HR Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee and enhance our HR functions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies that align with our business goals, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and fostering a positive workplace culture. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills who can effectively manage human capital and drive organizational success.

Duties

- Manage the recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding new employees.

- Oversee and manage all aspects of employee leave, including FMLA, medical leave, personal leave, and return-to-work processes

- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave laws, and maintain accurate documentation

- Coordinate return-to-work accommodations and collaborate with management on transitional duty assignments

- Serve as a key resource for employee relations issues—coach managers, conduct investigations, and resolve conflicts fairly and consistently

- Provide guidance and support on performance management, corrective action, and conflict resolution

- Deliver training to managers on HR compliance topics such as leave laws, workplace policies, and employee relations best practices

- Coordinates with departments to develop and maintain job descriptions for all positions within the company.

- Monitor HR metrics to assess the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives.

- Ensure company compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations (EEOC, FLSA, FMLA, OSHA, etc.).

- Conduct regular HR audits to assess and ensure compliance in payroll, benefits, hiring practices, and workplace safety.

- Assists with developing and updating HR and company policies and procedures

- Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

- Occasional travel required for training, recruiting events, site visits, etc.

Skills

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

- Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.

- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

- Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS system.

- Advanced knowledge of federal and state employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEOC, Workers Comp, etc.).

Education and Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent experience in field.

- SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP desired.

About US

Our Mission: “Keeping Your World Running” by providing unmatched value to our customers.

Our Core Values:

FAMILY – We recognize the value of Family & Community.

INTEGRITY – Our people will have the highest Integrity.

PROFITABILITY - We invest Profitability in our future.

SAFETY – We will operate Safely.

We believe that each employee contributes directly to Valor’s growth and success, and we hope you will take pride in being a member of our team. We hope your experience here will be challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding. Valor is involved in many different types of businesses, but all center around the wholesaling or retailing of petroleum products and related services.

What We Offer

- Competitive Salary

- Health Insurance (eligible FOM after hire date for health benefits)

- Dental Insurance

- Vision Insurance

- Valor Paid $25k Life and AD&D coverage

- Vacation (receive 10 days of vacation after 3 calendar months!)

- Sick Pay

- 401K

- On Demand Pay for times when you need your money before payday.

- FIPS Core Value Annual Incentives

- Years of Service Awards and Incentives – $100 per year paid in 5-year increments

- Employee Discount Program

- Make A Wish Donation opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Ability to Commute:

- Owensboro, KY 42303 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Owensboro, KY 42303: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person