HR Business Partner (Job ID:4549)

Valkyrie Enterprises Inc.; Wallops Island (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Valkyrie Enterprises is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to partner with employees and leadership, ensuring regulatory compliance and engaging workforce development. This hands-on role executes HR initiatives across disciplines and uses data to drive decisions in a fast-paced environment.

This position is on-site at Wallops Island, VA or Virginia Beach, VA with flexibility for occasional extended hours and travel. Strong HRIS and payroll knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field plus 5+ years of HR experience across disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR policy application.
• Self-starter with ability to manage HR tasks with minimal supervision.
• Proficient with HRIS, Excel, and digital collaboration tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
• Payroll and benefits process experience is a plus.
• Government contracting experience and certifications encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR point of contact and build trusted relationships with employees and leaders.
• Provide professional-level support across HR disciplines including employee relations and performance management.
• Coach managers on policy application and investigations with HR leadership.
• Support onboarding, transitions, and exit interviews with accurate records.
• Assist with payroll and benefits questions, coordinating with Benefits and Payroll.
• Independently manage HR initiatives and ensure timely execution.
• Anticipate workforce needs and streamline processes with technology and automation.
• Use HRIS reporting and Excel to validate data and support planning.
• Partner with HR systems/IT to troubleshoot issues and improve self-service tools.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Regulatory compliance

HR data analysis

Payroll basics

Benefits administration

Policy guidance

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Independent initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

PHR, SHRM-CP or equivalent certification preferred

Tools

Paycor

Costpoint

HRIS platforms

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Details

• Position: HR Business Partner (Job ID:4549)
• Location: Wallops Island, VA
• Job Id: 4549
• # of Openings: 1

HR Business Partner

Position is Contingent upon Contract Award

Purpose

Valkyrie Enterprises is hiring an experienced HR Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team. We’re looking for someone who brings curiosity and initiative to their work, connects naturally with people, and is energized by solving problems and helping others succeed. In this hands-on role, you’ll partner closely with employees and operational leadership to execute HR initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and strengthen employee engagement and workforce development. You’ll also use technology and data to improve HR service delivery and respond effectively to changing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

This position is based on-site at Wallops Island, VA, or our Virginia Beach, VA, location. Flexibility is required to support changing business needs, including occasional work beyond standard business hours.

Job Description

• Serve as the primary HR point of contact, providing proactive guidance and responsive support while building trusted relationships with employees, leaders, and external partners.
• Perform professional-level support across multiple HR disciplines, including employee relations, performance management, compensation, workforce development, regulatory compliance, and internal/external audit readiness.
• Coach managers on employee relations, policy application, and performance expectations, and support workplace investigations and issue resolution in partnership with HR leadership.
• Support full employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, employee transitions, and exit interviews, ensuring accurate employee records and timely updates in HR systems.
• Assist employees and managers with routine payroll and benefits questions, partnering with Benefits and Payroll to resolve issues and ensure employee changes are communicated accurately and on time.
• Independently manage assigned HR initiatives, programs, and processes, ensuring timely execution, accurate work, and consistent follow-through in alignment with business goals and compliance requirements.
• Anticipate employee and workforce needs, recommend practical solutions, and identify opportunities to simplify processes through technology, automation, and improved workflows.
• Use HRIS reporting, Excel, and other analytical tools to validate workforce data, identify trends, and provide insights that support workforce planning and business decisions.
• Partner with HR systems and IT teams to troubleshoot issues, support system enhancements, and help employees and managers effectively use HR technology and self-service tools.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of progressive professional HR experience across multiple HR disciplines.
• Must have a basic understanding of payroll processes and employee benefits, including timekeeping, pay changes, benefits eligibility, enrollment, and qualifying life events.
• Must have strong working knowledge of federal and state employment laws, experience applying HR policies and practices, and the ability to stay current on regulatory updates.
• Must be a self-starter with demonstrated ability to manage day-to-day HR responsibilities independently, anticipate needs, and carry initiatives through completion with minimal supervision.
• Must be proficient in using HRIS platforms, Microsoft Excel, and digital collaboration tools, with the ability to generate reports, analyze data, and learn new systems quickly.
• Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing demands, adapt to changing business needs, and maintain accuracy and responsiveness.
• Must exercise sound judgment, handle sensitive information with discretion, collaborate effectively across teams, and recognize when to engage HR leadership.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain processes and technology clearly, present to diverse audiences, and build trust at all levels of the organization.

Desired Qualifications

• Government contracting experience preferred, including familiarity with SCA, EEO, and applicable OFCCP requirements, preferred.
• Strong technical acumen and an automation mindset, with experience using reporting dashboards, workflow automation, or system enhancements to simplify HR processes, reduce manual work, and improve data accuracy, preferred.
• Experience with Paycor, Costpoint, or similar HR and business systems preferred.
• PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent certification preferred.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel, up to 20%.
• If position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID. (More information regarding REAL ID can be found at the DHS REAL ID website.)

Physical Requirements

• Work generally performed in an office setting but may require occasional visits to industrial or shipboard settings.
• Will normally require minor lifting and carrying of boxes of supplies/equipment.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment with Valkyrie Enterprises is contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable pre-employment requirements. Depending on the position, these may include a criminal background investigation, employment and education verification, pre-employment drug screening, driving record review, security clearance eligibility, government installation access, and any other customer or contract-specific requirements. Failure to successfully meet any required pre-employment condition may result in the withdrawal of the contingent offer of employment.

Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie's commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.

Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to eligible employees to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year