Summary
At West Star Aviation, we thrive when our people thrive. We are currently looking for a Sr. HR Generalist to provide support and value to the HR team. A high level of communication, organization, flexibility, professionalism, and confidentiality is crucial for this position. This is a full time position located in East Alton, Illinois. This is an onsite position Monday – Friday with hours 8:00am – 4:30pm. If the need arises for employee events or other occasions, the position will need to be flexible and available outside of normal working hours. With a primary responsibility of supporting the employees at multiple locations this role will be responsible for general HR support including but not limited to duties listed under Daily and Monthly Responsibilities.

What You’ll Do

• Spearhead a large portion of talent selection and internal mobility opportunities at our East Alton location by collaborating with and supporting Hiring Managers throughout the process (sourcing, recommending candidates, coordinating interview details and participating in interviews)
• In collaboration with the HR Manager, represent West Star Aviation in the community and at various trade schools promoting local and meaningful career opportunities along with local educational programs fostering apprenticeship opportunities while in college
• Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and management alike in support of a best-in-class employee experience – from helping people join and onboard, to understanding their Standout roles and how best to work with others on the team, connections with mentors, helping to resolve conflict constructively and learning about growth opportunities through internal talent mobility
• Through professional interactions with employees and managers, reiterate company policies when necessary while maintaining an open mind and awareness to opportunities where policies could be improved and recommend to the HR Manager
• Support our strong culture through routine and professional interactions with employees, promoting employee engagement surveys while also serving as a team member helping to plan company events and fostering employee recognition through internal systems
• Assist employees with general benefits questions including during open enrollment and life events along with coordination for support for leaves of absence or workers compensation
• Support the HR Manager on various types of employee relations activities, routine employee communication updates / announcements, actioning engagement plans post-roundtable sessions, while also helping to proactively solve retention risks.
• Support HR Manager with site-based organizational planning, including quarterly performance pulses, adhoc talent acquisition planning, compensation and leadership development to ensure site-based Managers understand the site strategy for the employees experience
• Other duties as assigned but not specifically listed herein

Who You Are

• A people-focused, team player known for delivering HR support by aligning with the operations team to achieve company goals
• Brings 5+ years of progressive and professional HR experience supporting 500+ site-based employees in a fast-paced service or manufacturing environment.
• Ideally possesses an HR certification (PHR, SPHR and/or SHRM-CP), with a Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field
• Someone who possesses a strong understanding of state and federal employment laws and understands how to maintain compliance while using it to build culture and the employee experience as well
• Someone who is very technologically savvy – using ADP HR systems, ATS and social media like internal Communicational platforms along with Recruiting on LinkedIn, using project management software like Monday, SmartSheets or Asana along with Microsoft programs like Outlook, excel, word and PowerPoint
• A communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate throughout all levels of the organization.
• A professional with the highest level of personal integrity, maturity, and work ethic.
• A collaborator with the ability to work effectively with all levels of employees and including management.
• A proactive problem-solver who understands HR’s purpose is to make work happen and embodies that spirit through a sense of urgency and takes ownership.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years experience in an HR Generalist role
• Working knowledge of current Human Resources, Payroll and Benefits regulations.