Human Resources Generalist

C2 Essentials, Inc•Virginia Beach, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1996, C2 Essentials has provided Human Capital Management services, specializing in supporting federal contractors. We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Human Resources Generalist who understands employment law, exercises good judgment, and enjoys solving real workplace issues. C2 uses modern technology, automation, and AI to streamline routine administrative work, allowing our HR professionals to focus on employee relations, employment law, problem-solving, and client support.

Requirements

4–7 years of hands-on HR Generalist experience
Strong working knowledge of federal and state employment laws
Hands-on employee relations and performance management experience
Experience with disciplinary actions, terminations, complaints, and investigations
Strong research, judgment, and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate confidently with employees, managers, and business leaders
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines
Comfortable learning and using new technology and AI tools
Comfortable working in a fast-moving, on-site environment

Nice To Haves

Multi-state HR experience
PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent certification

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day HR guidance to clients
Advise on employee relations and performance management
Apply federal and state employment laws to workplace situations
Handle disciplinary actions, terminations, employee complaints, and workplace investigations
Research employment-law and HR questions and provide clear, practical guidance
Develop and maintain policies, procedures, handbooks, and employee communications
Support the full employee lifecycle from onboarding through separation
Navigate multi-state employment requirements
Manage multiple client issues and priorities simultaneously
Use technology, automation, and AI to improve efficiency
Take ownership of issues and follow them through resolution