Sr. Human Resources Specialist

Description & Requirements

Maximus is currently hiring a Sr Human Resources Specialist at our Chester, VA location. This position will oversee a variety of functions necessary for the effective management of human resources through all phases of the employee lifecycle, active employment and separation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform a wide range of functions associated with recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and separations in accordance with Company policies.

• Ensure the integrity of employee data, including the performance of regular audits and documentation of appropriate quality control measures.

• Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.

• Assist employees with inquiries regarding duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, or promotion opportunities.

• Work with management and Corporate resources to develop, maintain and modify compliant job descriptions.

• Provide metrics that enable more effective management of human resources activities, analyze data for trends and prepare reports.

• Address employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.

• Maintain and update human resources documents, such as organizational charts, directories, or performance evaluation forms.

• Confer with management to develop or implement personnel policies or procedures.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in related field required; equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree. Advanced degree or professional designation preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of Human Resources work experience required.

• Knowledge of a variety of human resources principles and procedures for recruitment, selection, training, employee relations and compliance including, but not limited to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

• Strong analytical skills required.

• Intermediate knowledge of Excel required.

• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Human Resources Specialist with strong employee engagement and relations.

The 6 month time in position rule can be waived for CCO employees under the following circumstances: employees who were in an acting role and have returned to their home base position, employees who are currently in an acting/limited-service role applying to the same role that is RFT, employees who were unable to return to a homebase position at the end of their acting role, or limited-service employees that are unable to secure a lateral or promotional position for continued employment at the end of their limited assignment.

EEO Statement

Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.