Senior Manager, Human Resources

LCG, Inc.•Rockville, MD

2d•$147,000 - $165,000•Hybrid

About The Position

LCG is seeking a Senior Manager, Human Resources to lead the HR function for a federal IT government contractor. This is a full time, hybrid position requiring onsite presence two (2) days per week at our Rockville, MD office. This position leads a small HR team and stays close to the work, directing HR and talent acquisition staff while personally handling compensation, compliance, and employee relations. The Senior Manager advises LCG Leadership on HR issues and federal and state employment law, provides input on strategic decisions and the HR budget, and resolves escalated issues that require coordination across departments. This position reports to the VP, Finance. The Senior Manager owns LCG’s compensation program, including pricing roles for hiring and for federal proposals and recompetes, and builds staffing plans for new business in partnership with the Growth team. The role also keeps LCG compliant as a federal contractor, including affirmative action plans and required federal reporting. The ideal candidate is an experienced, practical HR leader with federal government contracting experience who can manage the full range of HR programs, make sound decisions, and work effectively with leaders across the company.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years managing HR staff.
Broad experience across HR functions, including employee relations, compensation, benefits, payroll deductions, and compliance.
Experience pricing roles with salary survey data, including job architecture, benchmarking, and pay equity review.
Experience leading recruiting and talent acquisition, preferably for federal contract positions.
Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), FMLA, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Title VII.
Experience administering an HRIS and producing HR reports.
Strong judgment and the ability to resolve sensitive, escalated issues fairly and consistently.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain HR programs, policies, and changes clearly to employees and leaders.
Ability and willingness to work onsite two (2) days per week at the Rockville, MD office is required.

Nice To Haves

HR experience with a federal government contractor, including Service Contract Act (SCA) and affirmative action plan requirements.
Experience supporting federal proposals with staffing plans and workforce planning.
Experience with ADP Workforce Now.
SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM SCP) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification.

Responsibilities

Lead LCG’s HR function and direct HR and talent acquisition staff across recruiting, compensation, benefits, employee relations, and compliance.
Partner with LCG Leadership on HR plans and workforce needs that support company goals, and provide input on strategic decisions and the HR budget.
Advise leaders on HR issues and changing organizational needs, and recommend practical solutions.
Lead LCG’s compensation program, including job architecture, salary benchmarking, and pay ranges, with LCG Leadership approving pay practices.
Price roles using market survey data for new hires, promotions, and pay changes.
Partner with Finance and the Growth team to price labor categories and key personnel for new business proposals and recompetes.
Review pay equity across LCG and recommend adjustments to keep pay fair and consistent.
Direct talent acquisition staff, approve offers, and resolve hiring escalations.
Partner with hiring managers and contract leads on hiring priorities for contract and corporate positions.
Build staffing plans for new business proposals and recompetes in partnership with the Growth team, including recruiting approach and plans to retain incumbent staff.
Manage LCG’s benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and the 401(k) retirement plan.
Lead annual open enrollment and plan renewals with the broker and carriers.
Oversee leave administration, including Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave alongside short and long term disability.
Oversee 401(k) plan compliance, including review of annual nondiscrimination testing.
Own LCG’s annual affirmative action plans for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and direct outreach, recruitment, and required recordkeeping.
Complete required employment reporting on time, including the annual EEO 1 and VETS 4212 reports and state new hire reporting.
Develop and update HR policies and programs in partnership with LCG Leadership.
Manage employee relations matters, including investigations, performance concerns, and escalated employee issues.
Coach managers on employee relations, performance management, and consistent application of policy.
Oversee HR’s part of payroll processing in ADP, primarily deductions, and partner with Finance on payroll quality checks.
Administer workers’ compensation claims and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recordkeeping and reporting.
Evaluate, select, and manage HR vendors, including payroll, benefits, and retirement plan providers.
Administer the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and related tools, and report on HR activity.
Develop and deliver internal communications to employees and managers on HR programs and changes.