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 

• 7–10 plus years of progressive HR leadership experience, including multi-state responsibility 

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

• Bachelor’s 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