Human Resources Function Specialist, Senior

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 69,400 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Senior Human Resources Function Specialist to deliver HR operations, advise on policies and performance issues, and partner with teams to improve HR efficiency from the Washington DC area.

The role requires strong HR partner experience, Workday knowledge, and a commitment to service excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as an HR business partner or similar advisory role.
• Experience shaping organizational policies and HR programs.
• Guiding leaders on performance and behavior issues, incl. PIP.
• Delivering best-in-class service to internal customers.
• Handling sensitive employee situations and risk in large orgs.
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-volume environments.
• Ability to drive projects and organizational change initiatives.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR or 7+ years employee relations in lieu.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR operational support to leaders, managers and staff company-wide.
• Coach on performance and behavior management, discipline, departures, policy interpretation, conflicts of interest, risk mitigation.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop innovative HR solutions and scalable processes.
• Apply critical thinking to continuous improvement and HR efficiency.

Skills

HR business partner

Policy advisory

Performance management

Internal service delivery

Employee relations

Workday HRIS

HR technology / AI tools

Employment law knowledge

Analytical skills

SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

7+ years employee relations in lieu of degree

Tools

Workday HRIS

AI HR tools

Job description

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Human Resources Function Specialist, Senior

The Opportunity:

Apply extensive technical expertise and full industry knowledge in the Human Resources function to provide Human Resources operational support to leaders, managers, and employees across the company. Coach and advise on complex, time-sensitive issues in performance and behavior management, disciplinary actions, employee departures, policy interpretation, conflicts of interest, and risk mitigation. Partner with other teams to develop innovative solutions to complex problems and provide exceptional service to our customers. Leverage critical thinking to focus on continuous improvement and solutions to drive efficiencies and scalability of the HR function. This position is located in the Washington Metro area. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

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You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in Human Resources business partner roles
• Experience advising on the content of organizational policies and HR programs and processes
• Experience guiding leaders on performance and behavior issues, including administration and facilitation of performance improvement plans
• Experience providing best-in-class service delivery to internal customers
• Experience managing sensitive, critical employee situations and assessing risk in large organizations
• Experience working in a fast paced and high-volume environment
• Ability to contribute to projects and support organizational change initiatives to create impact and improve customer experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources and 3+ years of experience with employee relations, or 7+ years of experience with employee relations in lieu of a degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with Workday HRIS
• Experience with technology or AI solutions related to HR
• Experience working in the technology or government services industry
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations
• Possession of excellent analytical, conflict-resolution, and problem-solving skills
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) Certification

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.