Human Resources Manager - Oak Ridge, TN

Job Summary

The Human Resources Manager serves as a strategic and operational HR leader supporting a government contractor operational unit. This role partners closely with operational leadership to align workforce strategies with business objectives while ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and government contracting requirements.

Strategic HR Partnership

• Partner with operational leaders to support business objectives, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness.
• Provide HR guidance to leaders regarding employee relations, workforce issues, organizational structure, and talent management.
• Support operational readiness for project mobilization, staffing changes, and contract transitions.
• Aid leadership with succession planning and talent development initiatives, as needed.

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Conduct employee relations investigations and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Advise leaders on performance management, coaching, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Ensure consistent application of company policies, procedures, and workplace standards.
• Support conflict resolution and foster a positive employee experience and workplace culture.

Compliance & Government Contracting

• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Support compliance related to government contracting requirements including: OFCCP EEO/AAP Executive Orders and Agency Directives, I-9 and E-Verify compliance.
• Partner with operational leadership, Legal, and Compliance on audits, investigations, and risk mitigation.
• Maintain accurate HR documentation and records in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Support hiring needs for operational and project-based roles.
• Aid managers with interviewing, selection, onboarding, and workforce planning.
• Support recruiting strategies for skilled labor, technical, and operational positions.
• Ensure compliance with internal posting and compensation approval processes.

Compensation & Benefits Administration

• Support compensation review processes including promotions, transfers, market adjustments, and incentive programs.
• Partner with AIS Compensation and leadership to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Aid employees with benefit-related questions and escalation support.

Organizational Development & Engagement

• Support leadership development, employee engagement, and culture initiatives.
• Aid in change management initiatives related to organizational growth, restructuring, acquisitions, or operational changes.
• Facilitate training and development programs as needed.
• Promote company values, safety culture, and operational excellence.

HR Operations & Reporting

• Maintain HR metrics and reporting related to turnover, staffing, compliance, engagement, and workforce trends.
• Support HRIS transactions, reporting, and data integrity.
• Participate in special projects, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.