Director Human Resources

Dawson Logistics
Danville, IL

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Position Location: Danville, IL (On-Site)

This is a hands-on position covering all areas of Human Resources including employee relations, recruitment, performance management, safety management, compliance, recordkeeping, compensation and benefits administration. This position is responsible for demonstrating integrity and maintaining a high level of confidentiality.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Implements and manages all recruiting and hiring practices and procedures necessary to meet staffing goals and objectives.
  • Coaches and trains managers in their communication, feedback, recognition, and interaction responsibilities with the employees who report to them.
  • Handles workplace-related inquiries from employees and supervisors and conducts investigations regarding and/or sensitive matters as needed.
  • Monitors and advises managers and supervisors on the progressive discipline process and performance improvement process as well as reviews and approves all management recommendations for employment terminations.
  • Oversees and manages all benefit programs and enrollment changes for the organization.
  • Establishes and monitors all wage and salary structures, pay policies, and oversees the variable pay systems within the company including bonuses and raises.
  • Participates in a process of organization development that plans, communicates, and integrates the results of strategic planning throughout the organization.
  • Administers unemployment and worker's compensation claims.
  • Coordinates all training programs including orientation and annual company-wide training program as needed.
  • Leads company compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance as well as manages the preparation and submittal of information requested for compliance.
  • Provides guidance regarding company safety and health programs. Monitors the tracking of OSHA-required data and completes annual report requirements.
  • Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Experience

  • 3+ years of experience in one or more aspects of human resources management preferred
  • 1+ year prior experience processing payroll required

Education

  • Bachelor Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field; or equivalent, relevant experience required
  • SHRM or HRCI certification preferred

Knowledge

  • Intermediate knowledge of Paycom or other HRIS
  • Intermediate knowledge of principles and procedures for benefits and compensation and general HR practices
  • Fundamental knowledge of laws, government regulations, and agency rules
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Posted 2026-06-11

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