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Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You‘ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You‘ll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it’s exactly what going further is all about.

Position Summary

Leads the development, implementation, and governance of enterprise HR compliance programs to ensure adherence to applicable federal, state, and local employment laws across a complex, multi-state workforce. Partners with HR, Legal, and business leaders to identify and mitigate compliance risk and translate regulatory requirements into practical, compliant people practices.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

Leads the design, implementation, and ongoing governance of HR compliance programs, policies, and controls to ensure regulatory adherence.Oversees the development, execution, and annual reporting of affirmative action plans and supports federal contractor compliance requirements, including OFCCP audit readiness and responses in partnership with Legal.Monitors and interprets employment laws and regulatory requirements and translates them into actionable HR policies and processes.Leads and supports HR compliance audits, reviews, and investigations, including partnering with Legal and HR leadership to address findings, manage risk, and ensure appropriate resolution and documentation.Establishes and maintains HR compliance policies, standard operating procedures, and documentation to support audit readiness and consistent application of employment practices.Provides guidance and consultation to HR and business leaders on compliance requirements, policy interpretation, and risk mitigation strategies.Develops and delivers training and enablement resources to promote understanding and adherence to HR compliance standards across the organization.Supports administration of compliance-related tools and programs, including ethics reporting and tracking mechanisms.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age.High school diploma or GED.Authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.7+ years of progressive HR experience with a focus on compliance and employee relations.Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements.Experience supporting affirmative action plans, audits, and regulatory reviews.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to influence and advise stakeholders.

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer or desk.Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and operating office equipment.Occasional lifting/carrying of office materials/boxes up to 25 lbs.Adequate vision and hearing (with or without correction) to read, prepare, and communicate information.Occasional movement, bending, and reaching as needed to perform office tasks or attend meetings.Some travel may be required, including overnight travel.

Benefits
At Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.

Make Your Move
At Saia, our people are the reason we’ve been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we’ve created a positive culture that’s driven by our core values – like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we’re always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you’re ready to put your career on a solid path, let’s go further.

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.