**Description** **Essential Duties** · Operate safely and in compliance with all established HSSE policies and procedures · Administer Benefits, Payroll and Compensation programs through subordinate staff, provide guidelines, and develop SOP's · Manages and evaluates both the compensation and benefits functions for the company. · Participate in the design of plans, salaries and incentives, job evaluation, performance appraisal, life and health insurance, disability and 401K program. · Manage return to work program and employee injuries, collaborating with Safety, Management and employees · Investigate and resolve benefit and payroll issues in accordance with company policy, regulations and business needs · Partner with the Training & Development Department to deliver leader and employee training · Act as a corporate liaison for HR related projects and functions · Stay abreast of all changing benefit, payroll and regulatory information and communicate these changes to appropriate personnel · Provide confidential support/counseling to employees as needed · Demonstrate an understanding of the vision, purpose and strategy of the Company and how this aligns with HR strategy · Build credible relationships with key management, business stakeholders and peers by using HR expertise to add value to the business · Provide guidance to managers on how to effectively manage change within the organization, such as department reorganizations, leadership changes, and role restructuring · Participate on committees and special projects and seek additional responsibilities · Respond to employee inquiries, issues and problems relating to benefits, leaves of absence, payroll, compensation and ensures timely and appropriate action · Prepare reports and information for both internal and external stakeholders · Supervise, recruit, retain, mentor, train, and recognize direct reports. Conduct performance appraisals and make wage recommendations. · Other work-related duties. **Qualifications** · Bachelor's degree in in human resources or a related field and five years of human resource experience; or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. · Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) certification preferred or other related benefits certification · Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred · SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification preferred. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** · Comprehensive knowledge of Benefit and Payroll principles, practices and governing laws · Proficient in the use of HRIS · Excellent organizational skills · Proficient with MS Office Suite including Excel, Word and Outlook · Demonstrated problem solving skills · Exceptional verbal, listening and written communication skills · Ability and experience to foster teamwork and lead a goal-oriented team · Ability to multi-task and work under pressure while meeting strict deadlines · Must be able to prioritize daily tasks and assignments · Must work well with internal departments, vendors, and customers · Must have the ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small group situations with customers and other employees · Takes initiative to independently resolve a variety of complex issues and non-standard problems **Leadership Competencies** · Communication: Express ideas in a clear, concise and convincing manner. Exercise good writing, speaking and listening skills. Use good judgement as to what to communicate and the best approach. Foster an open communication environment. · Interpersonal Skills: Treat others with courtesy, sensitivity and respect. Build and maintain strong relationships. Be friendly, approachable, humble and authentic. Have an awareness of your own strengths and weaknesses and strive for improvement. · Respect: Treat people of all levels and all walks of life with respect. Listen for understanding. · Trust: Earn the trust of others by being well intentioned and fair in all dealings. Follow through on commitments. · Accountable: Hold yourself and others accountable for measurable high quality, timely and cost effective results. Accept responsibility for mistakes and continuously strive to improve. · Continuous Improvement: Performs and models Carlile’s continuous improvement process and behaviors. Solicit and encourage improvement suggestions from team members. Ensure target condition and improvement efforts are aligned with higher level goals. · Lead and Develop: Commit to developing yourself and others. Plan for succession and provide opportunities for professional growth. **Benefits** At Carlile Transportation, we understand the importance of fostering a comprehensive and supportive benefits package to enhance the overall well-being of our valued employees. Our commitment to your health, financial security, and work-life balance is reflected in the array of benefits we offer including medical, vision, dental, retirement, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education for career advancement. **If you can perform your duties with an unwavering commitment to safety while diligently adhering to all established HSSE policies and procedures to cultivate a workplace that prioritizes and ensures safety is the highest priority, apply today!** Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)