Human Resources Manager

The Human Resources Manager will lead all human resource functions for Pittsburgh Transportation Group. This role is heavily focused on supporting union-represented bus operators while also overseeing HR matters for non-union administrative, operations, and taxi personnel. This position serves as a strategic partner to executive leadership and ensures full compliance with FMCSA, DOT, FTA, and federal/state labor regulations. The HR Manager will oversee labor relations, workforce compliance, recruiting, payroll administration, employee relations, and policy enforcement across both entities. This is a hands-on leadership role in a regulated, safety-sensitive transportation environment. Key Responsibilities: Labor & Union Relations Serve as primary HR contact for union-represented bus operators Administer and interpret Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) Partner with leadership on grievance management and disciplinary procedures Lead and document progressive discipline processes Support contract negotiations and labor strategy preparation Maintain strong working relationships with union representatives. Regulatory & Transportation Compliance Ensure compliance with: FMCSA drug and alcohol regulations (49 CFR Part 40 & 382) DOT safety-sensitive employee requirements FTA regulations including drug & alcohol MIS reporting DOT Clearinghouse requirements Oversee 3-year DOT employment verifications and background compliance Manage safety-sensitive hiring compliance documentation Maintain audit-ready files and support FMCSA, FTA, and internal audits Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws Hiring & Workforce Development Lead full-cycle recruiting for drivers and non-driving personnel Develop and implement driver recruiting strategies in a competitive labor market Oversee onboarding, orientation, and new hire compliance processes Ensure all safety-sensitive hires meet DOT/FMCSA standards prior to service Support retention initiatives and workforce stability planning Terminations & Corrective Action Lead and document employee separations, including union and non-union terminations Ensure terminations are legally compliant and contractually defensible Coordinate final pay, benefit notifications, COBRA, and exit documentation Advise leadership on risk exposure and employment-related liability Payroll & Benefits Administration Oversee payroll processing. Ensure accuracy of wage calculations including union scale, overtime, premiums, and contract-specific pay provisions Manage payroll coordination with payroll provider Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws Administer employee benefits programs Track and manage FMLA, ADA accommodations, and leave administration Ensure proper deductions including union dues and garnishments Employee Relations & Performance Management Conduct workplace investigations and resolve employee complaints Support supervisors in consistent policy enforcement Guide managers on documentation, coaching, and performance improvement Promote a fair and consistent workplace culture Multi-Company HR Oversight Provide HR leadership for both PTG Bus and zTrip Taxi Align HR policies across both organizations while recognizing operational differences Maintain centralized HR documentation and compliance systems Qualifications 5+ years of HR experience in a unionized and/or transportation environment Experience administering Collective Bargaining Agreements required Strong knowledge of FMCSA, DOT, FTA, and safety-sensitive workforce regulations Experience overseeing payroll processing and wage compliance Demonstrated experience handling employee investigations and terminations Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (PHR/SPHR preferred) Strong documentation, conflict resolution, and organizational skills Ideal Candidate Profile Comfortable in a compliance-heavy, operational environment Confident handling union matters and difficult employee conversations Detail-oriented with strong payroll and documentation discipline Able to balance employee advocacy with company risk protection Strategic thinker with hands-on execution ability

Created: 2026-03-04