Human Resources Specialist

Our HR Specialist plays a key role in supporting the People & Culture team at Tampa International Airport. This position is responsible for a wide range of HR functions for our Retail Operations, from recruitment and onboarding to compensation, benefits and employee relations, all while ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies. This is a Junior HR position ideal for someone eager to build on their current HR experience and gain valuable, hands‑on exposure with a great company in the airport environment. This is an hourly position: $22 - $24 p/h + Bonus Responsibilities Serve as an onsite HR representative, supporting operations, management, and hourly team members. Provide essential administrative and operational support to the People & Culture department. Assist in the implementation of corporate and local People & Culture initiatives. Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, applicant screening, interview coordination, and onboarding logistics. Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws, collective bargaining agreements, and internal policies. Coordinate and support confidential investigations and employee relations matters. Identify and address HR-related issues, maintaining confidentiality and escalating when appropriate. Partner with operations to ensure compliance with airport policies and expectations. Respond to team member inquiries regarding compensation, scheduling, policies, and general concerns. Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems; perform administrative tasks including data entry, reporting, and document retention. Facilitate new hire orientation to ensure a positive and compliant onboarding experience. Qualifications 2–4 years of administrative experience, ideally in HR. 1+ year of hospitality, food & beverage, or retail experience preferred. Combined education and experience must exceed 2 years. Coursework toward HR certification or demonstrated knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and best practices required. Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills. High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities. Able to interpret and simplify policies and legal documents for team understanding. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Comfortable using HRIS and business systems; quick to learn new technology. Location Requires on-site attendance at Tampa International Airport five days per week: this is NOT a remote position. #J-18808-Ljbffr