Alaska West Express, Inc. is looking for an energetic, organized, detail-orientated Human Resources Generalist. If you enjoy working with people, can multi-task, problem solve and communicate effectively then this position is for you! The successful candidate will assist the human resources department by providing a wide range of HR duties, including but not limited to recruiting, employee relations, compliance and other general HR functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of HR practices and legal requirements, excellent interpersonal skills, and a desire to support both employees and management in a dynamic work environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but not limited to the following:

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from posting job openings to participating in interviews, making job offers and conducting new hire orientation.
• Create and maintain employee personnel records and driver qualification files.
• Provide customer service to employees by answering questions.
• Use human resources software applications.
• Work under limited supervision and make decisions based upon established policies and/or procedures.
• Utilize company ATS, background check and on-boarding systems.
• Schedule appointments for pre-employment physicals and drug screens.
• Support the management of the employee life cycle.
• Participate in the exit interview process.
• Maintain broad knowledge of current federal and state wage and hour laws.
• Coordinate and execute office events, including charitable events, health and wellness events, employee training programs, employee engagement events and screenings, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and physical demands in the work environment.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

One to three years previous human resources experience and/or training. SHRM-CP or PHR preferred. Basic knowledge of Alaska and Washington employment regulations required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to apply common sense understanding to fulfill job duties with limited or detailed written or oral instructions.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to meet a regular work schedule.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work to meet schedules/deadlines.
• Regular attendance and timeliness are essential functions of this position.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Must be flexible and adaptive to constant changes and be able to work in a high stress environment.
• Strong time management, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• PC skills required: Windows, Excel, Outlook, keyboarding proficiency.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use a computer, phone and video conferencing. Able to talk and listen. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level in the work environment is moderate in the office to very loud in the operation.

COMMENTS:

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.