HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT 2

Req ID: 48633
Team: K21 TALENT ACQUISITION
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes


Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework


Travel Requirements: No


Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start


Salary Range: $45,000.00 to $57,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII's Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees - including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders - HII's Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We're the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) is seeking a Human Resources Assistant to join our team to support all administrative functions related to the onboarding of new employees and processing of internal transfers. This position is multi-faceted and handles all initiation of pre-employment requirements, such as background investigations, scheduling of drug screens and physicals and verification of new hire documents. The environment is very fast paced, so the ability to multi-task will be important as you review documents for accuracy, schedule candidate interviews, and confirm start dates with new employees. The candidate experience is important to us, so we are looking for another positive communicator to ensure lines of communication are open and responses are timely. Plan now to positively impact the workforce by developing connections with candidates and stakeholders to efficiently and effectively achieve team goals.

We win or lose as a team, so experience working effectively in a team setting is important. We answer the call, so working with a sense of urgency and being highly responsive will keep us connected. We solve problems, so critical thinking skills and a willingness to collaborate to find the best solution is how we will win. If you are ready to take the next step in your HR career path, join our team and come build your career with us.


Performs a variety of general personnel/clerical tasks in such areas as employee records, benefits, education/training, employment, compensation, and equal employment opportunity. Maintains both manual and automated personnel records, collects and compiles sensitive and confidential personnel statistics and prepares reports. In accordance with procedures, furnishes information to authorized persons and/or agencies. Provides information to all levels of employees regarding personnel policies and procedures.

Must Have

High School/GED and 2 years of additional education and/or experience

Nice to Have

Candidate should be comfortable working in databases and with various software programs (DOMA, Excel, SuccessFactors and SAP)

Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.


Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

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