Designs and manufactures specialty purpose‑built vehicles and equipment for defense, fire, access, refuse and aviation.
The Vice President of Human Resources for the Transport Segment is a strategic leader who shapes and executes the people strategy to support business growth, operational excellence, and innovation. This role partners closely with the Transport Leadership Team and the enterprise HR Leadership Team to build a high‑performing, engaged workforce across the global organization.
In the strategic‑leadership capacity, the VP‑HR serves as a trusted advisor on talent strategy, workforce planning, culture, and engagement, while providing candid feedback to the Segment President. They translate business objectives into a forward‑looking HR roadmap and lead change‑management initiatives linked to transformation, automation, and evolving workforce needs.
The role assesses organizational effectiveness, guides structural changes aligned with business strategy, and oversees talent‑acquisition strategies for advanced manufacturing, skilled technical labor, and leadership positions. It also drives leadership development, succession planning, and performance‑management programs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, learning, accountability, and inclusion.
Fostering a supportive environment, the VP‑HR builds a culture where team members feel challenged, empowered, and valued. They champion engagement, communication, and retention initiatives across all levels and partner with leaders to strengthen leader capability and team effectiveness.
Leading a team of HR professionals, the VP‑HR ensures compliance with labor laws, regulations, and collective‑bargaining agreements while developing HR talent and bench strength. They leverage HR analytics and technology to enhance decision‑making and operational efficiency.
Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, and 15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing or technology‑driven organizations. Preferred credentials are a master’s degree or MBA, SHRM‑SCP or SPHR certification, and a proven record of scaling HR functions during growth.
The ideal candidate is a people‑first leader who cares deeply about employee growth and well‑being, combines strategic thinking with strong business acumen, and is collaborative, approachable, and trusted at all organizational levels. They balance long‑term strategy with hands‑on execution and can influence, challenge, and support leaders with confidence and empathy.
The position offers a pay range of $189,800.00 to $370,200.00, reflecting market‑competitive total rewards, and emphasizes a people‑first culture with opportunities for professional development. Oshkosh provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities and encourages candidates to request assistance as needed.