Human Resources Manager

HR Leadership, Strategy & Operations 

• Lead and manage daily HR operations, ensuring consistent, effective, and compliant HR services. 

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, procedures, processes, and systems to support operational efficiency and organizational growth. 

• Provide proactive HR guidance and recommendations to executive leadership on workforce matters, compliance, organizational effectiveness, and employee-related risks. 

• Independently assess HR challenges, recommend practical solutions, and drive initiatives through implementation. 

• Establish consistent HR practices, documentation standards, reporting, and accountability measures. 

• Supervise, mentor, and develop assigned HR staff, establishing clear expectations and promoting accountability. 

• Evaluate opportunities to leverage HR technology, automation, and reporting to streamline processes and improve service delivery. 

• Support HR planning and initiatives aligned with the company's strategic and operational priorities. 

Employee Relations & Performance Management 

• Serve as a primary resource for employee relations matters, providing guidance to employees, managers, and leadership. 

• Independently manage employee relations concerns, workplace investigations, corrective actions, and employee separations. 

• Advise program managers and executive leadership on employee performance, workplace conduct, and appropriate personnel actions. 

• Ensure employee relations matters are addressed consistently, professionally, and with appropriate documentation. 

• Oversee performance management processes and recommend improvements to support employee accountability and development. 

• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive employment matters. 

HR Administration, Benefits & Compliance 

• Oversee employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, employee changes, benefits administration, leave management, and offboarding. 

• Manage employee benefits administration, annual open enrollment, vendor coordination, and benefits communications. 

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. 

• Oversee HRIS administration, personnel records, employee data accuracy, and required reporting. 

• Coordinate with payroll and accounting on employee compensation changes, benefits deductions, and other payroll-related matters. 

• Administer and maintain HR policies, employee handbook materials, and employment-related procedures. 

• Monitor regulatory developments and recommend necessary policy or process changes. 

• Support HR-related audits, compliance reviews, and organizational quality initiatives. 

Government Contracting & Workforce Support 

• Support HR requirements associated with federal government contracts, including GSA contracting requirements, labor category qualifications, and workforce documentation. 

• Partner with Contracts and program management to support staffing requirements, contract transitions, and workforce-related compliance. 

• Coordinate with Contracts on the engagement and administration of specialized professional consulting resources, including applicable onboarding requirements, documentation, and engagement-related processes. 

• Support workforce planning associated with new contract awards, contract modifications, and changing program requirements. 

• Ensure HR practices and workforce processes align with applicable contractual obligations and organizational policies. 

Talent Management & Organizational Support 

• Collaborate with recruiting personnel and hiring managers to support workforce planning, staffing priorities, and effective hiring practices. 

• Oversee employee onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure consistency, compliance, and a positive employee experience. 

• Support employee development, retention, and performance management initiatives. 

• Partner with internal teams on employee-focused initiatives, communications, and organizational improvements. 

• Identify opportunities to strengthen HR support for employees working across government client sites, remote locations, and the back office. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
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• Minimum of 7 years of progressive human resources experience, including at least
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• 2 years in an HR management role with responsibility for leading HR operations and supervising staff. 
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• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification. 
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• Demonstrated experience independently managing HR operations, advising leadership, and exercising sound judgment on complex employee relations and workforce matters. 
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• Experience developing, implementing, and improving HR policies, procedures, processes, and systems to enhance operational effectiveness. 
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• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify organizational needs, recommend solutions, and independently manage HR initiatives. 
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• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws, benefits administration, performance management, and HR compliance. 
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• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. 
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms, Microsoft Office, and HR reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field. 

• Additional HR management experience, including responsibility for improving or scaling HR operations. 

• Experience supporting a federal government contracting organization. 

• Working knowledge of GSA Multiple Award Schedule requirements, labor categories, and federal contract workforce administration. 

• Experience supporting a multistate workforce and employees working at government client locations. 

• Experience coordinating workforce-related activities with Contracts, program management, and executive leadership. 

• Experience improving HR technology, reporting, and operational processes.