Serve as the primary HR resource handling employee relations, performance management, DOT/FAA drug and alcohol compliance, benefits administration, recruiting/onboarding, HRIS and payroll coordination, recordkeeping, training support, and light accounting tasks in a regulated aviation environment.
Description
West Air is seeking a self-directed, hands-on HR Generalist to serve as the primary HR resource for the company. This standalone role manages day-to-day HR support, employee relations, compliance, recruiting, benefits administration, HR operations, and accounting/payroll coordination.
You’ll work closely with local leadership and coordinate with Empire Airlines to ensure alignment with broader HR strategy, compliance requirements, and best practices. This position is ideal for someone who can operate independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated aviation environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the main HR contact for employees and leadership
- Support employee relations, performance management, and policy guidance
- Administer DOT/FAA drug and alcohol program requirements
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and recordkeeping standards
- Manage benefits administration, open enrollment, and invoice review
- Lead recruiting, hiring coordination, and onboarding
- Maintain HR systems, personnel changes, and reporting
- Support training, employee development, and workplace culture initiatives
- Payroll processing, personnel changes, and timekeeping accuracy
- Perform light accounting tasks such as invoice coding, reconciliation.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of progressive HR experience
- Strong knowledge of HR practices and employment law
- Ability to work independently and handle sensitive matters with discretion
- Experience in aviation, transportation, or other regulated industries preferred
- FAA/DOT drug and alcohol program experience preferred
- HR experience and HRIS/payroll system knowledge are a plus
- Basic accounting or payroll experience preferred
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation Range: $22.50 to $27.40 per hour DOE.
Benefits: Healthcare coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, and additional employee benefits.
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