Human Resources Business Partner

Amentum is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner with an active TS/SCI security clearance to join our team in McLean, VA.

About the role

As an HRBP, you will act as a partner and consultant to the business, serving as an initial point of contact for employees and managers on a wide range of human resource activities.

Responsibilities

• Acts as an initial employee/manager point of contact for, and performs routine tasks related to the administration, execution, and tracking of human resource activities including but not limited to:
  • Staffing
  • Compensation
  • Leave
  • Recognition and morale
  • Training and development
  • Disciplinary matters
  • Disputes and investigations
  • Performance and talent management
  • Manager coaching
• Facilitate communication between union representatives and management, serving as a liaison to ensure both parties understand and adhere to the terms of the union contract. This includes mediating discussions, addressing concerns, and fostering constructive dialogue.
• Monitor compliance with labor agreement terms, collaborating with management and union officials to ensure workplace policies and practices align with the negotiated contract. Address potential violations proactively and recommend corrective actions.
• Partner with recruiting to facilitate hiring, selection, and on-boarding actions.
• Partner with security on employee relation issues, investigations, and other shared responsibilities.
• Monitor and track HR metrics for assigned contract.
• Act as a liaison between employees, leaders, and corporate departments including benefits and payroll.
• Partner with Program Management to identify attrition issues and trends, implementing appropriate strategies to address retention challenges.
• Provide proactive guidance to managers/employees on:
  • Performance management (coaching, career development, counseling, and/or disciplinary actions)
  • Communications and training
  • Employee relations issues
  • Interpretation of employment laws and company PPI
• Investigate employee complaints/allegations in accordance with company protocol.
• Support compliance efforts, including communication, dissemination, and implementation of company policies, as well as federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Support program HR and HRIS activities, including:
  • Validating HRIS data accuracy
  • Org chart alignment
  • Option year Service Contract Act pay rate, wage, health & welfare changes
  • Service bridge processing
  • Vacation/leave info
  • Other key information
• Identify errors, make corrections, and/or liaise with appropriate leaders.
• Respond to employment-related questions from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff and conducting follow-up to close out inquiries.
• Support program and company initiatives, tracking and preparing reports for analysis and distribution.
• Help identify best practices and make recommendations to improve the employee/manager experience, including new hire assimilation, training, and performance management.
• Attend and participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations, assisting with interviews, documentation, and reports.
• Drive change awareness by ongoing development of knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years of relevant experience.
• Must work on site 5 days per week, 8 hours per day.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Must be a US citizen and possess an active TS/SCI security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous SCA/Union experience.
• Experience with government contracting.
• Working knowledge of WorkDay as the HRIS.

Pay

$90,000 - $110,000 per year.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.