HR Compliance Specialist

About FlightSafety International FlightSafety International is the world's premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world's largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom. Purpose of Position The HR Compliance Specialist is responsible for supporting and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, company policies, and applicable aviation-industry requirements. This position serves as a subject-matter resource to Human Resources, Payroll, HR Business Partners, and business leaders on employment compliance matters. The Specialist researches regulatory requirements, evaluates their impact on the organization, develops and maintains compliance processes, conducts audits and assessments, and supports the implementation of policies, procedures, and systems designed to mitigate compliance risk. The ideal candidate has knowledge of employment regulations, excellent analytical and research skills, and the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical guidance for HR and business stakeholders in a highly regulated aviation environment. Tasks and Responsibilities Monitor federal, state, and local employment regulations. Maintain compliance trackers. Research regulatory changes. Perform routine compliance audits. Prepare compliance reports. Update documentation and procedures. Support wage/hour and minimum wage compliance. Assist with internal and external audits. Partner with HR, Payroll, HRIS, and Legal on compliance activities. Implement changes after a regulatory decision has been made. Minimum Education Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Labor Relations, Legal Studies, or a related field. Minimum Experience 2+ years of progressive HR, HR compliance, compensation, payroll, or related experience preferred. Experience working in the aviation, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, transportation, or another highly regulated industry. Experience supporting organizations with employees across multiple states or jurisdictions. Experience with HRIS implementation, testing, or configuration. Experience supporting regulatory, customer, or internal audits. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations. Experience researching and interpreting employment regulations. Experience conducting audits, compliance reviews, or risk assessments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and HR systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and regulatory deadlines. Strong attention to detail and documentation skills. Ability to handle confidential employee and company information appropriately. Experience with employment regulations and compliance in an operation that includes labor governed by a collective bargaining agreement is a plus. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and/or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant's ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a "U.S. Person" under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A "U.S. Person" includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law. This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment. Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address. FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers. #J-18808-Ljbffr FlightSafety International