CORP - Human Resources Business Partner

Founded in 1927 as a division of Pan American World Airways, Avports is an experienced and trusted airport manager and operator. Today, the company operates with over 650 staff (of which approximately 300 are unionized) at 14+ airports across the US and the Caribbean, with that number slated to grow to 800 during the next year with the addition of new airport projects.

In addition, Avports is now acting as the leaseholder and operator of public-private partnership (P3) projects at Tweed New Haven Airport (HVN) in Connecticut and the Manassas Regional Airport (HEF) in Virginia.

Avports has historically managed and operated a portfolio of airport operations and maintenance (O&M) and public-private partnership (P3/PPP) contracts at more than 30 US airports. These airports have diverse operations, encompassing commercial and general aviation airports, passenger terminals, joint-use airports, heliports, NASA facilities, and spaceports. The company is working to integrate electric aviation, hydrogen fuel cells, and zero-emission decarbonization concepts in existing airport environments.

In 2018, Goldman Sachs acquired Avports through its infrastructure investment fund, West Street Infrastructure Partners III (WSIP III). Since then, Goldman Sachs has been committed to helping the company expand current operations, as well as expanding its offerings, in particular helping Avports go from being a third-party operator to a truly redevelopment-focused business.

Provides strategic and operational support across all employee lifecycle stages, ensuring smooth onboarding, compliance, and workforce optimization. Partners with managers, HR teams, and leadership, balancing multiple priorities in both union and non-union environments. Demonstrates strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and effective collaboration across cross-functional teams.

A high school diploma/certificate, with preference for an associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field preferred. A professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus. Required to have at least three years of progressive HR experience managing programs in union and non-union settings, with intermediate proficiency. Experience in aviation, transportation, or unionized industries, along with strong communication and vendor management skills, is preferred.

Position is a regular, full‑time primarily based in Northern Virginia, reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources. Must maintain authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship and successfully meet all corporate and airport credentialing requirements.

• Provide HR services across all employee lifecycle stages, setting expectations for employment compliance and workforce optimization.
• Partner with managers, corporate HR teams, and leadership to support employee life cycle activities as needed, balancing multiple priorities.
• As directed, configure and maintain HRIS portals and systems, ensuring data integrity and supporting system enhancements
• Execute onboarding, change, and offboarding activities to ensure compliance and smooth employee experience.
• Manage HR department invoices for benefits, vendors, and HR-related expenses
• Support budget tracking and vendor relationship management
• Manage workforce planning, job architecture, and position management as requested
• Support headcount tracking and hire/change/exit processes. Support hiring managers with selection, offers, and onboarding coordination
• As needed, administer full-cycle recruitment, ensuring compliance and equitable hiring practices
• Maintain recruitment records, pre-hire assessments, and applicant tracking systems
• As assigned, support coordination of vendor management transactions
• Maintain HR department templates and legal-approved documents; serve as “resource owner” for template updates and production
• Administer personnel file programs and audits to ensure compliance with employment laws and postings via vendors
• Administer performance management programs for union and non-union employees
• Provide support for safety and security initiatives, as assigned
• Apply meticulous recordkeeping…