Human Resources Director

HR Director/HRBP General Administration - Germantown, Maryland Job Title: Human Resources Director/HRBP Location: Germantown MD-onsite Job Summary The HR Director / HRBP will serve as a strategic partner to leadership, responsible for building and scaling HR infrastructure that supports business growth, technical talent acquisition, and organizational effectiveness. This role combines hands‑on execution with high-level strategy across compensation, performance management, workforce planning, and employee engagement Duties and Responsibilities Partner with executive leadership to align HR strategy with business goals (growth, contracts, product development) Translate business needs into workforce planning (headcount, skills, org design) Act as a trusted advisor on organizational structure, leadership effectiveness, and team performance Support scaling efforts while maintaining company culture Design and implement competitive compensation frameworks for engineering and corporate roles Benchmark salaries against DMV tech + defense market Base salary structures and leveling Bonus programs (performance-based, company-based, milestone-driven) Incentive plans aligned with revenue, contracts, or product delivery Partner with finance on budgeting and compensation planning cycles Ensure internal equity and external competitiveness Build and roll out a formal performance review process Drive a high-performance culture while maintaining engagement Evaluate and implement HR systems (HRIS, ATS, performance tools) Create scalable policies and documentation Partner with hiring managers to build structured hiring processes Improve candidate experience and reduce time-to-hire Develop sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill technical roles (DSP, RF, embedded) Develop retention strategies for key technical talent Lead initiatives around culture, communication, and employee experience Manage employee relations issues with a balanced, business-oriented approach Ensure compliance and risk management Maintain employee records, policies, and audit readiness Qualifications S. Citizenship required Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3+ years in a strategic HRBP or leadership role Experience with Tech, engineering, or GovCon environments Proven ability to partner with senior leadership Experience supporting employees in a federal government contracting environment Familiarity with federal HR compliance requirements, including I-9, EEO, and related regulations Understanding of government contracting requirements and the ability to support employees in navigating related policies and procedures Experience working in a cleared facility or supporting cleared personnel Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, including creating reports and presentations Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team Maxtena is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr