HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT 2

U.S. Citizenship is required for this position. This is a full-time, 1st shift role with no relocation assistance available and no eligibility for telework.

About the Role

Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) is seeking a Human Resources Assistant to support all administrative functions related to the onboarding of new employees and processing of internal transfers. This multi-faceted position handles the initiation of pre-employment requirements, such as background investigations, scheduling of drug screens and physicals, and verification of new hire documents.

The environment is fast-paced, requiring the ability to multi-task while reviewing documents for accuracy, scheduling candidate interviews, and confirming start dates with new employees. Strong communication skills are essential to ensure a positive candidate experience, with timely responses and open lines of communication.

This role involves developing connections with candidates and stakeholders to efficiently achieve team goals. Collaboration, critical thinking, and a sense of urgency are key to solving problems and maintaining responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of general personnel/clerical tasks in areas such as employee records, benefits, education/training, employment, compensation, and equal employment opportunity.
• Maintain both manual and automated personnel records.
• Collect and compile sensitive and confidential personnel statistics and prepare reports.
• Furnish information to authorized persons and/or agencies in accordance with procedures.
• Provide information to all levels of employees regarding personnel policies and procedures.
• Initiate pre-employment requirements, including background investigations, drug screens, and physicals.
• Review documents for accuracy and schedule candidate interviews.
• Confirm start dates with new employees and ensure timely communication.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• 2 years of additional education and/or experience.
• Comfort working with databases and software programs (e.g., DOMA, Excel, SuccessFactors, SAP).
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting and collaborate to solve problems.
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills.
• Sense of urgency and responsiveness in a fast-paced environment.

About the Company

HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia, with over 25,000 employees. We are the sole designer, builder, and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse team includes skilled tradespeople, project managers, engineers, software developers, solution architects, technical experts, and system users. We collaborate at the forefront of technology to build the world’s most powerful and survivable naval ships.

HII builds defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber domains. Our workforce includes AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics professionals, and business administration experts. Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we prioritize safety, well-being, and a values-driven culture.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans.
• On-site health centers and telemedicine options.
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
• 401K savings plan options with financial education and planning tools.
• Life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts.
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this role is $45,000.00 to $57,000.00. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.