Hr Pilot Recruiter - Dubois, Pa

Southern Airways Express is a Commuter Airline, Scheduled Part 135 Operator that provides route services to customers throughout the contiguous United States, as well as the Hawaiian Islands. Thanks to our commitment to the individual passenger, which is recognized in our company mantra, “Every Passenger, Every Day, Every Flight,” Southern Airways has seen tremendous growth in recent years and anticipates significant growth in the future. This mantra has encapsulated our thinking as well as our core values since day one. Despite being the fastest-growing airline in America, our commitment to our passengers’ safety remains our number one priority.

This position will be based at our new Recruiting and Training Center in DuBois, PA.

JOB TITLE: HR Pilot Recruiter
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:

The Pilot Recruiter is a valuable partner responsible for delivering all facets of pilot recruiting by effectively building and implementing a plan to attract top talent to fly our various aircraft. The ideal candidate will support and successfully execute pilot staffing strategies in a competitive hiring environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the screening, interview, and offer stages of the hiring process. Screen and interview candidates via phone or video. Assess minimum qualifications and requirements.
• Analyze recruiting trends, best sources, and recruiting metrics to guide the Department on when and where to target talent.
• Initiate and ensure smooth transition to new hire processing through start of pilot training class or first day of hire.
• Attract top talent based upon forecasted headcount, turnover, and changing talent needs.
• Build and maintain a quality pipeline through fostering long-term relationships with potential candidates.
• Proactively source and identify active and passive candidates leveraging a wide variety of tools and techniques.

• Ensure all activities related to the pre-employment process are completed successfully and in a timely manner prior to the start of pilot training classes.

• Provide feedback to candidates to ensure a positive experience regardless of hiring decision.
• Ability to travel intermittently (not more than 15% of the time) for various recruiting and presentation functions. Ability to work up to three hours on alternating Sunday evenings to welcome arriving pilots.
• Provide weekly/monthly activity reports highlighting search progress and disposition of all pilot candidates.
• Create interest and educate potential candidates pursuing an airline career about the company, our culture, and opportunities.
• Successfully use company CRM software.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong people skills – ability to communicate succinctly and effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Experience in ADP WorkforceNow preferred.
• Meticulous and initiative-taking; able to work and meet deadlines under minimal supervision.
• At least two (2) years in recruiting; full life cycle recruiting experience; aviation industry and high-volume recruiting strongly preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of social networking platforms, online communications, and other sourcing channels.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to become proficient in, applicant tracking systems, CRM tools, virtual recruiting tools, the Federal DOT Drug & Alcohol program, and the PRIA process.
• Proven ability to build a talent pipeline and bench.
• Ability to manage and maintain confidentiality in all areas.

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field; or equivalent industry and recruiting experience.
• Professional certification in Human Resources a plus.

Work Experience:

• Prefer at least two (2) years in Human Resources and/or full-cycle recruiting.
• Prior experience in the airline industry.

Miscellaneous Requirements:

• Ability to work within a 24/7 operation including holidays.
• Ability to read, write and speak English effectively.
• Ability to pass 10-year background check and pre-employment drug screen as required by airline regulations and company policies.
• Computer, phone skills
• Authorized to work in the U.S. per the Immigration Act of 1986.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Physical requirements:

• Must be able to move up to 25 pounds on an infrequent basis.
• Must have sufficient vision and ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position in a normal office environment.
• Must be able to access filing cabinets, drawers, and shelves of varying height.
• Must be able to communicate through verbal, written, and electronic means.

Southern Airways Corporation/Mokulele Airlines is an EEO/AAP employer and as such all qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on gender, race, or disability.