Senior Employee Relations Partner
Joby Aviation
Dayton, OH · Posted October 22, 2026
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About the job
Company Overview
Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.
Overview
The Senior Employee Relations Partner serves as an onsite People Team subject matter expert in Dayton, Ohio. The role is responsible for proactively managing employee relations, handling investigations and providing coaching to managers. It also partners closely with the General Manager and handles administrative People Team functions.
Responsibilities
Develop effective relationships with team members and promote positive employee relations, high engagement, and overall satisfaction across the organization
Partner closely with the General Manager and business leaders on strategic HR initiatives
Proactively manage, investigate, and resolve employee relations issues, ensuring thorough case documentation and full alignment with company policies and labor laws
Apply specialized knowledge to guide conflict resolution, corrective actions, and performance management processes
Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and community engagement events
Serve as an onsite People Team subject matter expert on local workforce guidelines and Ohio labor regulations
Support onboarding execution, recruitment activities, onsite interview coordination, and site tours
Assist with compensation, benefits, leave administration, and special projects as needed
Required
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience
6+ years of progressive HR experience, with a dedicated focus on employee relations and conflict management
Thorough understanding of core HR principles, concepts, practices, and Ohio labor laws
Proven track record of consultative HR experience, working autonomously to resolve complex challenges
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and objective coaching abilities
Excellent planning, organizational, and time-management skills with meticulous attention to detail
Demonstrated discretion in handling highly confidential business matters and sensitive information
Approachable, customer-focused, and solutions-oriented mindset
Proficiency in Google Workspace (G-Suite) tools
Ability to work full-time onsite in Dayton, OH, with up to 10% travel
Flexibility to collaborate effectively across time zones, including aligning with Pacific Time working hours as needed
Additional Information
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $89,900 - $119,900/yr . The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.
Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer