HR Manager/Payroll Specialist

About Us

Highway Signing Inc. is a multi-state leader in traffic control and pavement marking services. We are committed to safety, quality, and building strong teams to support our continued growth. We are seeking a versatile and detail-oriented HR Manager & Payroll Specialist to oversee daily HR operations, manage payroll across multiple states, and serve as a trusted partner to employees and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

· Human Resources Management

· Oversee day-to-day HR functions, including employee relations, performance management, and compliance.

· Partner with leadership to develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and best practices.

· Manage the full employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, training, retention, and offboarding.

· Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.

· Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee communications.

· Provide guidance and coaching to managers on employee relations and performance issues.

· Coordinate with safety, operations, and leadership teams on workforce planning needs.

· Payroll & Compliance

· Process weekly/bi-weekly multi-state payrolls, ensuring compliance with wage and tax laws.

· Maintain accurate payroll records including hours, wages, deductions, and benefits.

· Prepare payroll reports and support annual audits, tax filings, and year-end reporting (W-2, 1099).

· Manage garnishments, wage verifications, and certified payroll as needed.

· Act as primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries.

· Support system administration and process improvements in payroll software.

Qualifications

· Required:

· 3+ years of progressive HR experience, with exposure to both HR management and payroll.

· Hands-on experience managing multi-state payroll.

· Strong knowledge of employment law and payroll regulations.

· Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

· High proficiency with Microsoft Excel and HR/payroll reporting.

· Preferred:

· Experience with Vista (Viewpoint Vista) software.

· Previous experience in construction, transportation, or related industries.

· Knowledge of union payroll and certified payroll reporting.

· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

Skills & Competencies

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and coach managers.

· Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.

· Strategic thinker with the ability to execute day-to-day HR and payroll functions