Human Resources Generalist - Burlingame, CA

In-person role @ Burlingame Office, Burlingame, CA
Above the wing airline experience is a plus!
Make “The” Difference - HR As It Should Be
Creating efficiency, being impactful, and a growing team that loves their jobs!
Looking for Your “Dream Job”?
If you want to create and work in an environment where people come first and love their jobs, this is the perfect job for you!
At Pacific Aviation, we believe that the root of our success is the teamwork, devotion, quality, and engagement, of our team. The HR Generalist position will be based at our Burlingame Office location, and also assist our SEA HR operations remotely. You will successfully partner with leading the strategy and execution of all our HR efforts for our airline accounts in Seattle and San Francisco.
Check Us Out:
Pacific Aviation (www.pacificaviation.com) provides passenger services to the world’s finest airlines across a dozen airports nationwide.
Join Our Team!
Are you an HR professional who loves helping people, solving problems, building relationships, and creating great employee experiences? Do you believe HR should be approachable, supportive, and fun while still delivering exceptional results?
If so, we'd love to meet with you!
We are seeking an energetic, positive, and knowledgeable Human Resources Generalist with 3 to 5 years of progressive HR experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about supporting employees and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping create a workplace where team members feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Requirements
What You'll Be Doing
Employee Relations & HR Partnership
Serve as the primary HR resource for employees and leaders regarding policies, procedures, and workplace concerns
Build strong, trusted relationships throughout the organization
Provide guidance and coaching to leaders on employee relations, performance management, and corrective action matters
Support conflict resolution efforts and workplace investigations as needed
Help foster a positive, productive, and inclusive work environment
Compliance & HR Operations
Ensure compliance with California employment laws and regulations
Administer leaves of absence and employee accommodations
Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data
Support onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes
Help ensure HR operations run smoothly, efficiently, and compliantly
Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
Assist with recruiting activities including candidate screening, interviewing, job fairs, and offer coordination
Partner with hiring managers to attract top talent
Facilitate engaging onboarding and orientation programs for new hires
Help create a positive first impression for every employee
Employee Engagement & Development
Deliver responsive, professional, and respectful HR support
Support employee engagement, recognition, and morale-building initiatives
Assist with training and development programs
Help cultivate a workplace culture where employees feel connected and appreciated
Required Qualifications
3 to 5 years of Human Resources Generalist experience
Strong working knowledge of:
California Labor Code
Wage and Hour regulations
FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA, and leave administration
Employee relations best practices
Experience supporting leaders and employees in a service-oriented environment
Strong understanding of HR compliance requirements
Experience using HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent HR certification (strongly preferred)
Experience supporting multi-site employee populations
Bilingual language skills
Experience with social media recruiting, posting, and candidate tracking
What Success Looks Like
In this role, you'll be:
✅ A trusted HR partner to employees and leaders
✅ Known for delivering exceptional internal customer service
✅ Ensuring compliant and effective leave administration
✅ Providing practical, business-focused HR solutions
✅ Helping maintain an engaged, productive, and compliant workforce
✅ Contributing to a positive workplace culture where employees can do their best work
Why You'll Love Working Here
We believe great workplaces are built by great people. We value collaboration, positivity, respect, innovation, and a genuine commitment to helping one another succeed. You'll join a team that works hard, supports each other, celebrates wins, and has fun along the way.
If you're ready to bring your HR expertise, positive energy, and passion for people to a growing organization, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us create an exceptional employee experience for every team member.
Benefits
Our Compensation & Benefits:
· Salary range of: $70K to $85K depending on experience plus bonus
· Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with 401(k) with company match
· Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, and holidays
· Professional development opportunities
· Fun and dynamic work environment
If You Like What You See, What Are You Waiting For?
You will be joining an amazing team with great leaders and team members who work hard and have fun while at work. If this all sounds good, and you meet our job requirements, please let us know by applying. If your skills are compatible with our needs, we would love to chat with you.
Celebrating Differences:
At Pacific Aviation we don’t just accept differences, we celebrate them and believe that a diverse team is a strong team. We thrive on our varied backgrounds and perspectives for the benefit of our employees, our services, and our community. All candidates for hire, promotion, and performance are evaluated based on merit alone.
Pacific Aviation is an equal opportunity employer, we will consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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