Human Resources Manager

Management Solutions LLC • Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead all aspects of HR for a growing small business. This role provides both strategic leadership and hands-on execution, overseeing a small HR team and partnering closely with leadership to ensure HR programs effectively support project delivery, compliance, employee engagement, retention, workforce development, and organizational growth.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including management responsibilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field required
• Experience in government contracting required (DOE experience a plus)
• Direct experience with OFCCP compliance, Affirmative Action Plans (AAP), and federal reporting requirements required; Service Contract Act (SCA) experience a plus
• Strong background in employee relations, engagement, retention, training and development, and benefits administration
• Proven experience leading and developing HR staff, and supporting recruitment/talent acquisition efforts
• Experience supporting a project-based, consulting, or government contracting workforce in a growth environment
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Demonstrated ability to contribute strategically to organizational growth and direction
• Proven ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization and balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution in a dynamic environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and applicant tracking systems
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to federal contract and/or security clearance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR operations, including employee relations, engagement, performance management, and training/development programs
• Build and enhance HR programs, systems, and processes to support organizational growth and scalability
• Partner with leadership to align HR strategy with business objectives, contract delivery needs, and workforce planning
• Develop and implement retention strategies to support a stable, high-performing workforce in a project-based consulting environment
• Design and implement employee training and development initiatives, including leadership development and career pathing
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, fostering a credible, employee-centered HR function and positive workplace culture
• Support and partner on recruitment and workforce planning efforts, aligning staffing strategies with project and contract needs
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and applicable government contracting requirements (EEO-1, OFCCP, and related reporting/Affirmative Action compliance)
• Oversee compensation strategy, including market benchmarking, salary structure design, and merit planning
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook
• Manage and mentor HR team members and ensure efficient payroll, benefits, and HR processes
• Use data and metrics to assess HR effectiveness and drive business-aligned improvements in retention, performance, and workforce outcomes
• Lead and support organizational change management initiatives, ensuring effective communication and organizational alignment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level