Senior Human Resources (HR) Generalist - On-site (not remote)

About Us: Welcome aboard the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority team, where our work environment resembles a well-oiled aviation crew. As operators of the Raleigh-Durham International Airport, we connect central and eastern North Carolina to people and places that matter the most, serving 14.5 million passengers in 2023 and supporting over 85,000 local and regional jobs with a $17 billion annual economic impact. Here, accountability and collaboration are our navigational beacons, guiding us through every task with precision and teamwork. Picture yourself as a vital member of our crew, each role crucial to ensuring smooth operations and safe passage for all. Like a pre-flight checklist, we take workplace safety seriously, conducting thorough pre-hire drug, background, and fingerprint checks to ensure a secure environment for every team member. Whether you're stationed indoors, orchestrating behind the scenes, or outdoors, feeling the rush of the runway, you'll find a supportive atmosphere where your contributions make a real difference. We are committed to delivering excellent airport services, state-of-the-art facilities, and unparalleled customer service, earning a Top Five ranking in passenger satisfaction among large North American Airports in a 2023 J.D. Power survey. At RDU, we believe in investing in our people with a comprehensive benefits package for full-time positions, including professional growth and development opportunities. Join us in this high-flying adventure where accountability, collaboration, and safety are the wings that propel us toward successwatch your career soar with RDU About You: You embody core values that will play a pivotal role in connecting our community to places and the people who matter most. Your commitment to continuous learning will drive innovation and growth, while your unwavering integrity ensures that our brand remains trustworthy and reputable. Your respect for colleagues and clients alike fosters a collaborative and positive environment. Your dedication to excellence in every task you undertake will elevate our brands standards. Lastly, your team spirit will unite our efforts and amplify our collective success. About the Role: Ready to soar in your HR career? We're looking for a dynamic Senior Human Resources Generalist to join our crew and help keep our department flying smoothly. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, youll be the in the cockpit responsible for a variety of HR functions that ensure our daily operations take off without a hitch. Your responsibilities will range from onboarding new talent and navigating employee relations, to charting course with HRIS, benefits, compliance, and performance management. You'll also help guide our team with training and development, maintain accurate records, and provide insights through key HR metrics. If youre ready to help us reach new heights, this role is your runway to success Compensation: Maximum Based on experience Minimum - $68,878.49 What Youll Do: Manages employee Leaves of Absence programs to include FMLA and Military leave. Assists in the interactive process for ADA accommodations under the direction of the Director of Human Resources. Meets with employees and supervisors to address and counsel performance issues, job related conflicts, problem solving, and dispute resolution. Conducts personnel investigations, under the direction of the Director of Human Resources, and delivery of disciplinary actions for employees. Manages and conducts new employee orientation, benefits enrollment and other specialized training as needed for new employees. Conducts compliance and regulatory reporting to government agencies in accordance with applicable deadlines. Administers the performance review process through the HRIS. Provides training and assistance to managers on goal creation and the quarterly feedback process. Interprets, administers, and provides guidance on Authority benefits plans, policies, procedures, and best practices, employment law and regulations to management and employees. A detailed job description will be provided during the recruitment screening process. What You Need: Education: Required: Bachelors degree in human resources, public administration, or related field Experience: Required: 5 years experience in Human Resources or another related field Preferred: 7 years experience in Human Resources or another related field Licenses or Certifications: Required: Professional in Human Resources (PHR or SHRM-CP) or other comparable certification Preferred: Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR or SHRM-SCP) or other comparable certification Typical Work Hours: Monday - Friday Some flexibility is available regarding the work schedule between the hours of 6am - 6pm, possible 4x10 schedule, possible work-from-home Fridays. Work hours outside of traditional schedule may be required occasionally. Final schedule preference will be negotiated with manager during the hiring process. Location: On-site RDU Airport Campus RDU Benefits: At the Authority, we appreciate you and care about your health, happiness, and future. Our benefits start on day one , including medical, dental, vision, tuition assistance, employee discounts, and perks like an on-site gym, a dedicated wellness team, and frequent company and team outings. For a full list of benefit offerings, check out the RDU.com Careers Page Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)