**Title:** Human Resources Generalist **Location:** United States-Illinois-Wood Dale **Job Number:** 16865 Under the guidance of the HR Director, the Human Resources Generalist will provide comprehensive Human Resource support to assigned business units in all areas of HR including employee relations, job descriptions, policy development and changes, affirmative action planning, organizational changes, talent acquisition and new program support. **What you will be responsible for:** + Manage and resolve employee relations issues; conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations under the direction of HR leadership. + Work with managers on organizational changes, including equity and promotion changes. + Identify and assist in implementing process improvements. + Handle HRIS entries accurately and according to schedule. + Address employee questions and concerns on all aspects of HR. + Prepare employee separation notices and required documentation. + Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in the HRIS System. + Participate in other cross-functional projects and initiatives, as needed. Qualifications: **What you will need to be successful in this role:** **Basic Qualifications:** + Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university; or eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. + Demonstrated analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Knowledge and experience in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, recruitment, organization development, employee relations, safety, employee engagement, and employee development. + Excellent computer skills. Must include knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft 365 applications. + Skilled in Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS or HRMS). ADP Enterprise or Workday is preferred. + Experience in the administration of benefits and compensation programs and other Human Resources recognition and engagement programs and processes. + Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. + Excellent organizational management skills. **Professional Traits:** + Demonstrates and fosters a sense of urgency, strong commitment, and accountability while making sound decisions and achieving goals. + Function independently while maintaining and promoting an environment of excellence, accountability, teamwork, collaboration, empowerment and shared knowledge and ideas. + Deal effectively with ambiguity, change, and adapt appropriately to a range of situations. + Establishes and cultivates relationships with teams, peers, and the business as well as externally. + Be of unquestionable integrity, ethical, and moral character. **The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:** + Competitive salary and bonus package + Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage. + 401(k) retirement plan with company match + Generous paid time off program + Professional development and career advancement opportunities **Physical Demands/Work Environment:** The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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. + While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility. + The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting. + Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment. AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources. **Compensation:** The anticipated salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. [In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus.] AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. \#LI-MA1 We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.