Welcome to San Diego International Airport, where our core purpose is to create an exceptional experience for both our community and visitors from around the world. It extends beyond just flights; we embody the vibrant spirit of San Diego itself—sunny, welcoming, and full of life. We are committed to attracting, fostering, and empowering a team of talented individuals who can deliver our strategic goals:
- Advance Airport Development
- Transform the Customer Experience
- Optimize Ongoing Business
- Cultivate Our Culture
Here, culture starts with each of us. Our workplace is shaped by mindsets that guide how we show up for one another: believing the best in people, collaboration, empathy, listening, and thoughtful decision-making. If you are ready to contribute to a team that values meaningful impact and enjoys the journey along the way, we invite you to apply today and help us connect our community to the world.
Why You'll Love Working at SAN:
- Location: The new Airport Authority Administration building, located on the San Diego International Airport campus and near the waterfront, providing stunning views of our runway, San Diego Bay, the Pacific Ocean, and the city skyline.
- Hybrid Work Schedule: This role follows a hybrid schedule with both on-site and remote work. On-site days are required, based on department needs, to support collaboration and business operations. Remote work flexibility is available on other days as determined by the department.
- Salary: The hiring salary range for HR Manager, Compensation & Benefits starting at $117475-$130,528. The full pay range for Accountant is $100,406-$160,650.
- Benefits: You will enjoy 14 paid holidays, 18 – 33 days of vacation (PTO), parental and child care benefits, salary continuance for family & parental leave, tuition reimbursement, ensure your future with our retirement plan options including our comprehensive pension plan and 457 defined contribution plan. Plus, take advantage of our annual employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account, designed to support your personal development and growth activities—and much more!
- Wellness: Take advantage of multiple on-site gyms with regular fitness classes, outdoor working areas, fitness discounts for all levels and goals, monthly fruit deliveries, rewards for volunteer time, financial wellness advisors, and a campus with easy access to some of San Diego's best walking trails.
- Application Deadline: December 15, 2025.
About the Job:
The Human Resources department is looking for a Human Resource Manager, Compensation & Benefits with a strong focus on compensation, benefits, and HR Informational Systems to lead and manage key HR processes and projects. This role is perfect for someone who loves working with internal and external partners and has expertise in consultation, process development, and project oversight, specifically in compensation and benefits. In addition to ensuring seamless day-to-day operations and delivering top-notch HR services, this role will also;
What You’ll Do:
- Optimize HR Processes: Develop and implement methods and tools to improve total rewards programs, benefits administration, HRIS integrations, onboarding, and employee development programs.
- Secure Data Management: Ensure employee data is secure and compliant with company policies and privacy regulations. Manage reporting, filings, and outsourcing vendors.
- Enhance Organizational Effectiveness: Analyze current practices, identify improvement opportunities, and implement strategies to support company goals.
- Manage Change: Use change management strategies to guide the organization through transitions in structure, processes, or systems with minimal disruption. Share standards, best practices, and innovative approaches.
- Lead and Coach: Provide leadership and coaching to staff responsible for benefits administration, HRIS systems, and HR operations. Set goals and provide regular performance feedback.
Your Very Particular Set of Skill:
1. Leadership & Influencing Skills – Engages and motivates individuals and teams to deliver results by defining work objectives, setting expectations, and recognizing achievements; ensures high productivity and commitment of team members by maintaining effective communication and relationships.
2. Change Management - Identifies and implements available tools, techniques, and behaviors necessary to support change efforts that require the adoption and realization of change to achieve business outcomes and initiatives; adapts to evolving situations and effectively addresses resistances and concerns.
3. Project Management – Accurately assesses project scope, budget, and timeline by determining required process steps and resources needed to achieve defined outcomes and objectives; monitors and verifies task completion and resolves coordination issues to assure efficient, timely completion.
4. Relationship & Interpersonal Skills – Cultivates interpersonal rapport and trust, both up and down, by exhibiting consistency and reliability; demonstrated awareness of others’ needs, listens for issues or conflicts and coaches’ others to relevant and meaningful solutions.
5. Influence – Communicates and writes proficiently to gain others’ support for ideas, proposals, projects, and solutions; articulates clear rationale in discussion of the benefits and drawbacks of various options, is assertive while exhibiting flexibility.
6. Integrity - Exercises diplomacy and discretion in dealing with highly sensitive, complex, and confidential issues and situations.
7. Leveraging Technology - Effectively uses and generates information electronically integrates technology solutions and systems.
What We Are Looking For**:
- Six years of increasingly responsible human resources experience, with at least two years of experience in a supervisory or program management capacity, and any equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
- ·Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in business administration, human resource management, organizational development, or a closely related field.
Preferred Education, Certification, and Licenses:
- Master’s degree in business administration, human resource management, organizational development, or a closely related field.
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, CBP, CEBS, CCP, or PMP designation.
**Lacking some of the skills or experiences we've listed? No worries! Here at the San Diego International Airport, we're on a mission to cultivate a workforce as dynamic and diverse as the community we serve. While certain roles may require specific qualifications, we understand that talent comes in many forms. Some of our positions may not require specific degrees, and we're always open to individuals who bring a willingness to learn and a commitment to excellence. If you think this could be you, we encourage you to apply, and even if this position isn't the right role for you, we will add you to our database to consider for other opportunities in the future that align with your unique knowledge and skills. There's a chance we have the perfect spot for you to land!
EEO Statement
It is the policy of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, SDCRAA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Physical & Mental Demands
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation. If you need any form of accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition Partner (Recruiter).
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Pay Range for this Manager, HR Operations is $100,406 to $160,650.
