J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. · 8 hours ago
People Business Partner
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$61K/yr - $77K/yr
2+ years expJ.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. is a leading transportation and logistics company, and they are seeking a People Business Partner to align business objectives with people solutions. This role will provide strategic and tactical human resources support while collaborating with internal and external partners to address business and employee needs.
LogisticsShippingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provides consultation to mitigate risk and maintain compliance on business structure, workforce planning, succession planning, and other large changes impacting employees
Works closely with management and team members to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
Manages employee relations issues through effective, thorough, and objective investigations; engages leadership and compliance teams as needed
Maintains knowledge of standard employment laws and regulations to reduce risks and promote compliance; escalates cases to leadership and partner with the Legal department as needed
Fosters effective relationships with client groups to provide consultations on human relations matters and empower assigned leaders
Increases business and human resources acumen to identify trends and metrics in partnership with the Centers of Expertise teams to develop solutions, programs, policies and opportunities for learning
Executes company-wide Talent Programs within client groups, including, but not limited to, Annual Talent Review, Performance Review, and Competency Assessment, etc
Advises on and supports execution of all annual and adhoc human resources programs and practices including, but not limited to, Open Enrollment, Policy Renewals, Action Planning, Mergers & Acquisitions, etc
Works with internal stakeholders to build manager and employee resources and tools to support business needs including guides, standard operating procedures, handbooks, etc
Qualification
Required
High school diploma/GED with 2 years of HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, or HR Compliance experience OR High school diploma/GED with 18 months HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, or HR Compliance experience AND at least 6 months of transportation/logistics, business administration, or other professional J.B. Hunt experience
Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas through various mediums
Ability to use time and resources efficiently and effectively
Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and shifting priorities and directives
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner
Ability to develop trusting relationships by valuing others' concerns and contributions
Ability to maintain professionalism while dealing with difficult individuals
Ability to maintain composure under pressure
Ability to capture and document relevant business information in an auditable, organized, and easily retrievable manner
Ability to protect sensitive data to ensure privacy during the process of storage and communication
Ability to work with minimal direction
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, I/O Psychology, or related field, and SHRM/PHR, or suitable equivalent with 3 years of HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, or HR Compliance experience
Understanding of FMLA, ADA, and WC processes
Experience with HRIS systems
Ability to develop new ideas and initiatives that improve the performance of the organization
Benefits
Medical benefit
Dental benefit
Vision benefit
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
Six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave
Six paid holidays annually
Company
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
J.B. Hunt specializes in freight shipping for customers of all sizes.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.7B2025-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $1.7B
1983-12-02IPO
Leadership Team
Shelley Simpson
President and Chief Executive Officer
Nick Hobbs
Chief Operating Officer
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