Human Resources Generalist

Piedmont Airlines, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Holiday pay

401(k)

Vacation

Medical and dental available

Family travel on the American Airlines

Job summary

Piedmont Airlines, Inc. in Arlington, VA is hiring a Human Resources Generalist for an onsite role.

You will support managers with HR best practices, policies, and day-to-day people processes, ensuring decisions align with company standards and labor requirements. You will also contribute to investigations and employee relations efforts, assist with accommodation requests, and support onboarding activities.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to manage deadlines independently.
• Functional knowledge of employment laws and HR processes.
• Experience with onboarding, policies, investigations, and employee relations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Investigate internal complaints and support employee relations efforts.
• Coordinate on-site visits, listening sessions, and accommodation requests.
• Assist with drafting and implementing HR policies.
• Schedule and organize system board meetings and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support onboarding and HR best practices for managers.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Collaboration

Employment law knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

PHR or SHRM-CP certification

Tools

Workday HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Piedmont Airlines, Inc. is hiring a Human Resources Generalist based in Arlington, VA. In this onsite role, you will support managers with HR best practices, policies, and day-to-day people processes, while helping ensure decisions align with company standards and applicable labor requirements.

You will also contribute to investigations and employee relations efforts, assist with accommodation requests, and support onboarding activities. The position requires strong communication skills, functional employment law knowledge, and the ability to manage deadlines independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate internal complaints
• Coordinate on-site location visits and listening sessions
• Evaluate and process accommodation requests
• Assist with drafting and implementation of HR policies
• Schedule and organize system board meetings
• Ensure compliance with company and labor regulations
• Maintain knowledge of HR trends and best practices
• Support managers with HR best practices, policies, and procedures
• Assist with onboarding

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and set and meet own deadlines
• Ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of management and support staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Functional knowledge of employment laws
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams
• Employment is contingent upon a clear driving record, a 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and a drug screen as required
• Proof of high school or GED completion is required
• Minimum age of 18

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS)

Benefits

• Paid training
• Holiday pay
• 401(k)
• Vacation
• Family travel on the American Airlines network
• Medical and dental available

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
• Current PHR or SHRM-CP certification
• Previous human resources experience
• Knowledge of Communications Workers of America (CWA) contract

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Standard office environment using telephones, computers, and other office equipment
• Up to 40% travel may be required
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds

Compensation & Application Deadline

• Starting rate: $50,000.00 to $55,000.00 per year, based on locale and experience
• Application deadline: November 10, 2026