Human Resources Director

Job description:

Legacy, Inc. is a growing 48-state refrigerated carrier headquartered in Springfield, MO. We move freight across the country and take pride in doing it right with reliable equipment, strong operations, and a team that depends on us to keep things running smoothly.

We’re looking for an experienced HR Director to own the entire human resources and payroll function. This is a fully hands-on role responsible for all HR-related functions, from recruiting drivers to payroll, compliance, benefits, and employee relations, in a fast-moving transportation environment.

What You’ll Do

Own the Full HR Function

• Manage all HR operations end-to-end, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and personnel records
• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employees and leadership
• Develop and maintain practical HR policies that work in a trucking environment
• Partner with leadership on workforce needs and company initiatives

Payroll & Compliance

• Support multi-state payroll processing, accuracy, and compliance
• Ensure compliance with federal/state labor laws, wage & hour rules, and DOT requirements
• Manage HRIS systems, reporting, and payroll-related processes

Support Recruiting & Drivers

• Lead driver recruiting, hiring, and onboarding
• Help ensure we attract and retain qualified drivers in a competitive market
• Support employee relations and day-to-day workforce issues

Benefits & Administration

• Administer health insurance, 401(k), and other employee benefits
• Handle open enrollment, employee questions, and vendor coordination

What We’re Looking For

Required

• Proven HR experience with direct ownership of payroll and compliance
• Strong understanding of multi-state payroll, wage & hour laws, and employment regulations
• Working knowledge of DOT requirements and driver workforce practices
• Ability to manage all HR functions independently in a small-company environment
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent HR experience

Preferred

• Experience in trucking, transportation, or logistics
• Experience with driver payroll and DOT-regulated workforces
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Human resources: 4 years (Required)
• Payroll management: 1 year (Required)
• Management: 1 year (Required)
• Benefits administration: 2 years (Required)
• DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Professional In Human Resources (Preferred)
• SHRM Certified Professional (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Springfield, MO 65803 (Required)

Work Location: In person