People Business Partner

Job Description

Job Summary: The People Business Partner role will be someone who is a creative business problem solver who is responsible for the development and delivery of innovative people solutions. More specifically, the role will be executing the talent agenda in support of all business objectives and strategic direction of AIR Communities.  This position serves as a generalist (functionally) with an emphasis in the areas of onboarding, offboarding, team member relations, people operations, data maintenance and leader coaching and development.  This is a great opportunity to be an innovator and team member in a fast-paced, rapidly growing, entrepreneurial organization.  This role will be a partner to leaders, a promoter of our culture and values an innovative partner for our people decisions in a transparent approach.  This person will help navigate complex challenges and must be solution oriented with the ability to work across multiple teams.  

Essential Functions:

• Build relationships with leaders and team members to offer thought leadership, people strategy and execution in our fast-paced and growing business.  
• Provides input and influence on strategic direction by serving as a trusted advisor to the various teams on a wide variety of issues
• Works closely with management and team members to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation to the Senior Leadership Team
• Partners with larger People team regarding complex organizational design changes
• Acts as trusted advisor and credible source of information for leaders and team members.
• Supports leaders with employee relations, employee development, performance improvement plans, terminations, documentation and internal investigations.
• Supports the talent acquisition process by preparing & modifying job descriptions, partnering with the recruiting team, and initiating/supporting the compensation market data analysis.
• Supports the Risk Management team in the processing of workplace injuries, Worker’s Compensation administration and reporting requirements. 
• Manages onboarding and exit surveys, aggregates themes and provides actionable recommendations to enhance the team member experience.
• Partners with People team to build and execute key development programs and initiatives, including people assessments and training.
• Partners with Learning and Development to build, enhance and grow career pathing, planning and development for team members.
• Supports year-end compensation cycle, talent reviews, and promotions.
• Leverage analytics to review trends to help inform solutions, programs and policies.
• Maintains knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of our teams, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Promotes diversity & inclusion, collaboration, fairness, high-performance, innovation and integrity.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Exceptional communication skills are required to present, discuss, and explain complex information to employees.
• Excellent client service skills and ability to partner with multiple, diverse stakeholders
• Strong change management skills with the ability to drive organization, process, and technology change
• Strong team player with ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, while thriving in a fast-paced work environment
• Superb analytical and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Industry experience in real estate, preferably multi family
• Strong people management skills with high EQ
• Excellent client service skills and ability to partner with multiple, diverse stakeholders
• Ability to lead projects including building timeline, communication plan, facilitate discussion with a strong attention to detail
• Strong team player with ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, while thriving in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to use data and analytics to address and problem-solving skills to make decisions to help improve overall organization health.
• Strong proficiency in all MS Office products, including knowledge of HRIS related software

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related area
• Minimum 5 years of generalist experience in Human Resources advising business units on all matters related to people and culture including employee relations, performance management, compensation, talent management and recruitment

Preferred:

• HR Certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP
• Bilingual Spanish including written fluency.

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 base salary of $110,000- $150,000. 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.
• Base salary plus annual bonus.
• 25% Rent Discount available
• 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 6% company contributions.
• Paid Vacation, 14 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.
• 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.

What You Need to Know

Application Deadline: The initial deadline for applications is 7/6/2026. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received. 

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.