Associate Human Resources Business Partner

About Us

Endeavor Air is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines. Flying as Delta Connection, Endeavor operates 141 regional jets on 750 daily flights to 122 destinations in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean.

Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn., Endeavor has hub operations in Atlanta, Cincinnati, Detroit, Minneapolis, New York, and Raleigh-Durham, and 11 maintenance bases across our network.

Our Culture

We know that our people are our greatest assets, and we are committed to building a culture where employees love coming to work each day. At Endeavor Air, we foster a diverse, culturally-rich and safe workplace where employees are treated with dignity and respect. With a culture built on safety, excellence, and teamwork, Endeavor offers limitless potential for aviation professionals looking to start or continue their careers.

Our team promotes an inclusive environment in all aspects of the airline and our operation. As an EEO employer, we provide opportunities for all qualified candidates without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran, or disabled status.

Overview

The Associate Human Resources Business Partner (Associate HRBP) supports people strategies and day-to-day HR functions. Under the guidance of experienced HR leaders, this role assists with employee and labor relations, talent processes, workforce reporting, leader support, and organizational initiatives. The Associate HRBP builds business knowledge and HR capability while helping deliver consistent, timely, employee-centered support.


This position reports to the Director, Business Partnership and Workforce Support.


Success in this role is demonstrated by reliable HR support, sound judgment, strong follow-through, continuous learning, and the ability to build trusted relationships while contributing to positive employee and business outcomes.

• Trusted Partner: Builds credibility by providing responsive, accurate, and professional HR support.

• Business Acumen: Develops knowledge of assigned operations and connects HR work to business priorities.

• Sound Judgment: Recognizes risk, protects confidentiality, and escalates complex matters appropriately.

• Leader Support: Helps leaders navigate routine people processes and strengthens consistency in day-to-day management practices.

• Consistency and Fairness: Supports equitable application of policies, programs, and workplace practices.

• Data and Follow-Through: Produces accurate information, tracks commitments, and translates basic insights into practical action.

• Operational Excellence: Manages priorities, documentation, and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support HR Business Partners and leaders in aligning people practices with business priorities, workforce needs, and organizational objectives through assistance with day-to-day administrative needs, follow-up items, meeting preparation and employee documentation

• Respond to routine leader and employee HR questions related to policies

• Build effective working relationships with leaders and employees and provide timely guidance on routine HR questions, policies, programs, and processes

• Assist with employee engagement, culture, and organizational health initiatives, including action planning, follow-through, and base or operational visibility

• Provide guidance on routine performance management, attendance, accommodation and leave of absence matters, escalating complex corrective action, discipline, and termination matters as appropriate.

• Assist with intake and tracking of employee concerns ensuring matters are documented and routed appropriately.

• Coordinate unemployment claims, requests for information, employment verifications, and other routine HR processes

• Support labor relations activities, including grievance tracking, case documentation, meeting preparation, and collective bargaining agreement administration

• Maintain accurate case records, reports, unemployment claims, and HR documentation while protecting confidentiality and ensuring timely follow-up

• Support talent review and succession planning by preparing materials and tracking actions

• Assist leaders and employees with career development, internal mobility, and available growth resources

• Compile and analyze workforce and people data to identify trends, prepare reports, and support business decisions

• Support organizational change and workforce planning activities through project coordination, communications, documentation, and data analysis

• Assist with compliance programs, audits, reporting, and regulatory requirements

Other Duties

As Assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Competencies Required

• Ethics and Values - Supports positive change and diversity that will support healthy organizational growth. Serves as a champion for projects and programs that are beneficial to the company.

• Knows our Business - Is informed and knowledgeable about trends in the field. Is willing to use own knowledge to constructively challenge institutional practices and systems that might be improved to increase organizational results.

• Building Trust - Treats all team members in a respectful, courteous, and professional manner, and values the input of all. Recognizes when analysis is sufficient to proceed with making a good decision.

• Drives For Results - Puts safety first, always. Develops clear workable plans with timelines, goals, and ways to measure results. Fosters engagement across different teams.

• Know your Team - Works inclusively with others on the team and across the organization to reach common goals. Is approachable and friendly. Is skilled at valuing differences; recognizing others; and listening for understanding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience

• 1-3 years of Human Resources, Employee Relations, HR operations, or related experience; relevant internship or rotational experience may be considered

• Strong organization and administrative skills are required

• Experience supporting leaders or employees in a fast-paced, operational environment preferred

• Exposure to unionized environments and collective bargaining agreements preferred

• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR practices

• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and demonstrate sound judgment regarding when to escalate

• Strong communication, organization, analytical, customer service, and problem-solving skills

• HR certification or progress toward a professional certification preferred

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Ability to travel up to 5-10%. Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed. Typical office environment with extended computer use.


What We Offer

Providing world-class service to our customers starts with providing world-class benefits to our employees. Endeavor Air employees receive a competitive total compensation package which includes a variety of benefits to choose from and some of the best perks around.

• Free or reduced-rate travel privileges on Delta Air Lines and 80+ air carriers worldwide for employees and eligible family members
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(k) with Company Match starting on Day 1
• Operational Performance Rewards (OPR) Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and voluntary supplementary benefit options

FLSA Status

Salary

Minimum Position Pay Range

USD $67,500.00/Yr.

Maximum Position Pay Range

USD $80,400.00/Yr.

New York City 30% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) Eligible

No