HR - Business Partner

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team in the transportation industry. The HRBP will act as a key liaison between HR and business operations, providing expert guidance and support to drive organizational effectiveness and enhance employee engagement. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Strategic HR Partnership:

• Collaborate with business leaders to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Analyze workforce trends and metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive strategic initiatives.

• Talent Management:
  • Support talent acquisition efforts by partnering with hiring managers to identify staffing needs.
  • Develop and implement talent development programs, succession planning, and performance management processes.
• Employee Relations:
  • Act as a trusted advisor to employees and management, addressing concerns and resolving conflicts.
  • On an as-needed basis, conduct thorough investigations for Title VII claims or allegations.
  • Work collaboratively with internal and external legal counsel. 
  • Promote a positive work environment and uphold organizational values and culture.

• Compliance and Policy Management:
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws and industry regulations specific to the transportation sector.
  • Develop, communicate, and implement HR policies and procedures.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree, preferred
• PHR or SHRM-CP, Preferred
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience preferred or equivalent relevant work experience, and strong business acumen
• Proven high level HR skills including employee relations, employment law, employee engagement, compensation, performance management, recruitment, and training and development.
• Ability to design and deliver HR programs to effectively address business issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving and decision-making skills, and ability to handle sensitive situations/documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members in a matrix environment.

Pay & Benefits 

• Opportunity to earn bonus incentives!
• Full comprehensive benefit plan, includes medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, and more voluntary elections!
• Paid Time Off earned within your first year
• 401(k)

Corporate Dubuque Office Perks:

• Our fitness funplex with full gym, onsite free fitness instructor and yoga classes. Bonus perk with indoor pickle ball and basketball courts
• Weekly on-site chiropractor and massage therapist
• On-site daily coffee truck, salad/soup bar and lunch service
• Casual work environment with tremendous upward potential

Company Overview
Founded in 1935, Hirschbach Motor Lines has built a sterling reputation for delivering time and temperature-sensitive freight across 48 states. Today, the organization generates $1+ billion in revenue and has become the 2nd largest refrigerated carrier in North America with company headquarters in Dubuque, Iowa. Hirschbach strives to provide the highest level of service in the industry, offering a breadth of services including Dedicated, Over the Road, Expedited, Entertainment, and Logistics Solutions.

With a tenured history and vision for the future, our company culture drives us to be the best in the business, grounded in our All In To Win values. One key to trust is having a pool of talent and resources who are exceptionally competent, capable, and passionate for serving results to our customers.