develop, implement, and maintain employee handbooks, policies, and job classifications across jurisdictions

Oversee HRIS systems, data integrity, and HR reporting/analytics

Lead HR team members and provide coaching, development, and performance management

Serve as a key advisor to leadership on employment risk, compliance exposure, and workforce matters

Perform other related Human Resources and operational support duties as assigned

Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Company paid life insurance and short-term disability.
401(k) retirement savings plan.
Paid time off (PTO) and six paid holidays.

Additional Information

Full-time, onsite position

Role supports distributed operations across multiple states and field locations

710 plus years of progressive HR leadership experience, including multi-state responsibility

5 plus years in a supervisory or HR management/department leadership role

Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Professional HR certification preferred (SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR)

Demonstrated experience in multi-state employment law compliance

Experience supporting transportation, logistics, manufacturing, petroleum distribution, or other highly regulated industries preferred

Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA compliance requirements preferred

Experience managing employee relations, investigations, and workforce risk issues

Demonstrated ability to lead HR operations, manage competing priorities, communicate effectively with employees and leadership, and support operational and compliance-related business objectives.

Proficiency with HRIS systems; Paylocity experience a plus

Demonstrated ability to analyze HR and operational issues, evaluate risk, and support practical business solutions.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and reporting tools

Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, operational environment