Lawelawe

HR Business Partner

Lawelawe Management Group - Chantilly, VA - Full Time

About Us
Lawelawe is a Native Hawaiian Owned Small Disadvantaged Business (NHO SDB) that specializes in providing a range of services to federal government clients, including program management, digital solutions, human capital and training, and medical staffing. Lawelawe leverages our NHO status to secure federal contracts that not only drive business success but also support our overall mission to uplift economically disadvantaged Native Hawaiian families and preserve the Native Hawaiian heritage. 

Your Role
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will join the corporate office team in Chantilly, Virginia. The HRBP Leads and manages the people management related agenda for an internal client of the organization. The HRBP acts as a partner, assuming a significant leadership role in the people management area and acts as the facilitator for the management team of the internal client. Acts as a single point of contact for the employees and managers.

How You'll Make an Impact 
The HRBP will work on HR related projects and manages HR related internal and external communication. Acts as the performance improvement driver and provokes positive changes in the people management.  Actively support discussions and transfers best practices from different functions in the organization. Designs job descriptions and pay scales for key talent and key job positions. May personally recruit key talent for the internal client.

Responsibilities
  • Assists in effectively coordinating, communicating, and facilitating the implementation and administration of all HR projects and initiatives included in the corporation’s activities.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with management personnel to provide a communication channel for existing business and for developing future business possibilities.
  • Act as project manager for special projects as directed which may include planning and coordinating multiple presentations, disseminating information, and organizing company-wide events.
  • Assist in the management of daily schedule and overall calendar, organize and maintain files and office for an effective and professional work area.
  • Conduct New Employee/New Hire Orientation and onboarding functions related to set up.   
  • Responds to information requests on behalf of the corporation and its portfolio of clients as directed.
  • Prepares summaries of reports and information as directed.
  • Assist in developing and monitoring the achievement of various department goals and objectives. 
  • Other miscellaneous job-related and HR and Talent Acquisition duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
Education and Experience
  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • 3+ years of related experience in a Human Resources Business Partner position or related HR position required.  Experience in federal government contracting preferred.  
  • Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) in Business Administration or related field or a four-year accredited college or university preferred. Extensive work experience will be considered in lieu of education OR Associate's Degree (A.A.) from two-year college or technical school required. Extensive work experience will be considered in lieu of education
  • Proficient with all Microsoft Office programs and other miscellaneous business software.
  • Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work in a deadline driven environment.
  • Maintain a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy.
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. 
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small groups situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Why You'll Love Working Here
  • A competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Access to company-provided retirement savings options with matching contributions
  • Opportunities for professional growth and continued learning
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Mission-driven, community-focused work
  • Additional perks such as discounts on various services and products
Security Clearance
None required for this position

Supervisory Responsibility
None required for this position.

Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and other office equipment and systems.  

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time.
  • Occasionally moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
  • Expresses or exchanges ideas by means of the spoken word.  Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly or quickly.
  • Frequently moves standard office equipment up to 25 pounds.
  • Must be able to work indoor conditions 90% of the time
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. We offer a hybrid remote work environment, and typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Evening and weekend hours as required by business need.

Travel
Travel is expected to be less than 10% of the time for this position.



 

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Candidates possessing the necessary qualifications for the position will be considered.

Lawelawe Management Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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