--- title: Regional Director Human Resources description: Transdev North America is hiring for the Regional Director Human Resources role in Lombard, IL. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/regional-director-human-resources-at-transdev-north-america-01a1c2d0-6872-7352-9b52-55ea24369f3a date: 2026-11-10T01:16:27Z og_description: Join Transdev North America as Regional Director Human Resources in Lombard, IL. Pays $115K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/7mh2jk.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Transdev North America](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/transdev-north-america?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Lombard, IL | | **Salary** | $115K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Nov 09, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Transdev North America. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Transdev North America. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $80,000 – $117,000 a year (median $93,000). ## Description At **Transdev** , we're looking for a strategic and hands-on **Human Resources Director** to support our growing Midwest Transit Operations business. In this role, you'll partner directly with operational leaders to drive labor relations, workforce retention, leadership development, and employee engagement across a multi-site, unionized environment. **Location:** Chicagoland Area. Domicile in Lombard HQ office when not traveling **Travel:** Approximately 60%-70% throughout the Midwest **Transdev is proud to offer:** - **Competitive compensation package of minimum $115,000 – maximum $150,000** **Benefits include:** - Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks - Sick days: 5 days - Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating - Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and voluntary long-term disability. **Benefits may vary depending on the location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.** **What You'll Do** - Serve as a trusted advisor to business and operations leaders across the region. - Lead labor relations activities, including: - Collective bargaining agreement interpretation and administration - Grievance management - Labor-management partnerships - Negotiation preparation and potential second-chair support - Develop workforce strategies that improve retention, engagement, and operational performance. - Coach leaders through employee relations, performance, and organizational challenges. - Support recruiting, onboarding, and talent development across multiple locations. - Help build a culture of Safety First, accountability, and continuous improvement. **What You'll Bring** - 7+ years of progressive HR leadership experience in a multi-site operational environment. - Strong labor relations expertise supporting unionized workforces. - Experience managing employee relations, investigations, and complex workplace issues. - Proven ability to influence leaders and drive business results. - Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout the region. **Preferred Qualifications** - Experience in transit, transportation, logistics, manufacturing, or other safety-sensitive industries. - SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or similar professional certification. **Physical Requirements:** - Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed. - The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen. - Work environment will be 100% indoors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact **Drug-free workplace:** **Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:** - Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.). - Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. **About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.** **Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at** **[www.TransdevNA.com](http://www.TransdevNA.com)** **or watch an overview video at** **** ***The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.*** ***Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.*** ***The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.*** ***California applicants: Please*** **[Click Here](https://transdevna.com/california-employee-privacy-policy/)** ***for CA Employee Privacy Policy.*** **Job Category:** Management **Job Type:** Full Time **Req ID:** 9520 **Pay Group:** NF2 **Cost Center:** 816 The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request. Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Drug-free workplace If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check. California applicants: Please [Click Here](https://transdevna.com/california-employee-privacy-policy/) for CA Employee Privacy Policy. **About Transdev** Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at [http://www.TransdevNA.com](http://www.transdevna.com/) or [watch an overview video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilO5cv0G4mQ&feature=youtu.be). ## Skills - Influencing - Collective Bargaining - Onboarding - Grievance Handling - Investigation - Senior Professional in Human Resources - Employee Relations - Negotiation - Logistics - Talent Development - Continuous Improvement Process - Labor Management - SHRM Senior Certified Professional - Labor Relations - Human Resources - Leadership - Recruitment ## Benefits - Leadership Development - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Sick Leave - 401(k) Plans - Other Retirement and Savings ## Related - [More jobs at Transdev North America](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/transdev-north-america?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Human Resources jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/human-resources?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [HR Operations jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/human-resources/hr-operations?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Human Resources Manager jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/human-resources/hr-operations/human-resources-manager?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Illinois](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/illinois?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 112737 jobs - [Ground Passenger Transportation](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/transportation-and-logistics/ground-passenger-transportation?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 13009 jobs - [Transdev North America](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/transdev-north-america?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 755 jobs ## Related pages - [Illinois](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/illinois?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 112737 jobs - [Ground Passenger Transportation](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/transportation-and-logistics/ground-passenger-transportation?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 13009 jobs - [Transdev North America](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/transdev-north-america?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 755 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)