People Operations Generalist II

GAMA-1 Technologies; Maryland; Remote; USD 92,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a People Operations Generalist II to enhance employee experience in a remote work environment. This role involves driving learning initiatives, managing employee relations, and supporting core HR functions like onboarding and FMLA administration. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR, particularly in government contracting, and a passion for fostering an inclusive workplace culture. Join a dynamic team dedicated to employee growth, engagement, and excellence, and make a significant impact on workplace culture and operations.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HR with focus on learning and development.
• Strong understanding of government contracting and HR requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive learning initiatives and design training programs.
• Manage employee relations and support recruitment efforts.

Skills

Employee Relations

Learning and Development

FMLA Administration

Onboarding

Recruiting Support

Process Improvement

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

5+ years in a People Operations role

1+ year in a talent-focused role

Job description

GAMA-1 Technologies is looking for People Operations Generalist II in Greenbelt, MD.
This local job opportunity with ID 3101629215 is live since 2025-03-07 05:22:58.
About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic People Operations Generalist to drive a best-in-class employee experience in a remote work environment, ideally in the DC/MD/VA area. In this role, you will serve as a culture champion, leading and supporting various initiatives that enhance engagement and workplace culture. You will also play a key role in core HR functions, including FMLA administration, onboarding, and recruiting support.

Additionally, you will collaborate with the Director of People Operations on process improvement efforts and leverage your expertise in learning and development to design and implement tailored training programs. A strong understanding of employee relations and government contracting is essential.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Drive learning and development initiatives by designing and delivering customized training programs that align with operational goals.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee relations, managing complex issues with professionalism and providing guidance to support a positive work environment.
• Handle day-to-day HR responsibilities including FMLA administration, onboarding of new hires, and supporting recruitment efforts.
• Lead and implement small process improvement initiatives to enhance HR operations and the overall employee experience.
• Collaborate with team members to foster an inclusive, productive work environment, supporting various organizational needs.
• Demonstrate understanding and application of government contracting requirements and ensure HR processes align with relevant industry standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements
Must Have

• 5 or more years of experience in an HR Generalist role with a demonstrated focus on learning and development and employee relations.
• Strong understanding of government contracting processes and related HR requirements.
• Proven expertise in managing FMLA, onboarding, employee relations, and recruiting support functions.
• Ability to design and adapt training programs to meet diverse team needs across the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a high level of professionalism.
• Strong organizational skills with a proactive approach to process improvement.
• Passionate about building and supporting diverse and inclusive teams and cultures.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on excellence.
• Great team player with a collaborative mindset towards the team.
• Ability to work independently, multitask, and drive towards multiple deadlines.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Thoughtfulness, flexibility and a positive attitude.
• Understanding of benefits administration, regulations and governing laws.
• Experience in processing personal data and understanding of confidentiality and data protection legislation.

Supervisory responsibilities
None
Work environment

Work is normally performed in a remote environment.

Physical demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Travel required

The candidate must be located in or willing to commute to the DC Metro area for in-person duties as needed.

Required education and experience

• 5+ years in a People Operations role, with at least 1 year in a talent-focused role.

Preferred education and experience

• Ability to develop, document and implement workflows.

Proficiency Requirement:

The candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in all essential job functions, tools, and processes related to this position within the first 90 days of employment. This includes acquiring a thorough understanding of job-specific responsibilities, systems, and workflows as outlined during onboarding and training. Failure to meet this requirement may result in additional training, reassessment, or other actions as deemed necessary by management.

The base salary range for this position is $92k - $130,478.

This base salary range represents a general guideline. An individual's base salary within that range is determined based on a variety of factors, including (without limitation) the scope, complexities, and responsibilities of the position, the government contract to which the position is assigned, geographic location, market conditions, and the candidate's relevant experience, education, and skills.

GAMA-1 also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, training and career development opportunities, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO - to cover vacation, illness or disability, appointments, emergencies or other situations that require time off from work).

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

GAMA-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), domestic violence victims, political orientation, status as a smoker or tobacco user, hairstyle, use of a service animal, education status, familial status, HIV/AIDS status, height, weight, reproductive healthcare decisions or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

ABOUT GAMA-1

GAMA-1 is a rapidly growing technology business that is based in Greenbelt, Maryland. GAMA-1 Technologies provides strategic information assurance, information security, and business enterprise and networking solutions to the Federal Government. Our success is based on the utilization of industry and agency standards, establishment of standardized processes, and IT Services expertise. At GAMA-1, we believe employees should grow, achieve, and develop just as the company grows, achieves, and develops. GAMA-1 is committed to providing our employees with opportunities for career advancement throughout their employment. For more information, visit www.gama1tech.com.