Aviation HR Coordinator: Onboarding, Benefits & Compliance

inMy Jet; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Legal services

Job summary

Priester Aviation in Wheeling, IL is seeking an HR Coordinator to manage onboarding, offboarding, HRIS records, benefits, and leave processes. You will support recruiting logistics and serve as the first point of contact for employee questions, while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in a fast-paced aviation environment.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and discretion, with a 2+ year background in HR coordination or administration.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally and discreetly.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with HRIS/ATS systems preferred; quick learner.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities and maintain records.
• Support benefits enrollment, leave management, and HR reporting.
• Assist with recruiting logistics: postings, scheduling, communications, and reference checks.
• Answer employee questions and guide on HR policies and procedures.
• Support compliance activities and document workflows under CTO guidance.

Skills

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential info

Organizational skills

Customer service mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams/SharePoint

Job description

Priester Aviation in Wheeling, IL is seeking an HR Coordinator to manage onboarding, offboarding, HRIS records, benefits, and leave processes. You will support recruiting logistics and serve as the first point of contact for employee questions, while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in a fast-paced aviation environment.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and discretion, with a 2+ year background in HR coordination or administration.