Human Resources Manager/Recruiter

About the role

Our team is looking for a dynamic, culture-driven, full-time Human Resources Manager/Recruiter. This role supports a fast‑paced company with staff in multiple states and growing. The position works onsite in Arlington, VA and remote at times based on project team requirements. Previous experience with federal contracting and an entrepreneurial environment is desired. The role also includes full recruiting responsibilities, with technical recruiting experience required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Drive team member engagement programs and initiatives.
• Oversee and manage day‑to‑day HR activities.
• Develop HR strategy in concert with the CFO and Support Team.
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes for smooth transitions.
• Source candidates from various recruiting platforms and referrals.
• Manage candidate communication, tracking, and scheduling.
• Work closely with Project Leads on candidate pipelines.
• Track training and professional development across the company, making suggestions as needed.
• Assist with payroll processing and compensation updates.
• Maintain confidential personnel files.
• Conduct investigations as needed for company issues.
• Collaborate with Admin Leads on personnel issues and document appropriately.
• Provide HR policy guidance and keep the Employee Handbook up to date, including state addendums.
• Offer performance management guidance to all leaders.
• Collaborate with, direct, and manage various vendors on benefits and insurance programs.
• Plan and support company functions for both in‑person and remote team members to promote collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Work with leadership to execute HR strategies.
• Research employment law in concert with corporate attorneys and vendors.
• Handle ad‑hoc assignments and special projects.
• Support coordination of employee business travel and expense reporting.
• Support resolution of emergency issues after hours, weekends, etc., based on priority.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business.
• Minimum 10 years of HR experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience in federal government contracting, specifically OFCCP compliance.
• Strong PC proficiency.
• Experience with HRIS/ATS systems (Paylocity preferred).
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands in a fast‑paced environment.
• Member of SHRM.
• Technical recruiting experience required; recruiting for a federal contractor.
• Ability to build rapport with candidates.
• Strong organizational skills for both team and independent work.
• Exceptional communication across all levels.
• Ability to track and schedule multiple recruiting efforts.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Desired: Master’s in Human Resource Management.
• Desired: HR certification (SHRM‑CP, PHR, etc.).
• Desired: Experience in a start‑up/virtual work culture.
• Servant leadership “Get to yes” professional approach.

Compensation

Salary range: $105,000 – $155,000 plus annual bonus eligibility.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision coverage.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability (STD/LTD).
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).