Director, Human Resources
About The Position
Hive Group is seeking a hands-on Director of Human Resources to lead People Operations and support its growing business. The role guides and executes core HR functions across the employee lifecycle, including workforce planning, onboarding, benefits and total rewards administration, performance management, employee relations, and compliance. The Director works closely with corporate leadership and hiring managers to implement practical HR initiatives, streamline operational workflows, and align HR practices with company culture and federal contracting standards. The position is hybrid, based at Hive Group’s McLean, Virginia headquarters, with one to two telework days per week. The Director leads and supports internal department staff, advises executive leadership on HR strategy and workforce planning, oversees HR operations and reporting, and helps foster an inclusive, high-engagement culture for on-site and client-site personnel.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least 10 years of progressive, comprehensive HR and operational experience covering the full employee lifecycle.
- Experience serving in an HR lead or team lead capacity, guiding internal staff and supporting employees across a company.
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment regulations, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, and Title VII, and familiarity with federal contractor workplace standards.
- Demonstrated proficiency administering enterprise HRIS platforms.
- Ability to balance operational execution with strategic support in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills and a detail-oriented approach to HR data and compliance.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills across organizational levels.
- Discretion in handling sensitive, confidential personnel and business information.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting workforce operations in the federal government contracting (GovCon) ecosystem.
- Active professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.
- Familiarity with federal contractor compliance reporting, including OFCCP guidelines, Affirmative Action Plans, or Service Contract Act administration.
- Experience leading Human Resources or Talent Acquisition teams in a managerial capacity.
- Advanced user or administrative experience configuring workflows and custom reports in Workday or UKG.
- Experience participating in annual benefits renewals, market compensation benchmarking, or policy development.
- Experience building and leading an HR function within a small business supporting federal government clients.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily HR operations and serve as a primary contact for employee and manager questions about HR policies, procedures, and initiatives.
- Support workforce planning and organizational development in alignment with business growth and contract requirements.
- Administer employee benefits, lead annual open enrollment, and support compensation market research and total rewards reviews.
- Facilitate end-to-end new-hire onboarding and orientation.
- Lead and support department staff in strategy development, resource allocation, and execution of goals.
- Recommend HR strategies, workforce planning, and organizational development initiatives to executive leadership.
- Drive change management and foster an inclusive, high-engagement corporate culture across on-site and client-site personnel.
- Champion corporate culture initiatives, employee engagement activities, and inclusive workplace practices.
- Coordinate the company-wide performance review cycle and guide supervisors on feedback, goal setting, and employee recognition.
- Serve as an initial contact for employee relations matters, facilitate constructive conflict resolution, and escalate complex issues as appropriate.
- Support professional development, employee training, and career progression tracking.
- Administer employee feedback mechanisms, including pulse surveys and exit interviews, and summarize trends for leadership.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws, EEO regulations, and federal contractor requirements, including OFCCP and Affirmative Action Plans.
- Maintain, optimize, and use Workday HRIS to automate workflows and maintain data integrity.
- Support corporate reporting, payroll, and annual compliance functions.
- Establish HR metrics, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to track retention, turnover, and program effectiveness.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
- Company-matched retirement plan.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Paid time off and paid federal holidays.
- Professional development and continuing education support.
- Lifestyle and wellness benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
