Human Resources Manager

Crown Innovations, Inc.•Arlington, VA

10h•$120,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Crown Innovations is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and oversee Human Resources operations for a growing, multi-state government contractor. This position serves as a strategic business partner responsible for ensuring legal compliance, strengthening employee programs, modernizing HR operations, and driving continuous improvement across the employee lifecycle. The Human Resources Manager will partner closely with executive leadership and the Head of Talent Acquisition to build scalable Human Resources programs that support organizational growth while delivering an exceptional employee experience. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking HR professional who embraces innovation, values operational excellence, and enjoys building efficient, compliant, and scalable HR processes. This individual should possess the confidence to respectfully challenge outdated practices, recommend data-driven improvements, and influence positive organizational change through collaboration, sound judgment, and technology. This position offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of Human Resources at Crown by implementing innovative solutions, strengthening operational excellence, and building scalable programs that support the company's continued growth. Candidates who are energized by creating structure, improving processes, leveraging technology, and making a lasting organizational impact are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is based full-time at Crown's headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum five (5) years of progressive Human Resources management experience
Experience supporting a multi-state workforce
Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now
Experience administering employee relations, benefits, leave administration, performance management, compensation, compliance, and Human Resources operations
Demonstrated experience creating or improving Human Resources processes, policies, or Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Experience utilizing Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and implementing or optimizing Human Resources technologies
Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal, coaching, and leadership abilities
Ability to influence organizational change through collaboration and sound business judgment

Nice To Haves

Government contracting experience strongly preferred
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
Experience supporting a federal government contractor
Experience implementing or optimizing HR technology platforms
Experience with electronic onboarding, electronic I-9 administration, and background screening systems
Experience developing Human Resources dashboards, workforce metrics, and executive reporting
Experience leading process improvement or organizational change initiatives

Responsibilities

Plan, lead, develop, coordinate, and continuously improve Human Resources policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Administer employee lifecycle programs including onboarding, employee records, benefits administration, leave administration, compensation, performance management, employee relations, disciplinary actions, investigations, and separations
Coordinate the company's annual performance evaluation and compensation review processes
Manage annual employee benefit renewals and administration of all employee benefit programs, including the company's 401(k) plan.
Maintain accurate employee records while ensuring confidentiality, data integrity, and regulatory compliance
Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations for a multi-state government contractor
Develop, review, and update HR policies and procedures to maintain compliance and operational consistency
Support internal and external audits, compliance reviews, government reporting requirements, and employment documentation
Maintain current knowledge of employment legislation, government contracting requirements, regulatory changes, and HR best practices
Lead continuous improvement initiatives that simplify HR operations and enhance employee experience
Evaluate, recommend, implement, and optimize HR technologies that improve efficiency, compliance, reporting, and employee self-service
Partner with executive leadership and Talent Acquisition to identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and process improvement across the employee lifecycle
Support implementation and optimization of HRIS platforms, onboarding systems, electronic I-9 solutions, background screening platforms, document management systems, and other Human Resources technologies
Develop HR metrics, dashboards, and reporting that provide meaningful workforce insights and support executive decision-making
Identify inefficiencies and proactively recommend solutions that improve scalability and operational effectiveness
Collaborate with executive leadership to align Human Resources initiatives with organizational goals and long-term growth strategies
Provide guidance to managers regarding employee relations, policy interpretation, performance management, coaching, and employment practices
Support employee development through training, leadership development, certification programs, and continuous learning initiatives
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, professionalism, innovation, and continuous improvement
Partner closely with the Head of Talent Acquisition to ensure a seamless transition from candidate acceptance through onboarding while maintaining clear ownership of Human Resources and Talent Acquisition responsibilities
Maintain open communication between Human Resources and Talent Acquisition to deliver a consistent and exceptional candidate and employee experience
Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Information Technology, and executive leadership to improve organizational processes, employee programs, and operational efficiency