People Director

Job Description

Job Description

Join the High-Flying Team at ALOFT AeroArchitects!

Ready to elevate your career? At ALOFT AeroArchitects, we seek talented professionals in airplane maintenance, modification, and completion. We craft exceptional client experiences by pushing the boundaries of luxury, performance, and safety.

Join our crew!  If you're looking for a career where you can make a real impact and work on cutting-edge and luxury aircraft, look no further. Join us at ALOFT AeroArchitects and let's take aviation to new heights!

SUMMARY

The People Director leads the HR department and oversees environmental, safety and facility maintenance operations. This role ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, drives talent strategy execution, develops policies and procedures, manages compensation and benefits, fosters employee relations, and ensures the safe and efficient operation of company facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Maintain the organizational structure by creating / updating organizational charts and employee job descriptions.
• Promote a strong safety culture and full compliance with applicable local, state, and federal government agencies.
• Develop, update, implement and enforce company-wide policies and procedures.
• Oversee People Group leaders and team members to ensure efficient daily workflows and train department personnel.
• Plan and execute HR functions strategically, such as compensation and benefits, performance management, training and development, occupational safety, employee communications, employee experience and employee relations. 
• Negotiate benefits suite annually to ensure best pricing and employee value.
• Oversee the talent and performance management system to grow talent within the organization, maximize employee retention, identify and align organizational and individual goals, and clearly communicate the expected performance standards to departmental managers and employees. Conduct research, analyze organizational trends and execute best practices for hiring, talent management and retention 
• Manage HR information systems (HRIS) for personnel data and reporting
• Lead recruitment efforts to ensure the organization is effectively and efficiently sourcing and selecting top talent.
• Hire and onboard new employees and negotiate employment agreements
• Develop and implement talent management strategies to ensure effective staffing alignment with the needs of the business. Create systems to attract talent, identify critical talent needs, develop core competencies and corresponding development opportunities and engage leadership in succession planning
• Manage and collaborate with outside contracting and placement agencies for temporary or direct placement staffing; evaluate cost / benefit; negotiate favorable rates and terms.
• Oversee onboarding, orientation and employee training programs.
• Administer disciplinary actions and execute termination procedures when necessary.
• Manage compensation, benefits and leave programs, monitoring industry trends and ensuring competitive benchmarking 
• Prepare and administer departmental budget(s); documenting expenditures; maintaining budget compliance; and ensuring cost control and efficiency
• Oversee employee recognition and rewards programs
• Investigate and resolve employee concerns, ensuring fair and consistent disciplinary actions
• Oversee FAA mandated and Company drug and alcohol screening programs.
• Ensure the company remains in compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Create and maintain people group health metrics, including recruitment, staffing, safety and compliance data. 
• Maintain strict confidentiality of information, particularly organizational, personnel and financial information.
• Administer the Employee Emergency Assistance Program.
• Maintain professional knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; participating in professional societies.
• Complete initial / recurrent training requirements in a timely manner.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Strategically lead the People Group to continuously progress the principles and practices in line with corporate vision, mission, strategy, and values in keeping a forward-looking view. 
• Provide motivation, training, coaching and general guidance and supervision to team members.
• Oversee workload distribution, work quality and compliance with company policies and procedures
• Be accountable for the activities, workflow, work schedules, attendance, and compliance with safety, standards and policies for all assigned staff.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

The individual employed in this position is expected to dress appropriately (determined by area in which their work is performed), report to work on time, have excellent work habits, and have a cooperative and positive attitude in the work setting; exhibits respect and professionalism when interacting with customers, and all employees; must adhere to company policies, procedures and safety standards. 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred; high school diploma required
• 10+ years work related experience, including previous supervisory experience.
• Previous experience using automated Human Resources Information Systems required; ADP Workforce Now experience a plus
• Experience in an FAA endorsed aviation maintenance or manufacturing environment for transport category aircraft a plus. 
• Ability to identify, influence and collaborate with key stakeholders to achieve desired organizational outcomes.
• Effective computer skills; Microsoft Office software and other company and discipline specific software applications.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills, including proficiency in developing and delivering presentations.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours, when needed.

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

• Read, write and understand the English language. 
• Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret procedural manuals, policies, and regulatory guidance.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

• SPHR certification preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met 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. Standard safety precautions are required in all areas where hazardous conditions exist. 

TRAVEL

• Occasional travel may be required; the employee filling this position must be willing to travel on short notice and possibly for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The following work environment and characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

• Standard office environments. 
• Exposure to noise, smells, dust and fumes typically associated in an aviation environment.
• Close proximity to several industrial hazards including electrical, mechanical and chemical.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All employees have a responsibility to cooperate in promoting and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and to encourage the health and safety of all other team members. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. The job description does not constitute an employment contract and is subject to change as needed.