HR Generalist

JOB SUMMARY
The HR Generalist runs day-to-day HR operations for Royal Hawaiian Movers including talent acquisition onboarding benefits employee relations compliance leave administration and policy enforcement. The ideal candidate is an expert in Hawaii employment laws DOT/FMCSA regulations and DBIDS and can work autonomously in a fast-paced safety-focused environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

DOT Compliance & Driver Qualification
Own and maintain compliant DQ files for all CDL drivers across Hawaiian islands per 49 CFR Part 391
Conduct annual DQ audits MVR pulls DOT physicals and medical certificate tracking
Ensure compliance with FMCSA hours of service drug/alcohol testing and CDL requirements

DBIDS & Military Installation Access
Manage end-to-end DBIDS administration (enrollment renewals terminations)
Serve as primary liaison with military Pass & ID offices across Hawaii
Track DBIDS expirations to maintain 100% base access compliance

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
Support the onsite recruiter and step in to assist with recruiting tasks as needed.
Own new hire orientation onboarding and I-9/E-Verify compliance
Partner with operations to forecast staffing for CDL drivers warehouse and moving crews

Total Rewards & Payroll
Serve as primary HR liaison to payroll for employment changes and leaves
Administer benefits support open enrollment maintain HRIS data integrity (UKG)

Compliance & Risk Management
Maintain compliance with federal and Hawaii state employment laws
Administer leaves (FMLA Hawaii Family Leave etc.) and Workers Compensation
Conduct regular HR compliance audits

Employee Relations & Performance Management
Conduct investigations into employee relations concerns
Coach managers on performance management corrective action and conflict resolution
Support annual performance review process

Learning Development & Engagement
Coordinate mandatory training (Harassment Prevention DOT Compliance Safety)
Support employee engagement and retention programs

Strategic HR Operations
Act as strategic partner to operations leaders across Hawaiian islands
Analyze HR metrics lead process improvements and maintain HR knowledge

Core HR
Practical knowledge of Hawaii employment laws
Strong communication conflict resolution and organizational skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Proficient in Microsoft Office UKG HRIS and an ATS (e.g. Indeed)
Effectively use AI tools to increase productivity while verifying outputs for accuracy confidentiality compliance and good judgment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required
Bachelors degree in HR Business or related field
Minimum 5 years HR experience

Preferred
SHRM or HRCI certification
Hands-on proficiency with UKG HRIS & Experience in transportation logistics or trucking a plus

PHYSICAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged sitting and computer work; ability to lift 15 pounds
Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organizations facilities
Must pass drug test and criminal background check
Must be able to meet MVR requirements per company policy

COMPENSATION
Salary: $70000 $75000 annually Benefits: Medical dental vision 401(k) PTO

Equal Opportunity Employer: Women/Veterans/Minorities/Disabled