Human Resources Generalist (Flexible Hours)

The Human Resources Specialist supports the day-to-day execution of AIA's human resources and people operations functions, ensuring effective execution of HR programs, processes, and initiatives. In this role, you will manage the talent acquisition process, manage the annual internship program and handle various administrative tasks within the human resources department. The Human Resources Specialist brings a customer service focus to creating a positive experience for all employees. The ideal candidate is an organized, discreet, collegial, and solutions-oriented HR professional who demonstrates sound judgment and a strong commitment to service. The incumbent will work closely with the Vice President, Human Resources & People Operations to support departmental priorities and initiatives. The Human Resources Specialist must be able to effectively manage multiple priorities, shift between immediate and longer-term assignments, maintain accurate and well-organized records, and consistently meet changing deadlines. The Specialist also serves as a backup resource for designated payroll and benefits administration activities, ensuring continuity of these functions as needed. This position reports to the Vice President, Human Resources & People Operations. Talent Acquisition (50%)Coordinate AIA's in-house applicant tracking process, including collecting and reviewing resumes, conducting candidate pre-screens, triaging applicants, maintaining accurate candidate records, and tracking candidates through each stage of the recruitment process. Communicate requests for IT and accounting access, provide office tours for new hires. Coordinate all aspects of the annual internship program including recruitment, maintaining communication with interns and host organizations, arrange external field trips, organize welcome and farewell activities. Maintain accurate and current job descriptions, coordinating updates as needed to support organizational and regulatory requirements. Coordinate Administrative Functions of the Human Resources Department (50%)Support the ongoing review and maintenance of the Employee Handbook to ensure policies and procedures remain current and aligned with applicable federal, state, and local requirements. Coordinate the administration of annual employee engagement and pulse surveys, employee referral and recognition programs, including the purchase, tracking, and distribution of gift cards. Research workplace trends and benchmark data related to workforce practices and summarize findings for HR leadership. Maintain HR dashboards and recurring workforce reports, compile HR metrics, validate data accuracy, and prepare information for review by HR leadership. Provide ongoing administrative support for AIA's internal AI-powered HR resource, including maintaining approved HR content and identifying information requiring updates. Provide operational support to the payroll department by serving as a backup for the bi-weekly payroll process. Maintain the HR training calendar and coordinate meetings and training sessions, including agenda preparation, logistics management, and follow‐up on HR action items. Prepare and distribute the monthly HR newsletter highlighting key AIA updates, upcoming events, milestones, achievements, or upcoming initiatives. Participate in special projects, focus groups, and other assignments as needed. Solid understanding of labor legislation, payroll processes, and HRIS systems like Paylocity. Organized, quick learner, attentive to details, ability to independently prioritize, multi-task projects and duties with minimal supervision while ensuring work is completed timely. Native understanding and extensive work within the Microsoft Office environment (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint) is required. Ability to work undertime pressure to meet deadlines and capability to quickly flex to changes in priorities. In addition, be flexible where extra hours are needed without always being asked. Customer centricity is a must. Creative self-starter with strong initiative and natural desire to take ownership to contribute to the broader team. Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism, maturity, and trust is required. Associates degree, in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field a plus Proficient writing skills, including the ability to develop background and talking points quickly and in a concise manner is sought after. Proficient in modern HR and productivity tech stacks, including tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Smartsheet, and ATS platforms. Demonstrates curiosity about emerging HR trends, with a growth mindset and a willingness to innovate, experiment, and continuously learn. To Apply, please send the following documents to jobs@aia-aerospace. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. AIA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, committed to non-discrimination regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity/expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.