Manager, Human Resources

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All associates are guided by Our Values. Our Values are the unifying foundation of our companies. We strive to ensure that every decision we make and every action we take demonstrates Our Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates lasting benefits for all of our associates, shareholders, and the communities in which we live.

• Career Growth:
  Advance your career with opportunities for leadership and personal development.
• Culture of Excellence:
  Be part of a supportive team that values your input and encourages innovation.
• Competitive Benefits:
  Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that looks after both your professional and personal needs.

Our Total Rewards package underscores our commitment to recognizing your contributions. We offer a competitive and fair compensation structure that includes base pay and performance-based rewards. Compensation is based on skill set, experience, qualifications, and job-related requirements. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, retirement plans, and generous paid leave. Discover more about what we offer by visiting our Benefits page.

The Manager, HR is responsible for leading the HR and talent acquisition functions for USAL, ensuring effective talent attraction, associate engagement, business partnership, and compliance with federal and state employment and transportation regulations across the organization. This role oversees two direct reports and serves as a key partner to business leaders and the Director of HR, providing strategic guidance and operational leadership to support workforce needs and HR initiatives.

They also partner with leadership and the TFG Organizational Development team to drive workforce planning, training, engagement and retention initiatives aligned with business goals, while demonstrating consistent commitment to Our Values.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the HR team, including the HR Consultant and Talent Acquisition Advisor, to ensure effective delivery of HR services.
• Manage and lead talent acquisition, employee relations, Leave of Absence (LOA) and compliance programs within Houston and across USAL’s other terminal locations.
• Manage and deliver data-driven organizational insights in support of day-to-day operations and future planning.
• In partnership with the Safety team, ensure compliance with all DOT, FMCSA, and federal/state employment regulations, including driver qualification, hours-of-service, and drug/alcohol testing requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and programs that promote consistency, compliance, and employee engagement.
• Advise management on employee relations issues, performance management, and disciplinary actions while maintaining confidentiality and fairness.
• Manage compensation, benefits, and payroll processes in partnership with finance and TFG Payroll to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support leadership with workforce planning, organizational structure, and succession planning initiatives.
• Coordinate training and development programs to promote safety, compliance, and professional growth across all departments.
• Maintain accurate and compliant employee and driver records, ensuring readiness for audits and regulatory reviews.
• Conduct and oversee workplace investigations and ensure appropriate resolution of employee concerns or grievances.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge of Title VII, ADA and EEOC Laws to assist the assigned locations in reaching their business goals.
• Responsibilities also include sponsoring, managing, coordinating, and supporting project and process improvement teams, and participating in and/or supporting project teams sponsored by other management team members.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Psychology, or a related field, along with 5-8 years of progressive Human Resources experience with a strong emphasis on…