Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for leading all human resources functions within a government contracting environment, ensuring strict compliance with federal regulations and contract requirements. This role partners closely with organizational leadership to support workforce planning, manage contract-specific HR needs, and maintain adherence to regulations such as FAR, DFARS, and other applicable labor laws. The HR Manager drives strategic HR initiatives, oversees employee relations in a highly regulated setting, and ensures that policies, processes, and documentation meet audit and reporting standards required for government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning: Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts; partner with leadership to identify staffing needs; develop talent pipelines; oversee onboarding strategy to ensure a seamless new hire experience
• HR Operations & Employee Administration: Oversee maintenance of employee records, HRIS systems, and personnel documentation; ensure data accuracy and confidentiality; streamline administrative processes for efficiency
• Compensation & Benefits Management: Design, implement, and manage competitive compensation structures and benefits programs; analyze market trends; ensure internal equity and compliance with applicable laws
• Policy Development & Compliance: Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures; ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws; manage audits and mitigate organizational risk
• Training, Development & Performance Management: Design and implement training programs; oversee performance management processes; support leadership development and succession planning initiatives
• Employee Relations & Engagement: Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees; handle complex employee relations matters; foster a positive workplace culture; lead engagement and retention initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree or HR certification such as SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR preferred)
• 5–8+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities
• Proficiency with ADP HRIS & ATS platform, applicant tracking systems, and data analysis tools
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, compensation strategy, organizational development, and HR best practices

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