Human Resource Generalist

The successful candidate will join the Human Resource (HR) Team to support the Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering Contract (CMOE) located at NASA Langley Research Center. This position reports directly to the HR manager. All work will be performed with a high standard of quality and professionalism. All safety policies and procedures must be followed.

Job Summary: The HR Generalist will perform a variety of tasks supporting the Human Resource (HR) function for a federal contracting company with approximately 400 employees

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with HR Manager to manage employee relations issues and respond to inquiries regarding company policies and HR related programs
• Working knowledge of several human resource disciplines, including HR operations, benefits administration, FMLA, disability and leave administration, payroll knowledge as it relates to HR, compensation, and federal and state respective employment laws
• Various HR-related functions and tasks such as employee life cycle changes, onboarding and offboarding support, data audits, and status updates
• Conduct exit interviews and report on turnover trends and areas of focus.
• Support compliance efforts by assisting with monitoring adherence to employment/labor laws, and other regulatory requirements
• Establish strong and effective working relationships with employees to promote and support positive employee relations, company culture and employee engagement efforts
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency in operational and HR procedures
• Support HR projects and perform other tasks as needed
  
  

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Human Resources with at least 3 as an HR Generalist
• Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner
• Solid knowledge of HR laws and best practices as well as regulatory requirements for a federal contractor
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task in an environment with changing priorities and demands.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for communicating with employees at all levels of the organization
• Ability to prioritize and organize workload to meet deadlines
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
  
  

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• HR experience with a federal contractor
• HRIS experience with PeopleSoft, Oracle, Workday
• HR certification (like SHRM-CP or PHR)
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
  
  

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Office Environment (95%)

Test/Industrial Operations (5%) - May be exposed to high noise levels, safety hazards, hazardous materials, and chemicals. Appropriate PPE and training will be provided for all conditions.

Travel between facilities and test operations may bring exposure to loud noise and potentially hazardous equipment operation (

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and/or sit for extended periods (100%) as well as lift up to 35 lbs.
  
  

Equipment and Machines

• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, copier, etc.) (100%)
• Safety and Personal Protective Equipment (5%)
  
  

Attendance

Regular attendance mandatory (100%)

Overtime/work outside normal schedule required ( Travel required (

Other Essential Functions

• U.S. Citizenship required
• A valid driver’s license is required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere
• Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety/risk hazard to the employee or others
• The work environment requires the ability to cooperate and work with individuals at all levels of the company and the client