HR Generalist/Manager

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Job Title: Full time - HR Generalist/Manager

Job Description

The HR Manager/Generalist will oversee and execute all human resources functions for a small government contracting organization. This role combines strategic HR leadership with hands-on administration, ensuring compliance with federal contracting requirements, labor laws, and company policies. The position supports workforce planning, employee relations, talent acquisition, benefits administration, and HR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with OFCCP and government contracting requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for employee relations issues.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including EEO and affirmative action requirements.
• Administer policies and procedures aligned with FAR and related regulations.
• Oversee onboarding, offboarding, and personnel file maintenance.
• Manage HRIS data integrity and reporting.
• Coordinate benefits enrollment and manage vendor relationships.
• Support performance management processes and employee development initiatives.
• Advise leadership on workforce planning and succession strategies.
• Partner with Facility Security Officer (FSO) to ensure clearance requirements are met for employees.
  
  

Essential Skills

• 5 to 7 years of HR experience, preferably in small business settings.
• Experience in federal government contracting HR.
• Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, OFCCP compliance, and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment is a small business setting that values teamwork. The organization is looking to double in size by next year, offering a dynamic and growth-oriented atmosphere.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fairfax, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.86 - $52.88/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Fairfax,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 26, 2025.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com ( astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

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