Title: Sr. Human Resource Specialist

Location:  Client site - Hybrid – Springfield, VA

Contract duration: May-September

Company Background

Since its founding in 2007, APV's portfolio of clients has grown significantly. As a well-established, woman-owned, Small Business Association-certified 8(a) company, APV has become a small business leader in supporting a multitude of clients, from more than 15 federal and state agencies, including the Department of Defense, to civilian organizations. As of 2021, APV has executed 70 plus prime contracts and received exceptional performance and client service ratings. APV is currently working on more than 30 government projects. APV has a wide portfolio of contracts and “Best-in-Class” contract vehicles, including GSA MAS, OASIS Small Business, and 8(A) Pool 1, CIO-SP3 SB & 8(a) across all functional areas, HCaTS, and several other industry-specific BPA and IDIQs. 

APV is a mature company dedicated to quality and exceptional delivery to meet its clients’ missions. We understand personnel is an essential part of this. We hire the best and take care of the people who work for us. We continue to maintain 96% employee satisfaction and have a high retention rate, well above the industry average for our small business peers. We do this by offering a competitive compensation plan and a leadership that is dedicated to employee growth and advancement.

Role:

APV is seeking a Senior Human Resource Specialist for a well-defined contract assignment from May – September. This role will be remote except for pre-determined meetings in Springfield, VA. This position will be responsible for conducting thorough needs assessments, reengineering HR processes to improve efficiency, and developing a range of operational and procedural documentation. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of HR functions and the ability to translate business requirements into effective HR practices and solutions.

Duties: 

• Needs Assessment: Conduct detailed analyses of current HR capabilities and identify areas needing enhancement or overhaul. Collaborate with HR leadership and other stakeholders to prioritize needs and plan implementations.
• Process Reengineering: Lead the redesign of existing HR processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Apply best practices in process design to ensure alignment with overall business goals.
• Operational Documentation: Develop, write, and update Standard Operational Procedures (SOPs) that clearly communicate HR policies and procedures.
• Procedural Manuals: Create comprehensive procedural manuals that guide HR operations and ensure compliance with legal and organizational standards.
• Terminology Dictionaries: Develop and maintain HR terminology dictionaries to ensure consistency and clarity across all HR documentation and communications.
• Training and Development: Design and conduct training sessions for HR and other departmental staff on new processes and documentation to ensure smooth adoption and compliance.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior HR role, with a proven track record in process reengineering and HR documentation.
• Strong knowledge of HR functions, laws, and best practices.
• Exceptional writing and documentation skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in HRIS systems and MS Office, especially in creating detailed reports and presentations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working effectively with all levels of staff and management.

About A P Ventures

A P Ventures is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status. Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability candidates are encouraged to apply. Qualified military veterans are encouraged to apply.