HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT 2

U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

About the Role

Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) is seeking a Human Resources Assistant to join our team to support all administrative functions related to the onboarding of new employees and processing of internal transfers. This position is multi-faceted and handles all initiation of pre-employment requirements, such as background investigations, scheduling of drug screens and physicals, and verification of new hire documents. The environment is very fast-paced, so the ability to multi-task will be important as you review documents for accuracy, schedule candidate interviews, and confirm start dates with new employees.

The candidate experience is important to us, so we are looking for a positive communicator to ensure lines of communication are open and responses are timely. Plan to positively impact the workforce by developing connections with candidates and stakeholders to efficiently and effectively achieve team goals. Experience working effectively in a team setting is important, as we win or lose as a team. Working with a sense of urgency and being highly responsive will keep us connected. Critical thinking skills and a willingness to collaborate to find the best solution are essential.

Performs a variety of general personnel/clerical tasks in areas such as employee records, benefits, education/training, employment, compensation, and equal employment opportunity. Maintains both manual and automated personnel records, collects and compiles sensitive and confidential personnel statistics, and prepares reports. In accordance with procedures, furnishes information to authorized persons and/or agencies. Provides information to all levels of employees regarding personnel policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• 2 years of additional education and/or experience

Skills

• Comfortable working in databases and with various software programs (DOMA, Excel, SuccessFactors, and SAP)
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Team collaboration and responsiveness

About the Company

HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia, with more than 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 and innovative team includes skilled tradespeople, project managers, engineers, software developers, solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

HII builds the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics-driven organization that prioritizes safety and well-being.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices
• On-site health centers and tele-medicine
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs
• Savings plan options (401K) and financial education and planning tools
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and 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.

Schedule

Full-time, 1st shift.