Introduction to American Airlines and Our Mission
Are you ready to embark on a journey of limitless possibilities, both in your career and personal life? Join our American Airlines family, and you'll explore the world, develop your skills, and become the best version of yourself. As you embark on this new adventure, you'll tackle challenges with flexibility and ease, mastering new skills and propelling your career forward while having a great time. Take the leap and enhance both your personal and professional life – we can't wait to welcome you on board!
About the Role and Why You'll Love It
This position is a member of the People Partner Group within the People Division, responsible for contributing to American Airlines' success through consulting, identifying, and delivering individual (Human Resource) services and solutions that will result in improved business capability and performance/individual engagement. As an experienced Human Resources Manager, you will play a vital role in driving business outcomes, fostering a culture of inclusivity and diversity, and developing the skills of our leaders and employees.
You'll love this job because it offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact on the organization, work with a talented team of professionals, and develop your skills in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. You'll be part of a team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and you'll have the chance to make a difference in the lives of our employees and customers.
Key Responsibilities and Expectations
- Builds and leverages relationships at all levels in the organization, informing and assisting others while being seen as a valued, trusted, and reliable colleague
- Acts as a trusted advisor to client leaders, helping them to achieve their business and functional plans
- Collaborates with business leaders to lead and execute all annual people drives for the organization
- Provides strategic guidance to clients to implement solutions for employee relations issues and trends
- Communicates with business and Colleague Experience group regarding disciplinary and termination workflows
- Implements achievement measures to coach leaders to be proactive in employee relations and avoid conservative situations
- Identifies and capitalizes on opportunities to drive and lead change
- Fosters a culture that is diverse and inclusive, aligned with the essential objectives of the organization, team building, organizational development, engagement, and accountability
- Works with effective change management initiatives
- Develops and leads team development/team building processes both proactively and, when necessary, to improve team performance
- Proactively attempts to support our leaders with talent drives, leadership development programs, and improving colleague performance engagement
- Presents options to leaders on organizational design, jobs, and responsibilities, employee development, and more
- Identifies and delivers training, both compliance and leadership, to client workgroups
- Identifies business environment needs based on changing regulations, government rules, policies, and procedures and implements solutions
- Creates and mentors employees across specialty units and within individual Office
Essential Qualifications and Requirements
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
- A Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience/training
- At least 4 years of HR experience
- 3 years of experience in managing employee relations
- 2 years of staff management/executive experience or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications and Requirements
While not essential, the following qualifications and requirements are preferred:
- Familiarity with state and federal employment laws, including but not limited to; FMLA, ADA, FLSA, NLRB, Title VII, and more
- Experience in providing guidance and advice to executive leaders
- PHR/SPHR certification
Skills, Licenses, and Certifications
To excel in this role, you'll need:
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
- Strong drive and sound judgment capabilities/abilities
- Skills in problem-solving and navigation
- Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations in a professional and dignified manner
- Ability to work independently and be highly self-motivated
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and produce results
What You'll Get in Return
At American Airlines, we're committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
- Travel perks: Explore the world with your family and friends, with access to 365 destinations on over 6,800 daily flights across our global network
- Health benefits: Enjoy access to medical, dental, prescription, and vision benefits from day one, as well as digital doctor visits, flexible spending accounts, and more
- Wellness programs: Take advantage of our wellness programs, designed to help you be the best version of yourself, with tools, resources, and support to maintain your physical and mental health
- 401(k) program: Eligible for company contributions after 365 days, with a competitive match to help you save for your future
- Additional benefits: Enjoy a range of other benefits, including our employee assistance program, pet insurance, and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises, and more
Our Culture and Values
At American Airlines, we're proud of our diverse and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on equity and belonging. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to creating a work environment that is welcoming, supportive, and empowering. Our 20+ employee business resource groups are dedicated to connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities, and shareholders, helping employees reach their full potential and creating an inclusive workplace that meets and exceeds the needs of our diverse world.
We Encourage You to Apply!
Even if you don't feel like you're a perfect match, we'd still love to hear from you. We're looking for great people to join our friendly team, and we're committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, diverse, and empowering. So why not take the leap and apply today? We can't wait to welcome you to the American Airlines family!
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