Human Resources Generalist

VSE AVIATION INC (US); Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation Inc (US) is seeking an Human Resources Generalist to partner with the business to align people practices with goals while staying compliant and effective. You will advise on HR policies, develop and communicate policies, and support audits, wage and salary guidelines, and affirmative action planning.

The role demands strong relational skills and meticulous attention to employment laws and privacy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related discipline (experience in lieu of education accepted)
• 4 years of HR experience supporting over 150 employees across multiple functional areas
• 2 years recruiting experience including sourcing, interviewing, selection, offers, and onboarding
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS, benefit enrollment systems, applicant tracking systems, and timekeeping/payroll platforms
• Knowledge of federal, state, local, and federal contractor employment laws and compliance programs
• Experience researching and implementing HR best practices
• Thorough understanding of employment laws and regulations including ADA, FMLA, FSLA, EEO, and OSHA
• Strong attention to detail; organizational and time management skills
• Ability to research, solve problems, analyze issues, and apply HR best practices
• Demonstrated communication and customer service skills; ability to build effective working relationships across organizational levels

Responsibilities

• Advise on HR policies and programs to support objectives and reduce risk
• Develop, update, and communicate HR policies to employees
• Support internal and external audits through regular audits and assessments
• Identify and implement HR best practices for the business group
• Maintain compliance records; conduct research; prepare reports
• Coordinate employee and labor relations programs for onboarding, EEO, counseling, performance improvement, separations and investigations
• Investigate discrimination, harassment, and other employment violations
• Manage sourcing and coordination for open roles: postings, sourcing, offers, onboarding
• Support outreach for veterans and disabled individuals; assist Affirmative Action planning
• Ensure E-Verify and I-9 compliance
• Advise employees on policies; support conflict resolution and disciplinary actions
• Record employment actions and run reports; develop metrics and analytics

Skills

HR policies

Audit support

Employee relations

Compliance

HR analytics

Communication

Time management

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Applicant Tracking System

Timekeeping/Payroll systems

E-Verify

I-9

Job description

The Human Resources Generalist partners with the business to support people practices that align with business goals while staying compliant and effective.

Responsibilities

• Advise on HR policies and programs to support business objectives and reduce risk related to legal guidelines, internal policies, and procedures
• Develop, update, and communicate HR policies to employees
• Support internal and external audits through regular audits and assessments
• Identify and implement HR best practices suitable for the business group
• Maintain compliance records; conduct research; prepare reports
• Implement and coordinate employee and labor relations programs for onboarding, equal employment opportunity, counseling, performance improvement plans, separations, and related investigations
• Investigate discrimination, harassment, and other employment violations
• Manage sourcing and coordination for open roles, including approvals, requisitions, posting, talent sourcing, selection support, offers, background checks, and onboarding activities
• Support applicable outreach for veterans and disabled individuals and take actions related to Affirmative Action planning
• Ensure E-Verify and I-9 requirements are met
• Advise employees on HR policies; support conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievances
• Investigate and resolve discrimination complaints; audit internal employment and labor practices to identify corrective actions
• Identify major trends and underlying employee and labor relations issues
• Participate in annual goal setting and performance review activities
• Assist managers with interpreting wage and salary policies and procedures
• Develop and update job descriptions; ensure correct FLSA designations
• Prepare wage and salary plans and reports as requested
• Partner with benefits and payroll staff to investigate and resolve issues related to benefit enrollment and payroll contributions
• Facilitate benefits overview discussions for new hires and support annual open enrollment meetings as needed
• Create and maintain employee documentation, correspondence, and records
• Standardize and record employment actions (including mass events) in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner
• Run routine and ad hoc queries and reports; develop metrics and analytics
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related discipline (experience in lieu of education accepted)
• 4 years of HR experience supporting over 150 employees across multiple functional areas
• 2 years recruiting experience including sourcing, interviewing, selection, making offers, and onboarding
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS, benefit enrollment systems, applicant tracking systems, and timekeeping/payroll platforms
• Knowledge of federal, state, local, and federal contractor employment laws and compliance programs
• Experience researching and implementing HR best practices
• Thorough understanding of employment laws and regulations including ADA, FMLA, FSLA, EEO, and OSHA
• Strong attention to detail; organizational and time management skills
• Ability to research, solve problems, analyze issues, and apply HR best practices
• Demonstrated communication and customer service skills; ability to build effective working relationships across organizational levels
• Capacity to manage high volumes of assignments with varying complexity and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with integrity and professionalism
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing organizational and departmental needs
• Resourceful approach, sound judgment, and ability to elevate issues based on risk or complexity
• High sensitivity to protocol and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Technologies

• Microsoft Office Suite
• HRIS
• Benefit enrollment systems
• Applicant tracking systems
• Timekeeping/payroll platforms
• E-Verify
• I-9

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree in human resources, business, or related discipline
• 8-10 years HR experience supporting over 300 employees
• 5+ years recruitment experience
• Experience supporting HR across multiple states
• Experience with Ceridian Dayforce
• HRCI or SHRM certification

Other

• Selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing
• Requires up to 5% travel