Sr. HR Specialist

KBR - Chantilly, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Chantilly, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Sr. HR Specialist at KBR will play a crucial role in supporting Front Office Management personnel and Director Offices by acting as a liaison to government clients and internal partners. This position requires a self-motivated individual with expertise in HR functions, particularly in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. The role involves a thorough understanding of civilian and military HR functions, including evaluations, awards, and personnel actions.

Responsibilities

• Managing external hiring activities and actions associated with assigned Directorate and Office accounts
• Generating and preparing common human resources forms, including evaluations, awards, and requests for personnel actions
• Managing communications between applicants, internal partners, and external service providers to keep all parties apprised of candidate statuses
• Performing activities such as typing, filing, routine procedural processing, maintaining records, and coordinating staffing documents
• Providing recurring reporting leveraging databases and trackers
• Engaging and coordinating with internal partners to build or refine business processes associated with external hiring actions

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with a CI Polygraph
• 5+ years' experience in Human Resources and/or related professional discipline
• Bachelor's Degree in a Business/Administration area including Human Resources or related professional studies
• Excellent oral and writing communication and representational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively both in groups as well as independently
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and databases including applicant tracking systems
• Strong ability to translate highly technical content into thoughtful, compelling, and effective communication products
• Strong ability to apply strategic thinking, attention to detail and situational awareness towards communication products and deliverables
• Project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
• Goal-oriented, strategic thinker willing to execute tactics

Nice-to-haves

• Additional experience and/or certifications will be considered with preferred education for a total experience and education
• Experience in HR policies and procedures, with an understanding of HR best practices, current regulations, and compliance
• Additional experience in staffing processes and tools for relevancy
• Experience in Business Administration disciplines, including Government contracting