DEN Human Resources Associate
About The Position
Covenant Aviation Security (CAS) is seeking a Human Resources Associate to support human resources and administrative operations at Denver International Airport (DEN). Reporting to the HR Manager, the position provides paraprofessional and technical support across recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, training administration, payroll support, recordkeeping, compliance, and workforce support. The role helps ensure efficient administration of personnel processes and a positive employee experience while maintaining compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and airport requirements. The position is primarily based in a professional office environment at Denver International Airport, with regular interaction with employees, applicants, operational leadership, airport personnel, and external vendors. Occasional work may take place in airport operational areas, training facilities, employee screening checkpoints, and other secured locations. The role may occasionally require work outside normal business hours to support recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, training, or operational needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; five years of experience in a human resources, administrative, or security administrative support role may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
- At least two years of experience in human resources, recruiting, employee relations, payroll, benefits administration, or a related administrative function.
- Experience maintaining confidential employee information and records.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
- Valid driver's license or state-issued identification.
- Ability to obtain and maintain all required airport credentials and access privileges.
- Ability to successfully pass all required background checks and pre-employment screening requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience supporting human resources functions in an airport, aviation, security, transportation, or government-contracted environment.
- Knowledge of employment law, employee relations, payroll administration, and HR compliance practices.
- Human Resources certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or equivalent.
- Experience with HRIS, payroll, applicant tracking systems, or workforce management platforms.
Responsibilities
- Assist the HR Manager in all phases of personnel support for the DEN operation.
- Support recruiting activities, including candidate communications, interview coordination, onboarding, and new hire processing.
- Assist with employee relations matters and workplace investigations as directed by the HR Manager.
- Maintain personnel files, training records, compliance documentation, and other employment-related records.
- Coordinate employee badging, licensing, and credentialing requirements to ensure workforce compliance.
- Assist with benefits administration, employee communications, and HR-related inquiries.
- Support payroll processing and billing activities to ensure accuracy and timely submission.
- Coordinate the procurement and distribution of uniforms, supplies, and operational materials.
- Assist with training administration, scheduling, tracking, and recordkeeping.
- Prepare reports, correspondence, presentations, and other administrative documents as needed.
- Partner with operational leadership to support workforce needs and maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Provide general administrative support to the DEN management team.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, effective the first day of the month following sixty days of continuous employment.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- Company-paid transportation benefit, with choice of RTD EcoPass or airport parking permit.
- Company-furnished uniforms where applicable.
- Paid training and professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
