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Republic Services hires Human Resources professionals across its regional and corporate operations, supporting a large, distributed workforce in waste management and environmental services. The company has a history of sponsoring work visas for qualified HR candidates, making it a realistic target if you're navigating OPT, H-1B, or permanent residency pathways.
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Position Summary: In this role you will lead the development, implementation, and administration of all phases of Human Resources at various divisions and operation units. This includes employee relations; labor relations; diversity & inclusion; performance management; compensation; benefits; talent management, training and organization development and partnering with Talent Acquisition to ensure we are attracting and selecting great talent. As the Area Human Resources Director you will partner with the Area President, General Managers and local managers and functions under the direct supervision of the Area President with dotted line accountability to the Vice President Human Resources. The Area HR Director will be responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management through the leadership of HR Managers that work in the field at designated business units. The position serves as a consultant to management on human resource-related issues. This role is continually assessing and anticipating HR business and talent needs throughout the area. This role will require 50% travel.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Strong business orientation.
- Offers through leadership regarding organizational and people related strategy and execution.
- Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR functional team to develop solutions, programs and guidelines.
- Connects with our employees to understand how to engage front-line employees to build organizational capability.
- Demonstrated experience in successfully leading HR for multiple operating locations.
- Knowledge of principles and procedures for recruiting, selection, and training.
- Knowledge of employment law, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, etc.
- Knowledge of National Labor Relations Act and contract negotiations for collective bargaining agreements.
- Experience in handling investigations and employee relations issues.
- Ability to impact and influence without formal authority.
- Knowledge of a Profit and Loss statement and interpretation of financial results.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Employee relations experience.
- PHR or SPHR certification.
- Strong business orientation.
- Demonstrated experience in successfully supporting multiple operating locations.
- Knowledge of principles and procedures for recruiting, selection, and training.
- Knowledge of employment law, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, etc.
- Experience in handling investigations and employee relations issues.
- Ability to impact and influence without formal authority.
- Knowledge of a Profit and Loss statement and interpretation of financial results.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A minimum of 7 years of directly applicable experience as an Human Resources Generalist or Manager involved in all aspects of human resources.
Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount programs.
- Retirement plan with a generous company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
EEO STATEMENT: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.
In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.
Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.
Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 41,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.
Our company values guide our daily actions:
- Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
- Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
- Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.
- Driven: We deliver results in the right way.
- Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 4.6 million people in 2023 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.
STRATEGY
Republic Services’ strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers’ multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.
We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.
With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.
Recycling and Waste
We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers’ specific needs.
Environmental Solutions
Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.
SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION
Republic’s recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.
The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation’s first integrated plastics recycling facility. This innovative site processes rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.
We continue to advance decarbonization at our landfills. As demand for renewable energy continues to grow, we have 70 landfill gas-to-energy projects in operation and plan to expand our portfolio to 115 projects by 2028.
RECENT RECOGNITION
- Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies
- CDP Discloser
- Dow Jones Sustainability Indices
- Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies
- Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies
- Great Place to Work
- Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global

Position Summary: In this role you will lead the development, implementation, and administration of all phases of Human Resources at various divisions and operation units. This includes employee relations; labor relations; diversity & inclusion; performance management; compensation; benefits; talent management, training and organization development and partnering with Talent Acquisition to ensure we are attracting and selecting great talent. As the Area Human Resources Director you will partner with the Area President, General Managers and local managers and functions under the direct supervision of the Area President with dotted line accountability to the Vice President Human Resources. The Area HR Director will be responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management through the leadership of HR Managers that work in the field at designated business units. The position serves as a consultant to management on human resource-related issues. This role is continually assessing and anticipating HR business and talent needs throughout the area. This role will require 50% travel.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Strong business orientation.
- Offers through leadership regarding organizational and people related strategy and execution.
- Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR functional team to develop solutions, programs and guidelines.
- Connects with our employees to understand how to engage front-line employees to build organizational capability.
- Demonstrated experience in successfully leading HR for multiple operating locations.
- Knowledge of principles and procedures for recruiting, selection, and training.
- Knowledge of employment law, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, etc.
- Knowledge of National Labor Relations Act and contract negotiations for collective bargaining agreements.
- Experience in handling investigations and employee relations issues.
- Ability to impact and influence without formal authority.
- Knowledge of a Profit and Loss statement and interpretation of financial results.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Employee relations experience.
- PHR or SPHR certification.
- Strong business orientation.
- Demonstrated experience in successfully supporting multiple operating locations.
- Knowledge of principles and procedures for recruiting, selection, and training.
- Knowledge of employment law, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, etc.
- Experience in handling investigations and employee relations issues.
- Ability to impact and influence without formal authority.
- Knowledge of a Profit and Loss statement and interpretation of financial results.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A minimum of 7 years of directly applicable experience as an Human Resources Generalist or Manager involved in all aspects of human resources.
Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount programs.
- Retirement plan with a generous company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
EEO STATEMENT: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.
In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.
Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.
Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 41,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.
Our company values guide our daily actions:
- Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
- Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
- Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.
- Driven: We deliver results in the right way.
- Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 4.6 million people in 2023 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.
STRATEGY
Republic Services’ strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers’ multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.
We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.
With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.
Recycling and Waste
We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers’ specific needs.
Environmental Solutions
Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.
SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION
Republic’s recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.
The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation’s first integrated plastics recycling facility. This innovative site processes rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.
We continue to advance decarbonization at our landfills. As demand for renewable energy continues to grow, we have 70 landfill gas-to-energy projects in operation and plan to expand our portfolio to 115 projects by 2028.
RECENT RECOGNITION
- Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies
- CDP Discloser
- Dow Jones Sustainability Indices
- Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies
- Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies
- Great Place to Work
- Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global
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Align your HR credentials to operational scale
Republic Services runs HR functions across hundreds of field locations and business units. Tailor your resume to show experience with high-volume hiring, multi-site workforce management, or labor relations, the competencies that map directly to waste and environmental services operations.
Search for roles tied to regional service centers
Republic Services posts HR roles at both corporate and regional levels. Use Migrate Mate to filter open Human Resources positions by location and sponsorship type, so you're targeting roles where active sponsorship is most likely rather than applying blindly across the board.
Understand which visa types fit HR roles here
HR Business Partner, Talent Acquisition, and HR Generalist roles at Republic Services have supported H-1B and TN classifications, as well as F-1 OPT extensions. Confirm your target role qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards before investing time in the application process.
Start OPT job outreach before your clock runs low
F-1 students have a 60-day grace period after graduation, but Republic Services hiring cycles for HR roles can run eight to twelve weeks. Begin outreach during your final semester so your OPT authorization is active well before any offer is extended and paperwork begins.
Prepare a PERM-ready employment history early
If Republic Services moves toward EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship for your HR role, DOL requires a detailed work history for the PERM labor certification. Gather employer verification letters, pay stubs, and job descriptions for every relevant position now, not after an offer is on the table.
Clarify sponsorship scope during the offer stage
Large employers like Republic Services sometimes sponsor H-1B transfers but not initial cap-subject petitions, or they support OPT but defer Green Card discussions. Ask HR directly which petition types their immigration team handles for this specific role and level before you sign.
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Find Human Resources at Republic Services JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Republic Services sponsor H-1B visas for Human Resources?
Yes, Republic Services has sponsored H-1B visas for Human Resources roles. HR positions such as HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, and Talent Acquisition Specialist can qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards if they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field. Confirm the specific role's qualification requirements with the recruiter early in the process.
How do I apply for Human Resources jobs at Republic Services?
You can find and apply for Human Resources roles at Republic Services through their careers portal or by browsing filtered listings on Migrate Mate, which surfaces open positions alongside sponsorship history. When applying, tailor your resume to Republic Services' distributed workforce model and be explicit in your application that you require visa sponsorship so recruiters can route your file appropriately.
Which visa types does Republic Services commonly use for Human Resources roles?
Republic Services has supported H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT, and F-1 CPT classifications for Human Resources positions, along with employment-based Green Card pathways including EB-2 and EB-3. TN is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying HR roles. The appropriate visa type depends on your nationality, degree field, and the specific HR position you're targeting.
What qualifications does Republic Services expect for sponsored Human Resources roles?
Most sponsored HR roles at Republic Services require a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a closely related field. Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms, multi-site employee relations, or labor compliance in a large operational environment strengthens your candidacy significantly. Roles supporting frontline field operations often prioritize candidates with experience in unionized or high-turnover workforce settings.
How long does the visa sponsorship process typically take for a Human Resources role at Republic Services?
Timeline depends on visa type. H-1B cap-subject petitions are tied to the annual April lottery, so timing your job search accordingly matters. H-1B transfers and TN classifications move faster, often within a few weeks of an offer. PERM-based Green Card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 can take one to three years or more depending on your country of birth and USCIS processing backlogs.
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