HR Generalist

Summary
At West Star Aviation, we thrive when our people thrive. We are currently looking for an HR Coordinator 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.

Objectives of this Role

• With a primary responsibility of supporting the employees at the East Alton, IL and Cahokia, IL locations this role will be responsible for general HR support including but not limited to duties listed under Daily and Monthly Responsibilities
• Maintain internal processes that support employees by coordinating internal and external resources to expedite workflow

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
• Complete weekly reporting and updates in the system for accurate status on employee headcount and current hiring plan needs vs future hires tracking
• 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