RECRUITING & RETENTION SPECIALIST | FULL-TIME

WHO WE ARE

At Naples Airport Authority, we deliver excellence from arrival to departure to all our customers including the public we service and the employees who bring our vision to life. We are dedicated to equipping our employees with the support, tools and opportunities they need to excel now and well into the future.

THE POSITION

The Recruiting & Retention Specialist plays a key role in managing the full talent lifecycle process, including recruitment, onboarding, employer branding, and employee retention initiatives. This position is essential in developing strong candidate pipelines, enhancing employee engagement and supporting HR programs that cultivate a positive and productive workplace culture.

As part of a small, collaborative HR Team, you will work closely with employees and leaders across the organization, with your visibility in the office helping you support programs and build strong relationships. A willingness to take initiative is highly valued in this role.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for all open positions, while partnering closely with department leaders to identify required skills, competencies and workforce needs.
• Conduct new hire onboarding, including facilitating orientation and conducting 30 and 90 day check-ins to support employee success.
• Implement and maintain employer branding and social media strategies to attract high quality candidates.
• Build and sustain partnerships with local agencies, schools, and universities to strengthen community relationships and talent pipelines.
• Represent NAA at job fairs and community outreach events.
• Support employee engagement initiatives through surveys, focus groups, stay interviews and recognition programs.
• Plan and execute employee recognition events throughout the year.
• Analyze engagement trends and recommend retention strategies that support organizational culture and employee satisfaction.
• Manage the summer internship program, including job postings, candidate selection, onboarding and the development of meaningful real-world aviation experience.
• Supervise interns and ensure high‑quality internship experience.
• Maintain and update job descriptions to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with organizational needs.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• At least four years of Human Resources experience preferred.
>Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now, Microsoft Office, sourcing tools, and HRIS systems.
• SHRM-CP certification is a plus.

REASONS TO APPLY

• Outstanding Benefits Package, including $0 cost to employees for Medical and Dental coverage.
• Generous 10% Employer Paid 401a Retirement Plan.
• Comprehensive Leave Programs including Vacation, Personal Leave, Sick Time and Paid Holidays.
• Annual Incentive Award and ongoing Career Development Programs
• Tuition and Education Reimbursement up to $7,000 a year.
• Employee Wellness Program with health focused activities and incentives.
• Proud to be a Best Places to Work in Southwest Florida winner three years in a row.
• Starting Salary: $2,741 biweekly with flexibility for exceptional experience.

Apply Online: Naples Airport Authority application must be completed. Application and job description available at the Naples Airport Authority or in the Administration Office. EOE/V/H/Male/Female/Drug-Free Workplace and provides for veterans’ preference for eligible positions.