HR Business Partner

Company Description
AIR Communities is one of the nation's largest owners and operators of multifamily apartment housing. We manage high-quality properties in major markets across the country. We seek motivated professionals who excel in customer service, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you're inclined towards more challenging tasks and aspire to exceed expectations, our environment may align better with your ambitions, join us! Our values include integrity, respect, collaboration, customer focus, and performance, upheld by our dedicated team. Join us for unlimited career opportunities and work alongside industry-leading professionals.
Job Description
AIR Communities is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our team and provide dedicated support to our West Area Operations, specifically focusing on our onsite teams at apartment communities. In this role, you will be instrumental in fostering a positive work environment, supporting hiring efforts, managing performance, enhancing engagement, promoting retention, and handling teammate relations and conflict resolution.
As our HR Business Partner for West Area Operations, you will play a critical role in supporting and enhancing the employee experience at our apartment communities. If you are a proactive HR professional with a passion for fostering a positive workplace culture and driving HR excellence in a decentralized environment, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Essential Functions:

• Act as the primary HR Business Partner for West Area Operations, collaborating closely with onsite managers and teams to understand and address their HR needs and challenges.
• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives that align with business objectives and enhance operational effectiveness at apartment communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. PHR or SPHR preferred.
• Proficiency in state (California) and federal labor laws and regulations, with the ability to apply this knowledge effectively across all levels of the organization.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources roles, with a focus on HR business partnering or HR management.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting onsite teams or decentralized operations, preferably in the property management or real estate industry.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, employment laws, and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Proven ability to drive HR initiatives and programs that contribute to organizational success and employee satisfaction.
• Ability to visit communities frequently and travel.
• This opportunity is based out of Irvine CA

Additional Information
AIR offers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance at the individual, team and company levels. We start with a competitive base salary and add bonus opportunities and benefit choices topped off with:

• Expected pay rate of $95,000 - $125,000 plus annual 15% target bonus. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options available. HSA with company sponsored contributions, FSA (traditional and dependent care FSA).
• Short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(K) plus company contributions.
• Paid Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, and Paid Sick Time.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Commuter Benefits and Pet-Insurance.
• Up to 100% Reimbursement on Professional Certification/Licensing for Job Related Curriculums.
• Discounted Rent at AIR communities (certain exclusions apply, and an application is required).
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks, following the birth or adoption of a child.
• Consumer discounts from various products and services including travel planning, wireless phones, health and fitness, home appliances, and more.
• 15 hours of paid time annually to give-back to your community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth including realistic job previews, in person and virtual leadership training, and performance improvement courses.