BNSF Railway Company

Manager/Director Human Resources (Minneapolis, MN)

BNSF Railway Company$81K — $135K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-6 years of experience in Human Resources or a related field for Manager; 6+ years for Director.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Self-directed, motivated, and able to work independently.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications: Outlook, Word, Excel.
  • Prior experience in employee relations, recruitment, and hiring selection.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
  • High integrity when handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement effective recruiting strategies for union and exempt positions.
  • Conduct interviews and select candidates for hiring and promotions.
  • Investigate and resolve hotline calls and internal complaints.
  • Prepare and present training on HR and benefits topics to diverse groups.
  • Proactively address employee concerns in collaboration with department leaders.
  • Provide career mentoring and counseling for employees and leaders.
  • Facilitate various projects to enhance HR processes and meet departmental objectives.

Benefits

  • Industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
  • Comprehensive health care options including telemedicine and mental health support.
  • Health care spending accounts with employer contributions.
  • Family benefits such as adoption reimbursement and dependent care support.
  • Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, and wellness services.
  • Annual bonus through the Incentive Compensation Program.
  • Generous leave and time-off policies.
Full Job Description
Job Location: Minneapolis
Other Potential Locations: Minneapolis, MN
Anticipated Start Date: 09/21/2026
Number of Positions: 1
Salary Range: $81,500 - $135,000

3+ years of experience: $81,500 - $100,000

5+ years of experience: $92,000 - $120,000

6+ years of experience: $107,000 - $135,000

These ranges reflect what BNSF Railway reasonably expects to pay for this position, based on the role's level, scope, and responsibilities. Final compensation and position level will be determined by factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay and bonus eligibility, BNSF offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Communication with applicants may be done via email. Please check your email daily.

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

This is a full-time position located in Minneapolis, MN. For certain positions, including this one, employees can work one day per week remotely. Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs.

Travel is 25% on the Twin Cities division

We are seeking a results-driven Human Resources Manager/Director to join our team, supporting the Twin Cities Division. The HR Manager/ Director will be responsible for timely employment and placement of quality new hires and internal candidates for union and exempt positions in a cost-effective manner to meet operational demands and objectives. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to build strong relationships across a diverse population and at all levels of the organization, functioning as an employee advocate and management agent.

Key responsibilities may include:

Develop and implement effective recruiting strategies to attract quality candidates for union and exempt positions

Conduct interviews and selection of candidates for hire/promotion

Investigate and resolve hotline calls, internal complaints, and EEOC/State agency charges in a thorough manner

Prepare materials and present training to diverse employee groups on various human resources and benefits topics

Proactively anticipate employee concerns and work with department leaders on resolution and handling

Provide career mentoring and counseling for employees in conjunction with leadership

Facilitate and execute various projects to improve processes and meet departmental needs

Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, benefits, and other HR-related functions

Multi-task in a fast-paced environment, adapting to rapidly changing priorities

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position's duties.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Able to work in the US without company sponsorship now AND in the future.
  • The level of position is based on experience and can grow over time.
    • Manager, HR: minimum 3-5 years of experience in Human Resources, or a related field.
    • Director, HR: minimum 6 years of experience in Human Resources, or a related field.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Self-directed and motivated
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office - Outlook, Word, Excel
  • Prior experience in employee relations, recruitment, and hiring selection
  • Comprehensive knowledge of all federal and applicable state employment laws
  • Ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks concurrently
  • High degree of integrity in handling confidential information


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Human Resources or Business related field.


At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:
  • An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
  • A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
  • Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
  • Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
  • Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
  • Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
  • Generous leave / time off policies.
  • For more information, visit Benefits.

About BNSF Railway Company

BNSF Railway Company is one of the largest freight railroad networks in North America, with 32,500 miles of rail across the western two-thirds of the United States. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. BNSF Railway Company is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and operates as a standalone entity. The company provides transportation services for a wide range of commodities, including consumer goods, coal, industrial products, and agricultural products. BNSF Railway Company has a strong commitment to safety and environmental sustainability, and has invested heavily in technology and infrastructure to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.
Learn more about BNSF Railway Company
Size
42,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1994

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