Human Resources Generalist (USI6) (1685)

VSE Aviation; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to partner with the business on people-related matters while ensuring compliance and efficiency. You will handle recruiting, policy administration, labor relations, compensation, benefits, HRIS, performance management, and development initiatives.

The role requires strong HR generalist experience, cross-functional coordination, and the ability to manage high-volume recruiting and complex HR processes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related discipline.
• 4 years HR experience supporting 150+ employees.
• 2 years recruiting experience, including sourcing, interviewing, offers and onboarding.
• Proficiency with MS Office, HRIS, ATS, and payroll systems.
• Knowledge of ADA, FMLA, FLSA, EEO, OSHA and other employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Advise on HR policies and programs aligning with business goals and ensure compliance.
• Participate in audits, prepare reports, and maintain compliance records.
• Coordinate employee and labor relations policies including onboarding, performance, investigations.
• Lead talent sourcing, approvals, postings, background checks, and onboarding activities.
• Guide conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance investigations.
• Support wage planning, job descriptions, and FA/SLA-related HR processes.

Skills

Recruiting

Policy compliance

Employee relations

HRIS

Onboarding

Audits

Compensation

Benefits

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

HRIS

ATS

Timekeeping/Payroll systems

Job description

Job Location: Independence, KS 67301

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: 1st Shift

Job Category: Non DOT - Safety Sensitive Position

SUMMARY:

The Human Resources Generalist partners with the business to ensure people-related matters are aligned with business goals and objectives while being compliant, effective, and efficient. This role has accountability for recruiting, policy and compliance, employee and labor relations, compensation, benefits, HRIS, performance management, and learning and development.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advising on human resource policies and programs to ensure alignment with business goals and objectives and prevent or mitigate violations of legal guidelines and internal policies and procedures, developing, updating, and communicating human resources policies to employees.
• Participating in various internal and external audits; conducting regular audits and assessments; identifying and implementing of human resources best practices suitable for the business group; maintaining compliance records, conducting research, and preparing reports.
• Implementing and coordinating employee and labor relations policies, procedures, and programs related to new hire onboarding, equal employment opportunity, employee counseling and performance improvement plans, separations, as well as investigations of discrimination, harassment, and other employment violations.
• Performing sourcing and coordination of open job roles, including acquiring appropriate approvals, opening, and posting requisitions, sourcing for talent, assisting in selection of talent, offers, background checks and onboarding activities. This role is responsible for the applicable outreach of veterans, disabled and taking actions applicable to affirmative Action planning. Ensure all E‑Verify and I‑9 requirements are met.
• Advising employees on human resources policies as well as conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievances; investigating and resolving discrimination complaints and problems; auditing internal employee and labor practices to identify corrective action; identifying major trends and underlying employee and labor relations issues.
• Participating in annual goal setting and performance review activities; assisting managers with interpreting wage and salary policies and procedures; developing and updating job descriptions; ensuring proper FLSA designations; preparing wage and salary plans and reports as requested.
• In collaboration with the benefits and payroll staff, investigating, analyzing, and resolving issues or problems related to benefit plan enrollment, payroll contributions, etc.; facilitating benefits overview discussions for new hires and annual open enrollment meetings as needed.
• Creating and maintaining employee documentation, correspondence, and records; establishing and communicating procedures required to standardize and record employment actions, mass events, etc. in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner; running routine and ad hoc queries and reports; developing various metrics and analytics.
• Manages a full requisition load while balancing broad HR generalist responsibilities, serving as a true dual-function resource for both talent acquisition and day‑to‑day HR support.
• Leads end‑to‑end recruitment from job posting through job offer, ensuring a seamless candidate experience without sacrificing responsiveness to employee relations, compliance, and HR operations.
• Drives community outreach and talent pipeline development through university partnerships, local schools, and state agencies, while remaining a consistent HR presence for the business.
• Partners with hiring managers on TA strategy and workforce planning while supporting core generalist functions including performance management, policy administration, and HRIS management.
• Other duties as assigned.

QualificationsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related discipline. Experience in lieu of education is acceptable.
• Four (4) years’ human resources experience supporting over 150 employees and multiple functional areas.
• 2 years’ recruiting experience, including sourcing, interviewing, selection, making offers and on‑board new employees.
• Proficiency using various software, applications, and programs including 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 human resources best practices.
• Thorough understanding of employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to ADA, FMLA, FSLA, EEO, and OSHA.
• Superb attention‑to‑detail as well as organizational and time management skills.
• Adept at conducting research and problem‑solving; ability to analyze and evaluate problems and apply human resources best practices.
• Demonstrated communication and customer service skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with employees at various levels within the organization.
• Ability to manage a high volume of assignments with varying complexity and competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment with integrity and professionalism.
• Ability quickly and easily adapts to changing organizational and departmental needs.
• Must be resourceful, use sound judgement, and understand when to elevate issues due to risk or complexity.
• High sensitivity for protocol and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

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

OTHER:

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

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