Company: Eastern Air Holdings

Title: HR Coordinator

FSLA: Exempt

PT / FT: Full-Time

Reports to: Director of People Services

Location: Headquarters, Kansas City, MO

Overview

At Eastern Airlines curiosity and excitement for growth go a long way. In fact, Eastern Airlines was launched by seekers, adventurers, and above all fliers. Our open-hearted attitude, respect for the people we fly, and attention to detail are what sets us apart from our competitors. Natural curiosity and hunger for wonder are behaviors that make our employees successful. This summary provides a listing of the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are critical components of the position of Human Resources Coordinator.

General

This is a full-time position reporting directly to the Director of People Services with interactions across all company employees, candidates, and visitors. The ideal candidate must be able to represent the company professionally, embodying its values and culture while collaborating with all levels of staff in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the administration of company health benefit plans, acting as the primary contact for benefits-related inquiries, new hire orientation, open enrollment, and benefit billing.
• Manage all aspects of leave administration, including FMLA, LOA, STD/LTD, and Workers’ Comp. review. Respond to leave requests to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits and leave, track leave requests to ensure compliance with applicable laws, and communicate status updates to management.
• Stay informed about state and federal leave laws to ensure company policies remain compliant.
• Assist the recruitment process, including posting job openings, reviewing resumes, interviewing candidates, and selecting qualified individuals for various roles.
• Assist with the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring they understand the company policies, benefits, and operational procedures.
• Assist with document collection and file management for new hires and existing employees.
• Assist with HR software systems for tracking employee data and performance.
• Use technology to improve HR functions.
• Assist with maintaining the company’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Program in compliance with FAA, DOT, and other relevant aviation industry regulations.
• General HR duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

• Eligible to work in the United States.
• A minimum of two years of experience and/or education in Human Resources or a related field is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Capable of handling confidential information with discretion.

• Proficient in typing with a minimum speed of 60 words per minute (WPM) with a high level of accuracy, ensuring efficient data entry, document preparation, and communication.
• Proven ability to assist with the recruitment process.
• Experience in assisting with the onboarding process for new hires.
• Proficiency in assisting with the collection, organization, and management of employee files and documentation.
• Knowledge and experience working with HR software systems.
• Familiarity with using technology to streamline and improve HR functions.

• Must be available to work in the office Monday through Friday, with occasional flexibility to work outside normal business hours as needed.

Eastern Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.