HR Manager Job at The Keller Group in Tempe

Human Resources Manager (HR & Compliance)

The Human Resources Manager leads HR function with a balanced emphasis on Compliance, People Operations, and Recruiting. Operating within a construction / trucking context, this role partners with leadership and field teams to ensure regulatory adherence, strengthen a high-trust, safety-first culture of accountability, and drive effective talent acquisition. The position is hands-on and requires sound judgment, executive-level communication, and the ability to initiate and deliver projects independently while collaborating closely with our PEO and Safety.

Compliance (40%)

• Establish and oversee the HR compliance framework, including policy governance, training cadence, internal audits, documentation standards, and corrective action plans; ensure alignment with federal and Arizona regulations.
• Partner with Safety and the PEO on incident / accident response, investigations, documentation quality, and timely execution of corrective actions.
• Oversee DOT / FMCSArelated HR requirements and coordinate drug / alcohol testing administration with third-party providers; maintain compliance calendars and expiration tracking.
• Ensure I-9 / E-Verify integrity through periodic self-audits; advise on classification, overtime, wage and hour, and leave administration.
• Lead PEO governance for HR compliance, payroll accuracy, benefits administration, handbook alignment, and quarterly service / audit reviews; coordinate responses to regulatory or customer compliance inquiries.

People Operations (30%)

• Advise leadership on organization design, performance management, investigations, and separations; ensure documentation is consistent, accurate, and defensible.
• Develop and track manager and employee training to verified completion.
• Improve operational workflows across onboarding, payroll inputs, personnel file maintenance, and HRIS data integrity; establish metrics and audit routines.
• Communicate policies and expectations clearly and professionally to both office and field teams.

Recruiting (30%)

• Own the recruiting function end-to-end : workforce planning, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, offers, and onboarding handoff.
• Build sustainable pipelines for field roles through referrals, trade schools, community partners, and targeted local advertising; engage agencies selectively.
• Maintain a professional candidate experience while meeting time-to-fill targets and improving 90-day retention for priority roles.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Human Resources experience within construction and / or trucking / transportation, with a clear understanding of field operations and compliance requirements.
• Recent roles weighted toward HR compliance, including audits, documentation standards, and corrective action planning.
• Executive-level communication and professional presence; operates effectively with minimal guidance at the leadership interface.
• Hands-on leader and self-starter who takes ownership of new initiatives and delivers results.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of OSHA interface, DOT / FMCSA, wage and hour, leave laws, and Arizona employment regulations.
• Experience with PEO administration, HRIS, E-Verify, FMCSA Clearinghouse, and rigorous recordkeeping practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution capabilities.
• Superior organization, attention to detail, and analytical problem-solving; able to prioritize and delegate appropriately.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Fluency in English required; Spanish bilingual preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn HRIS / ATS tools quickly.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 710 years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years in compliance-intensive environments (construction / trucking strongly preferred).
• Prior PEO experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP / SCP or PHR / SPHR preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods working at a computer and desk.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds on occasion.
• Ability to access and navigate departments across company facilities.