The Role
The Human Resources Manager aligns HR initiatives with organizational goals, manages benefits, compliance, relationships, and acts as a strategic leader in HR practices.
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Overview
DRT Strategies delivers expert management consulting and information technology (IT) solutions to large federal agencies, the U.S. Navy, state and local government and commercial clients in health care, technology, and financial services industries.
The three letters of our name, DRT, stand for Driving Resolution Together, which is the core philosophy on which the company was founded. That is, we collaborate with our clients to solve their most pressing challenges - together.
We are problem solvers dedicated to your success, combining Fortune 500 experience with small business responsiveness. We have established a reputation with our clients as a forward-thinking consulting firm with demonstrated success in implementing solutions that lead to meaningful results. Our world-class consultants unite people to work collaboratively to achieve project goals and make vision a reality.
Job Summary:
The Human Resources Manager serves as a strategic leader and hands-on practitioner responsible for aligning HR initiatives with DRT’s organizational goals. This role requires a balance of high-level strategy—such as advising the CEO on legal risks—and operational execution, including the management of benefits, compliance, and employee relations within the federal government contracting environment.
Responsibilities:
Compliance & Risk Management
DRT Strategies delivers expert management consulting and information technology (IT) solutions to large federal agencies, the U.S. Navy, state and local government and commercial clients in health care, technology, and financial services industries.
The three letters of our name, DRT, stand for Driving Resolution Together, which is the core philosophy on which the company was founded. That is, we collaborate with our clients to solve their most pressing challenges - together.
We are problem solvers dedicated to your success, combining Fortune 500 experience with small business responsiveness. We have established a reputation with our clients as a forward-thinking consulting firm with demonstrated success in implementing solutions that lead to meaningful results. Our world-class consultants unite people to work collaboratively to achieve project goals and make vision a reality.
Job Summary:
The Human Resources Manager serves as a strategic leader and hands-on practitioner responsible for aligning HR initiatives with DRT’s organizational goals. This role requires a balance of high-level strategy—such as advising the CEO on legal risks—and operational execution, including the management of benefits, compliance, and employee relations within the federal government contracting environment.
Responsibilities:
Compliance & Risk Management
- Remains current on all federal and state requirements to ensure total compliance and seamless integration with DRT policies.
- Develops and administers affirmative action programs, including the preparation of plans in compliance with EEO and OFCCP regulations.
- Advises Senior Leadership on HR matters that legally affect the company and seeks counsel from employment attorneys when appropriate.
- Ensures the Employee Manual is updated as needed to reflect the most relevant information and maintain legal compliance.
- Provides expert counseling and coaching to managers and employees regarding policies, ethics, and performance evaluations.
- Conducts periodic off-site visits to improve headquarters outreach and obtain direct feedback from employees in the field.
- Manages the performance improvement process by providing counseling and ensuring consistency and fairness in all personnel actions.
- Addresses issues and conflicts quickly and objectively to maintain high levels of employee morale and dispute resolution.
- Ensures all employees are properly trained on the Code of Ethics and Harassment prevention to maintain a safe and professional workplace.
- Translates strategic and tactical business plans into effective HR operational practices that support long-term company growth.
- Functions as a primary Human Resource Business Partner to business unit leads, providing guidance on organizational design and workforce planning.
- Represents DRT leadership at company events to promote transparency and maintain a strong cultural presence.
- Conducts an annual review and selection of health and welfare benefits to ensure programs remain competitive and cost-effective for the organization.
- Serves as the official Plan Administrator for the DRT 401(k) Plan, overseeing all related actions including annual 401(k) audits.
- Continually assesses the competitiveness of all HR programs against relevant comparable companies to attract and retain top talent.
- Drives the continuous improvement of HRIS capability and functionality to streamline data management and reporting.
- Oversees the HR team in the execution of daily operations, including onboarding, terminations, and FMLA administration.
- Candidates must possess at least 6 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, specifically in a generalist or management capacity.
- The applicant is required to hold a recognized Human Resources certification such as a PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or CEBS.
- Deep knowledge of the Federal Government Contracting environment is essential, and the candidate must have held an HR role in a similar organization.
- The successful candidate demonstrates strong leadership skills and a proven ability to mentor junior HR resources.
- Significant experience in resource management and the optimization of personnel across various functional areas.
- Candidates must exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.
- Possess strong organizational and analytical skills to manage complex compliance data and strategic programs.
- An undergraduate or graduate degree in Human Resources Management or a related field is required for this position.
- An undergraduate or graduate degree in Human Resources Management or a related field is required for this position.
- $95,000 - $130,000
- Salary commensurate with experience.
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The Company
What We Do
DRT Strategies, Inc. (DRT) is an award-winning technology innovator and leading digital transformation partner to large federal agencies and commercial clients for nearly 20 years. The company is a ServiceNow™ Partner - Specialist, Amazon Web Services (AWS) Consulting Partner, UiPath Partner, SAFe Bronze Partner, Esri Bronze Partner, and holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018, and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certifications and has achieved CMMI-DEV Level 3.
DRT is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, with offices in Atlanta, Georgia. More information on the company can be found at www.drtstrategies.com.
