Head of Recruiting & HR

Position Summary:
We are seeking a results-driven Director of Human Resources to lead the HR function at Jones Logistics, a fast-paced, growth-focused transportation company. As a key member of the leadership team, this role will be responsible for overseeing all HR functions, including compliance, recruiting and onboarding, and employee relations. Fostering a strong performance culture and ensuring operational excellence in all HR functions will be key focuses as well.
This role requires transportation or logistics industry experience and a deep understanding of the workforce complexities that come with geographically dispersed operations, hourly and salaried team members, and evolving compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
Support the CEO and executive team by executing a people strategy that supports our business objectives and values.
Serve as a strategic advisor on organizational design, talent management, and workforce planning.
Support driver retention strategies and frontline employee engagement across terminals and fleet operations.
Collaborate closely with Safety, Operations, and Compliance to ensure a clear focus on requirements in a DOT-regulated environment.
Oversee full-cycle talent acquisition strategies to attract top talent in operations, logistics, and leadership.
Champion a high-performance culture rooted in safety, accountability, and engagement.
Design and oversee employee engagement strategies and action plans based on feedback and surveys.
Support a benefits strategy designed to improve attraction and retention.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and transportation-specific regulations.

Qualifications:
Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8-10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• Minimum of 3 years in the transportation, logistics, or supply chain industry.
• Experience managing a multi-site workforce with both hourly and salaried employees.
• Deep understanding of employment law, labor relations, and safety compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and management-level presentation skills.

Why Join Us:
Industry Impact: Join a top-tier logistics provider known for operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Growth & Scale: Lead the people function during an exciting period of growth and modernization.
Culture: Join a values-driven leadership team committed to safety, integrity, and operational excellence.

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)