Human Resources Specialist

Human Resources (HR) Specialist

Valor is a dynamic and innovative manufacturing company with a proven track record of delivering exceptional solutions to government agencies, including the military and/or law enforcement.

The Human Resources (HR) Specialist is responsible for supporting Valor's workforce needs primarily through the talent acquisition process/full life cycle recruitment, including preparing job descriptions, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, communicating/contacting, interviewing and selecting, extending offers with negotiations and contingency requirements, and gainfully onboarding the new hire. The ideal candidate must be committed to objectively attracting, supporting, and retaining employees while ensuring the organization remains compliant with employment laws and maintains a positive and professional workplace culture. This role will also assist with employee relations, benefits administration, training, compliance, and implementing HR policies in a pleasant and cordial manner.

This position requires use of information and data which is subject to US Export Regulations, including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. 120 et seq., and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 C.F.R. 730 et seq. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S Government.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive, screen all incoming telephone calls and connect them to appropriate contact.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard team members, including scheduling related events and coordinating calendars with Hiring Managers or Payroll.
• Responsible for managing staffing and recruiting strategies for assigned recruitment, including compensation data.
• Monitor New Hire Enrollments and assist with annual Open Enrollment and other benefit offering transactions or events.
• Draft and transmit offer letters and other related memoranda to applicants regardless of recorded ATS disposition.
• Maintain the integrity of all job descriptions and endeavor to review and revise them consistently. Ensure proper retention via appropriate SharePoint site and folders.
• Maintain internal and external job postings/announcements across multiple platforms.
• Maintain the Company's online career page and contribute to website design efforts.
• Ensure bulletin boards and labor law posters are current and comply with all federal/state/local laws.
• Conduct new hire orientation and exit interviews.
• Draft and enforce compliance with job instructions, policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate urgency regarding employee leave requests and monitor requisite tracking.
• Participate in conflict resolution, including employee relations issues and workplace investigations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Coordinate and/or facilitate training and professional development programs.
• Maintain digital employee records and physical HR documentation using various office products and machines.
• Support establishing individual employees and overall company's performance management goals.
• Support HR Operations and associated KPIs and metrics.
• Keep HR Office team member(s) informed of issues and resolutions in an effective, accurate, and timely manner and support other HR staff members with projects, workload, etc. as needed.
• Build rapport throughout the workforce and ensure the HR Office is responsive and welcoming.
• Use discretion and maintain confidentiality when handling documents and engaging in workplace-related conversations on premises or elsewhere.
• Support Lean 5S initiatives to achieve a workplace that is clean, uncluttered, safe, and well organized to help reduce waste and optimize productivity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Core Values:

Upholding these values is crucial for fulfilling our mission and meeting the precise needs of our customers. These principles serve as the foundational core of our company, and we expect all of our employees to embody them in their actions.

• Integrity: We always do the right thing.
• Respect: Speak the way you want to be spoken to. Listen the way you want to be listened to.
• Accountability: It is our responsibility to take action, ask questions, seek answers, and deliver.
• Customer Care: We value our customers. We listen and serve because they matter.
• Continuous Improvement: We will work to be better today than we were yesterday.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Card Holder
• Must pass initial and subsequent background checks
• Must pass preemployment and subsequent drug and alcohol screenings
• Must comply with internal non-disclosure agreement requirements
• Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend the English language, including legalese and acronyms.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Accurately demonstrate basic math skills (addition, subtraction, and decimals)
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including email etiquette.
• Awareness of employment laws, federal contractor regulations, and dedication to HR best practices.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Experience with HR software and databases, including SharePoint.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite or related software especially Outlook and Excel.
• Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; depending on qualifications two or more years of dedicated HR experience may be substituted for education requirement. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply!

Physical Requirements:

• RARE (less than 10%): crawling, climbing.
• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body-twisting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., reaching, range-of-motion, lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs, balancing, lifting up to 50 lbs.
• FREQUENT (up to 66%): walking, talking, sitting, standing, writing, maintaining concentration, lifting up to 10 lbs. gripping.
• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): maintain focus; typing, reading, speaking clearly, seeing distant, seeing, hearing-speech-range, depth-perception, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, and near vision including clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less to work with small objects or read small/fine print, including use of computers, copy machines, facsimiles, and printers or scanners.

Benefits: We offer Company Paid Holidays, PTO, health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plans with a match, and various supplemental coverages.

Application Process: We invite you to apply for the HR Specialist position to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional solutions that make a difference.

Regular Schedule: 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday; overtime subject to approval.

Hiring Range: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour; the role is non-exempt and has no direct reports. The anticipated starting hourly wage is based on the posted minimum requirements for this position. The wage offered will be based upon the selected applicant's education, training, and experience.

Deadline to Apply: September 21, 2026, at Noon (MST); role will be closed sooner if filled.