Human Resources Generalist at Ventura Air Services Inc

Denver, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 May, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

11 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Employee Relations, HR Operations, Payroll Administration, Benefits Administration, Recruiting Support, Onboarding, Policy Implementation, Compliance, Paylocity, Multi-state HR, 401(k) Administration, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, HR Communication, Employee Handbook Management

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

Description Founded in 1955, Ventura Air Services is a privately held boutique charter airline headquartered in Farmingdale, New York. Built on a passion for aviation and a commitment to excellence, Ventura has grown steadily while remaining rooted in strong core values. As demand for our services continues to rise, we are expanding our team to support growth, innovation, and an exceptional employee and client experience. Safety, service, and integrity remain at the heart of everything we do. Position Summary Ventura Air Services is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support a growing, multi-state workforce. This role is ideal for an experienced HR professional who has worked in a small to medium-sized organization during a period of growth and is comfortable owning the full employee lifecycle. The HR Generalist will serve as the primary point of contact for HR-related matters, manage payroll and benefits administration end-to-end, support recruiting and onboarding, and partner with leadership to create, implement, and scale HR policies and programs. While preference is for the role to be hybrid in the Denver area (1–2 days per week in office), strong remote candidates will be considered, particularly those with Paylocity & multi-state experience. Key Responsibilities Employee Relations & HR Operations Serve as the primary internal contact for initial HR-related questions and concerns Manage employee relations issues, including grievances, investigations, and resolution processes Create, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures to support a growing organization Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations Maintain accurate physical and digital employee records, including personnel files, benefits, and attendance documentation Payroll & Benefits Administration Process payroll end-to-end for a multi-state workforce using Paylocity, including audits, reporting, and issue resolution Manage HR and payroll inboxes, responding to employee inquiries in a timely and professional manner Administer employee benefits programs, including annual renewals, enrollments, changes, and ongoing support Oversee 401(k) administration and coordinate with vendors and plan administrators Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Support recruiting efforts, including job postings, candidate screening, and interview coordination Partner with hiring managers to create onboarding plans and ensure a smooth new-hire experience Educate new employees on company policies, procedures, and HR programs Manage offboarding processes, including documentation, benefits transitions, and exit procedures Performance Management & Engagement Partner with managers to develop and implement employee performance evaluation methods Create and manage quarterly HR rhythms, including reviews, engagement initiatives, and compliance activities Design and support employee engagement initiatives for in-office, remote, and traveling employees across multiple locations Manage and creatively allocate an employee engagement budget Communication & Collaboration Prepare and distribute internal HR communications to employees Collaborate with external vendors, consultants, and service providers Write, revise, and maintain the employee handbook and supporting HR documentation Requirements Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or equivalent experience Minimum of 2+ years of HR experience with a PHR certification, or 5+ years of progressive HR Generalist experience Experience in a traditional HR Generalist role within a small to medium-sized, growing organization Strong experience with: End-to-end payroll processing Paylocity Benefits administration and renewals 401(k) administration Multi-state HR and payroll compliance Experience in a highly regulated industry (aviation experience not required) Proven ability to create, implement, and scale HR policies and processes Experience writing and revising employee handbooks Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills Perks & Benefits $65,000-$75,000 base annual salary depending on experience Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with company match

Responsibilities

The HR Generalist will act as the primary contact for HR matters, managing employee relations, processing end-to-end payroll using Paylocity for a multi-state workforce, and administering benefits programs. This role also involves supporting talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and developing/scaling HR policies and engagement initiatives.