HR Generalist

HR Generalist Blackrock Strategy, Inc. | Huntsville, AL | On-Site | Full-Time Location Requirement: This is a fully on-site position based at Blackrock Strategy's Huntsville, Alabama office. Remote work and relocation assistance are not authorized for this role. About Blackrock Strategy Blackrock Strategy, Inc. (BrS) provides engineering, operational, analytical, and technical services supporting the Department of War, Intelligence Community, and commercial customers. Our teams support test and evaluation, experimentation, systems integration, operational planning, and technology transition across national security programs. Position Overview Blackrock Strategy is seeking a knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and proactive HR Generalist to support and execute a broad range of human resources functions across the organization. This position is responsible for managing day-to-day HR operations, including recruitment, employee onboarding and offboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, performance management, HR information systems, and regulatory compliance. The HR Generalist serves as a primary point of contact for employees and managers on HR-related matters, ensuring consistent application of company policies, accurate personnel administration, and compliance with applicable employment laws and federal government contracting requirements. The ideal candidate demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism, initiative, and the ability to independently manage HR responsibilities for a federal contracting organization.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Operations and Employee Relations

• Manage daily HR operations, ensuring timely and accurate execution of personnel processes throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Serve as a primary resource for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and employment-related matters.
• Interpret and consistently apply company policies, employment practices, and established HR procedures.
• Provide guidance to managers regarding employee relations matters, workplace concerns, performance expectations, and appropriate documentation.
• Support employee relations activities, including workplace investigations, corrective actions, and conflict resolution, escalating sensitive or complex matters as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in accordance with company policies, record-retention requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Prepare and maintain employment documentation, including personnel actions, employment changes, policy acknowledgments, and separation records.
• Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes, improve employee experiences, and strengthen operational efficiency.

Recruitment, Hiring, and Onboarding

• Coordinate and execute full-cycle recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, candidate communications, and offer preparation.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing requirements, position qualifications, and recruitment priorities.
• Maintain accurate applicant records and recruitment documentation within the applicant tracking system.
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements, including background screenings, employment eligibility verification, and other position-specific requirements.
• Manage new hire onboarding, including orientation, required documentation, benefits enrollment, policy acknowledgments, and coordination with internal departments.
• Ensure timely completion and retention of Form I-9 documentation and other required employment records.
• Coordinate employee transfers, promotions, status changes, and offboarding activities, including exit procedures and required documentation.

Benefits Administration and Leave Management

• Administer employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans, and other company-sponsored benefits.
• Support annual open enrollment activities, employee communications, benefit elections, and coordination with benefit providers and brokers.
• Process and reconcile benefit enrollments, qualifying life events, terminations, and employee eligibility changes.
• Respond to employee benefit inquiries and assist with resolution of enrollment, eligibility, and administrative issues.
• Administer and track employee leave requests in accordance with company policies and applicable laws, including FMLA, ADA, and military leave requirements under USERRA.
• Maintain accurate leave documentation and coordinate with payroll and management regarding employee absences, leave status, and return-to-work requirements.

HRIS, Payroll Coordination, and Reporting

• Maintain and manage employee information within the company's HR information system, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Process employee status changes, compensation updates, benefit deductions, and other HR-related transactions.
• Coordinate with payroll and accounting personnel to ensure timely and accurate processing of employee changes and payroll-related information.
• Prepare and reconcile HR reports related to employee headcount, turnover, recruitment, benefits, leave, and other workforce metrics.
• Monitor HR processes and employee records to identify discrepancies, incomplete documentation, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support the administration and maintenance of HR-related systems, workflows, forms, and reporting tools.

Performance Management and Employee Development

• Coordinate the annual performance management process, including review cycles, employee and manager notifications, documentation, and completion tracking.
• Support managers in administering performance evaluations, employee development plans, and performance improvement processes.
• Maintain accurate performance management records and ensure established deadlines and procedures are followed.
• Track mandatory employee training, policy acknowledgments, and professional development activities.
• Support employee engagement, retention, and organizational development initiatives.

HR Compliance and Federal Contractor Requirements

• Ensure HR processes and employment practices comply with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Support compliance with federal contractor employment obligations, including Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).
• Coordinate required workforce reporting and compliance activities, including EEO-1 and VETS-4212 reporting, as applicable.
• Maintain applicant disposition records, employee self-identification information, personnel documentation, and other required compliance records.
• Support affirmative action and equal employment opportunity compliance activities, including required analyses, recordkeeping, and documentation.
• Assist with internal HR audits, compliance reviews, and responses to regulatory or external information requests.
• Monitor changes in employment laws and regulations and recommend updates to HR policies, procedures, and practices.
• Support compliance with employment eligibility verification, wage and hour requirements, employee accommodations, and applicable leave laws.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive employee information in accordance with company policies and applicable requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive Human Resources experience performing generalist-level responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience independently administering core HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, and HR compliance.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, FLSA, ADA, Title VII, and other applicable employment regulations.
• Experience maintaining employee records and administering HR processes using a Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees, managers, senior leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment, maintain confidentiality, and appropriately address sensitive employment matters.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, recommend solutions, and improve established processes.
• Ability to interpret and consistently apply company policies, procedures, and employment-related requirements.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to work on-site in Huntsville, Alabama, during established business hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional HR certification, such as SHRM-CP or PHR.
• Previous HR Generalist experience within a federal government contracting environment.
• Familiarity with federal contractor employment compliance requirements, including EEO, VEVRAA, Section 503, and applicable workforce reporting obligations.
• Experience using ADP Workforce Now for HR administration, recruiting, benefits, performance management, or employee data management.
• Experience coordinating employee benefit programs, annual open enrollment, and leave administration.
• Experience supporting performance management processes, employee relations matters, and HR policy development.
• Experience working in a small to mid-sized organization where HR professionals manage multiple functional responsibilities.
• Familiarity with government contracting workforce requirements and related employment documentation.

Work Environment

• Fully on-site position at Blackrock Strategy's Huntsville, Alabama headquarters.
• Standard work schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
• Regular interaction with employees, applicants, managers, senior leadership, and internal and external stakeholders.
• Daily use of computers, HR information systems, electronic records, and standard office equipment.
• Work requires the ability to independently manage multiple HR priorities while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
• Occasional schedule adjustments may be required based on business or operational needs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with company matching
• Employer-paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contributions
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral bonus program

Equal Opportunity Employer Blackrock Strategy, Inc. is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination. We recruit, hire, and advance qualified individuals based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also take affirmative action to employ and advance veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Human Resources department at 256-429-3608.