HR Specialist
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Job Location:
Huntsville, AL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Title:
HR SpecialistProgram Summary:
KBRs Defense and Technology Solutions (DTS) business unit delivers comprehensive engineering and technical solutions across the lifecycle of military systems on land at sea in the air and in space. By integrating emerging technologies with deep platform expertise KBR enhances mission effectiveness on a global scale. With capabilities in digital engineering RDT&E cyber AI modeling and simulation and rapid prototyping KBR provides innovative solutions that drive defense and security advancements.
Job Summary:
KBR is seeking a detail oriented highly organized HR Specialist who will provide a blend of Human Resources support Executive Assistant support to the Sr. HR Director and operational assistance on talent development initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment is proactive and enjoys supporting both strategic HR functions and senior leadership operations.
Under direct supervision the selected candidate will collaborate closely with HR leadership to perform routine HR assignments maintain consistent processes and deliver timely accurate support to managers and employees. Responsibilities include executing established HR procedures supporting senior leadership with administrative needs and assisting in the coordination and delivery of talent development activities. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail exceptional organizational skills and the ability to navigate change while maintaining a high standard of service in a fastpaced environment.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Human Resources Support
- Conduct new employee orientations and support all onboarding requirements including I-9 processing and documentation management.
- Reviewing and preparing offer letters and/or preparing salary analyses
- Complete employment verifications respond to unemployment claims and maintain accurate employee records.
- Pull analyze and report HR metrics using Workday.
- Support monthly manager reviews staff meetings and HR projects using Excel PowerPoint and Workday.
- Handle sensitive information with high levels of confidentiality and sound judgment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Executive Assistant Support to the Sr. HR Director
- Provide proactive administrative support including complex calendar management and meeting coordination.
- Arrange domestic and international travel itineraries.
- Prepare presentations briefing materials and executive level reports for weekly monthly and quarterly meetings.
- Support internal and external communications on behalf of HR leadership.
Talent Development & Operations Support
- Assist in implementing talent development initiatives across the business.
- Support project tracking deliverables and alignment of priorities across teams.
- Collaborate on learning programs leadership development activities and workforce development projects as bandwidth allows.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree or equivalent related experience.
- 2 years of relevant Human Resources experience.
- Experience with Workday or comparable HRIS tools.
- Strong proficiency with PowerPoint Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.
- Excellent organization communication (written & verbal) and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage competing priorities effectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a large engineering or professional services business with structured HR processes and policies is desired.
- Experience supporting senior leaders or executives including travel and calendar management.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to prepare high quality presentations and briefing materials.
- Proficiency in Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint SharePoint and Teams.
- Exposure to talent development learning & development or other HR specialty areas.
- SHRM/HR Certification
This is a full-time position (40 hours/week) Monday-Friday working in a professional office environment.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match medical dental vision life insurance AD&D flexible spending account disability paid time off or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Belong Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin veteran status genetic information union status and/or beliefs or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Employee Relations
- Typing
- Succession Planning
- Human Resources Management
- Military Experience
- Case Management
- Benefits Administration
- HRIS
- Payroll
- ADP
- Human Resources
- Leadership Experience
