Human Resources Partner

Embry-Riddle: Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership in Aviation and Aerospace 

As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial, we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ — and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations — Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. 

For a century, we have led innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight, exploration, and discovery. 

As we launch our next century, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible. 

The Opportunity 

Our growing campus in Prescott, AZ, approximately 100 miles North of Phoenix, is seeking a resourceful, results-oriented individual to support the HR function for just over 700 employees campus-wide. The Human Resources Partner plays a critical and strategic role within the Prescott HR team, serving as the campus’ lead liaison in all things related to employee support. This position is responsible for executing innovative, results-driven strategies to retain and develop top-tier faculty and staff across a wide range of disciplines and functional areas at the Prescott campus. In close collaboration with 30 University wide HR staff, including the Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Executive Director, Director of Recruiting and Compensation, Manager of Learning and Engagement, as well as academic leaders and department heads, the HR Partner helps ensure alignment between HR strategies and institutional goals, with a strong emphasis on continuous improvement.

The Prescott HR Partner is instrumental in shaping the employee experience at Prescott, beginning with hosting first-day benefits sessions, participating in new employee orientation, 15-day check-ins, and new hire luncheons. The HR Partner leads campus-specific engagement initiatives in coordination with the Engagement team, focusing on fostering a positive, inclusive, and connected workplace culture. These initiatives include the planning and implementation of events and programs (service awards events, appreciation days, campus tours) that build community, support retention, and reinforce the University’s values.

Additionally, the HR Partner provides broad support across a variety of general human resources functions, working closely with and providing support to the Executive Director as needed. This multifaceted position requires a proactive, collaborative, and people-focused professional who can balance multiple priorities while providing hands-on execution.

Primary Job Functions, Duties, or Accountabilities:

Customer Service

• Provide top-tier customer service to the campus community, including faculty, staff, and students

• Answer departmental phone calls and manage the generic email account (personally and via student workers)

• Serve as campus liaison for all HR functional areas (systems, benefits, recruiting, onboarding, engagement, learning & development, compliance, operations)

• Gather detailed information, coordinate with subject matter experts (SMEs), and provide timely responses and solutions

Employee Onboarding

• Assist recruiters with pre-screening activities (skills assessments, background checks, reference verifications, drug screenings) and escalate concerns as needed

• Ensure timely completion of new hire I-9s and maintain recruitment documentation

• Facilitate onboarding to support employee integration and engagement from day one

• Promote EAGLEguide participation, assist with satisfaction surveys, analyze results, conduct exit interviews and recommend workplace improvements

Campus Engagement & Event Management

• Lead planning, coordination, and execution of campus-wide engagement initiatives

• • Employee appreciation events

• • Recognition programs

• • HR workshops

• • Service awards

• • Assist with benefits and wellness activities

• Coordinate logistics (venue, catering, speakers, communications)

• Maintain an engagement calendar to ensure consistent and meaningful employee touchpoints

HR Support & Strategic Partnership

• Support the Executive Director and Employee Relations Manager in:

• • Performance management

• • Employee relations

• • Organizational development

• Respond to inquiries, schedule follow-ups, and conduct intake meetings

• Take clear, concise notes to ensure smooth hand-offs

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle! 

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you! 

• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.   

• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period. 

• Generous Time Off: Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.  

Application process/requirements 

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311181. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include: 

• Cover letter 

• Full Resume 

• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)  

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday. 

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website. 

Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact [email protected] and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff.