ASSISTANT TO VP OF HUMAN RESOURCES

: A resume helps you stand out to hiring managers and recruiters; your resume communicates your experience and your brand. While it is not required, we encourage you to include an up-to-date resume along with a job application to give you the best opportunity to be considered. A complete resume helps us to better understand your unique background, relevant experiences, and passions. We look forward to learning about you. Job Summary: Norfolk Southern is seeking a highly organized and proactive individual to join our Human Resources team as an Assistant to the Vice President of Human Resources. The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the VP of HR, assisting in various HR functions, and contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the HR department. This role plays a critical part in helping the HR team deliver exceptional support to our employees and the organization. Key Responsibilities: Administrative Support:

• Manage the VP of HR's calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments.
• Prepare and proofread documents, reports, presentations, and correspondence.
• Handle communications and prioritize messages.
• Maintain accurate and organized records, expense reports, invoices, files, and documentation.
• Arrange for travel, including flights, accommodations, and transportation.

Meeting Coordination:

• Arrange and organize HR department meetings, including logistics, agenda preparation, and follow-up.
• Assist in the preparation of materials and presentations for HR meetings, executive level meetings, and presentations as directed by the VP.

Data Management:

• Maintain HR databases and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Generate HR reports and metrics as requested by the VP of HR.
• Assist in HR data analysis and research as needed.

Communication:

• Act as a point of contact between the VP of HR and other department members, executives, employees, and other stakeholders.
• Disseminate HR information and announcements to the organization.

Project Support:

• Assist in various HR projects, such as recruitment initiatives, employee engagement programs, and policy updates.
• Collaborate with HR team members to accomplish departmental goals.

Confidentiality:

• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality regarding sensitive documents and information throughout the organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in an administrative role or HR support role is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with a high attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, adapt, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor.
• Knowledge of HR principles and practices is a plus.

Company Overview Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country's population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization. Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.