AAC HR Business Partner

Aloha Air Cargo•Honolulu, HI

20d•$78,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Serves as a strategic HR partner to management and employees, delivering a broad range of human resources support and guidance. The role collaborates with managers on talent acquisition, employee coaching and development, employee relations, compensation administration, learning and development initiatives, and benefits programs, aligning HR practices with organizational goals and business objectives. The position supports leaders and employees with workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, investigations, corrective actions, benefits and leave programs, unemployment claims, engagement initiatives, and HR reporting. It also participates in projects to improve HR service delivery and departmental efficiency. Some travel is required, up to 5%, mainly inter-island between company locations. The work is classified as light physical demand and requires passing a pre-employment drug test.

Requirements

At least 5 years of Human Resources experience, including benefits management, employee/labor relations, training, recruitment, and HR program administration.
Demonstrated ability to influence leaders and manage complex employee relations issues.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships.
High discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information.
Experience with HRIS systems.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.
The work requires lifting heavy boxes weighing 25 pounds, as well as pushing carts loaded with office supplies or printouts weighing 10 to 15 pounds; pulling paper trays and file drawers; and climbing low step ladders, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching to high shelves or cabinets.
Talking is required at least 50% of the day, phone use at least 25%, and reciprocal communication at least 75%. Good vision and hearing are required.
A high degree of language skills is required; college-level skills are desired.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's/College Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Human Resources.
PHR or SHRM-CP certification.
Human Resources experience in aviation, the cargo industry, or a similar regulated environment.
Experience with UKG HRIS.

Responsibilities

Partner with leaders and managers to understand business priorities and develop HR strategies supporting operational goals.
Coach and guide leaders on employee relations, performance management, organizational design, and workforce planning.
Collaborate with hiring managers to develop workforce planning strategies and staffing needs.
Advise on recruitment strategies, candidate evaluation, and compliant interview practices.
Partner with recruiting resources to support timely hiring and an effective candidate experience.
Support onboarding and recruiting processes and lead new employee orientation.
Serve as the primary HR advisor on employee relations, including conflict resolution, performance issues, disciplinary actions, and workplace investigations.
Investigate employee concerns or complaints and ensure appropriate resolution.
Support administration of corrective actions and promote consistency across departments.
Conduct new-hire check-ins and exit interviews, and analyze trends for leadership.
Guide and assist employees and managers regarding benefits eligibility and leave programs, including FMLA, TDI, STD, and LTD.
Support unemployment claims management and represent the organization at hearings when required.
Participate in HR initiatives and projects to improve service delivery and departmental efficiency.
Generate and analyze HR reports to support decision-making and operational planning.
Support employee engagement initiatives and company programs promoting a positive workplace culture.