Director of Human Resources Operations

Title Director of Human Resources Operations Job ID 2026-6849 Job Locations US-VA-Arlington Category Human Resources Type Full-Time Salaried Company Na Aliʻi Location : Location US-VA-Arlington Job Post Information* : External Company Name Na Alii Consulting & Sales LLC. Job Post Information* : External Company URL
The following reflects managements definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. HR Operations Leadership & Service Delivery Lead and manage HR Business Partners HRIS Benefits Compensation Compliance and Employee Relations teams Define and monitor HR operational KPIs SLAs and service standards Ensure consistent application of policies procedures and practices across all HR Division business units Drive continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency accuracy and responsiveness Employee Relations & Risk Mitigation Serve as senior escalation authority for complex employee relations matters including investigations performance management issues disciplinary actions and terminations Provide expert guidance to subordinates conducting structured investigations and ensure defensible documentation and risk mitigation practices Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on performance management conflict resolution and corrective action Identify workforce trends and proactively mitigate legal reputational and operational risk Compliance & Regulatory Oversight Ensure compliance with federal state and local employment laws and contract-specific requirements (e.g. SCA OFCCP wage/hour regulations) Oversee internal audits reporting requirements and documentation standards Maintain current knowledge of evolving labor laws and regulatory changes impacting a multi-state workforce Partner with Legal Compliance and Contracts to mitigate employment-related risk exposure HRIS Technology & Data Management Oversee HRIS strategy system optimization data integrity and user adoption Partner with IT to ensure secure compliant and integrated HR systems Leverage technology to automate workflows improve reporting accuracy and enhance employee self-service capabilities Lead implementation and optimization of AI-enabled HR tools (e.g. analytics dashboards case management systems workflow automation) Establish data governance practices and ensure workforce data accuracy and reporting integrity Compensation & Benefits Administration Oversee administration of compensation programs salary structures and market benchmarking Ensure compliance with wage/hour regulations and Service Contract Act requirements where applicable Manage benefits administration to ensure cost-effectiveness vendor performance and regulatory compliance Partner with Finance to support labor cost analysis and workforce budgeting HR Business Partner Leadership Lead and develop HRBPs to serve as strategic advisors to business leaders Ensure alignment between business objectives and HR execution Strengthen capability in workforce planning performance management employee relations and organizational design Build consistency in leadership support across Lines of Business and People Managers Budget & Operational Stewardship Support development and management of the HR operational budget Identify cost-saving opportunities through automation vendor optimization and process redesign Improve operational efficiency without compromising compliance or employee experience
Skills/Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proven supervisory and leadership skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint. Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations. Strong employee relations expertise with demonstrated experience handling complex investigations and multi-state workforce issues Deep knowledge of federal and state employment laws particularly within a government contracting environment Strong compliance orientation and risk management capability Demonstrated proficiency in HR technology HRIS optimization and workflow automation Experience leveraging HR analytics and data to inform decision-making Operational leadership mindset with strong execution discipline Ability to influence and advise leaders while maintaining appropriate objectivity and compliance standards Strong written and verbal communication skills Proven supervisory and team leadership effectiveness Education and Experience: Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field. Masters degree (or equivalent) in HR Business Organizational Development or related field preferred Minimum 10 years in diversified experience in Human Resources operational practices benefits employee relations data management leave management on/off-boarding and employment law (COBRA HIPAA FMLA ADA EEOC FLSA etc.) SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification preferred Demonstrated experience overseeing HRIS platforms and HR technology implementations Experience managing HRBPs and operational HR teams in a geographically dispersed organization Clearance: Must be able to obtain an active SECRET security clearance. Must be a U.S. citizen. Location: Must be able to come onsite in Arlington Virginia 4 days a week. Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must at a minimum be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation: Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands wrists and fingers. Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations. Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer. The Nakupuna Companies use a market-based compensation strategy to ensure that our employees are compensated within applicable market ranges commensurate with multiple factors including but not limited to the individuals particular combination of education knowledge skills competencies and experience as well as contract-specific affordability organizational requirements and position location. The projected compensation range for this position is $120000.00 to $180000.00 (annualized USD). The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Nakupuna Companies total compensation package for employees.

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