Technical Recruiter/Human Resources (Hr) Generalist

NIRA, Inc. is looking for a full-time Technical Recruiter/Human Resources (HR) Generalist who is responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process for technical positions and providing general HR support. This role involves collaborating with hiring managers, sourcing and attracting top-tier talent, conducting interviews, and ensuring a positive candidate experience. Additionally, the individual will be involved in various HR functions, such as employee relations, onboarding, and policy implementation.

The candidate is going to be on a hybrid working schedule and location. 1-2 day(s) a week in DC office.

Responsibilities:

• Technical Recruiter
  • Collaborates with hiring managers to understand the needs and roles to be filled; reviews job descriptions for vacancies.
  • Assists with the development and revision of specifications and job descriptions for selected positions.
  • Identifies the most effective methods for recruiting and attracting candidates.
  • Drafts recruitment advertisements; posts and/or places ads in the most effective digital and/or print media for open positions.
  • Selects one or more placement agencies to assist with recruitment process.
  • Identifies appropriate candidates and assesses qualifications through review of resumes, interviews, and other forms of communications.
  • Connects qualified candidates with hiring managers.
  • Maintains contact with candidates to keep them apprised of the status of applications.
  • Provides advice to hiring managers regarding salary negotiations with final candidates.
  • Facilitates contacts by creating and maintaining a presence in the technical/industry community and marketplace.
• Human Resources Generalist
  • Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
  • Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
  • Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
  • Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
  • Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
  • Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices.
  • Administers benefits to include enrolling new hires, processing benefit change requests, draft employee communications, assisting with Open Enrollment process, reconciling, and auditing benefits invoices, and serving as a liaison between employees and benefits brokers.
  • Researches and responds to general employee and manager inquiries related to benefits, NIRA policies, and other HR related topics.
  • Maintains personnel files according to federal regulations and NIRA procedures.
  • Streamline and improve processes and implement process enhancements.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of technology, technical roles and technical skills.
• Thorough understanding of recruiting methods and best practices, as well as applicable policies and federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.

• At least three years of related recruiting experience required, with prior experience in technical roles a plus.
• At least two years of human resource generalist experience preferred.
• Experience with government contracting preferred.

Salary: From $70,000.00 per year

NIRA offers competitive compensation packages including employer-paid health, life and disability insurance coverages, 401(k) plans with generous employer matching contribution vested immediately.