Norfolk Airport Authority · 2 hours ago
Human Resources Generalist
Norfolk, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$72K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expNorfolk Airport Authority is a political subdivision of Virginia focused on operating Norfolk International Airport. The Human Resources Generalist serves as a strategic partner to management and employees, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and driving HR initiatives to enhance employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
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Responsibilities
Supervises the daily recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management activities and oversees the daily schedule, assignments and workflow of personnel in this group
Supervises all full-cycle recruitment and collaborates with department managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings
Supervises onboarding process to ensure smooth integration of new employees and serves as a point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns
Coordinates employee training programs and professional development initiatives
Assists in reviewing, updating and implementing HR policies and procedures
Trains managers and employees on policy changes and compliance requirements
Analyzes HR metrics to identify trends and recommend improvements
Prepares reports for senior leadership on workforce performance and engagement
Ensures accurate employee records in HRIS
Prepares and submits compliance reports, to include but not limited to Affirmative Action Plan spreadsheets and VETS-4212
Handles HRIS employment-related inquiries, requests and concerns from employees. Resolves administrative problems with the carrier representatives
Mentors junior HR team members and provide guidance on complex HR matters
Leads HR projects and initiatives to improve processes and employee experience
Performs other duties as assigned and directed
Adheres to all the Authority’s personnel policies and departmental guidelines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
Five (5) + years of progressive HR experience, including generalist responsibilities
Human Resources certification required
In-depth knowledge of employment laws, compliance requirements, and HR best practices
Ability to align HR initiatives with organizational goals and contribute to workforce planning
Skilled in handling complex employee issues, conflict resolution, and fostering a positive work environment
Proficient in interpreting HR data, identifying trends, and recommending actionable solutions
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
Capable of leading HR projects, managing timelines, and delivering results effectively
Maintains integrity and discretion in all HR matters
Advanced knowledge of HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to support and guide organizational change initiatives
Skilled in mentoring managers and junior HR staff to enhance performance and growth
Ability to obtain and maintain eligibility to hold a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge as may be required by assigned job duties and responsibilities
Company
Norfolk Airport Authority
The Norfolk Airport Authority is the operator of Norfolk International Airport (ORF).
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mark Perryman, Assoc. AIA
President & CEO
Jarred Roenker, CPA
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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