Human Resources Manager

Dagen Personnel; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dagen Personnel is hiring an experienced Human Resources Manager in Arlington, Virginia to shape its people strategy. The role involves leading HR initiatives, coaching leaders, and managing employee relations while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have at least ten years of HR experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a passion for building teams. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strategic mindset, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of experience as an HR generalist.
• Expert with modern ATS and HRIS platforms.
• Ability to manage several concurrent projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an HR point of contact for the Arlington office.
• Coach and guide leadership and employees on employee relations matters.
• Manage employee onboarding and off-boarding.

Skills

HR experience

HR systems/technology experience

Proactive

Collaborative and service-oriented

Growth-oriented

Creative problem solver

Strong communication skills

Education

US and/or global SHRM/PHR HR certifications

Tools

Greenhouse

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Human Resources Manager to join a growing organization and play a key role in shaping its people strategy. Reporting to the Vice President, Human Resources, this position will lead and support initiatives across talent management, employee relations, compliance, performance management, learning and development, and organizational growth. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with experience building and developing teams in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment. This individual will bring a strategic mindset, challenge traditional approaches, and partner with leaders across the business to deliver innovative people solutions that drive engagement, performance, and long‑term success.

Responsibilities

• Serves as an HR point of contact for the Arlington office.
• Coach and guide leadership and employees on employee relations matters, conduct internal investigations regarding workplace issues and provide guidance and recommendations for a resolution.
• Advise on matters related to compliance and employment law.
• Manage employee onboarding and off‑boarding.
• Protect our people and organization by supporting the creation of accessible HR policies and procedures that are compliant with federal and local laws and enhance the company's culture.
• Support planning and implementation of company‑wide HR initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of HR policies and procedures and best practices.
• Manage the performance management process including performance reviews, disciplinary documentation, and performance improvement plans.
• Lead HR team members and serve as a primary point of escalation.

Qualifications

• HR experience: You have ten or more years of experience as an HR generalist and are passionate about the role HR can play in an organization. You are excited to learn about the newest and best practices and to help the organization craft a unique and progressive employment brand. US and/or global SHRM/PHR HR certifications are a plus.
• HR systems/technology experience. You are an expert with modern ATS and HRIS platforms and are constantly thinking about how to simplify processes with technical solutions. Greenhouse and/or ADP Workforce Now experience a plus.
• Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented. You can manage several concurrent projects at once, keeping track of the details involved with each and ensuring that nothing falls through the cracks.
• Collaborative and service-oriented. You greet everyone you encounter with a collaborative spirit, kindness, and empathy. You maintain strong relationships and remain responsive to each team member’s unique needs.
• Growth-oriented. You are always seeking to better yourself and your work, and you will push yourself to the peak of performance to help fulfill our mission. In service of that growth, you welcome and delight in feedback from supervisors, employees, and colleagues.
• Nimble, creative problem solver. Although careful planning and execution define your work, you are positive and graceful when unexpected challenges arise. You are not scared of the challenge of balancing the need for global, unifying systems with the individual needs of our diverse team.
• Strong communication skills. In addition to your ability to articulate your thoughts clearly and concisely to many different audiences both in writing and verbally, you understand the power of words and have the unique gift of coaching others on how to appropriately express themselves.