Human Resources Manager - Akima, LLC

Company Overview:

Work Where it Matters

 

AGS, an Akima company, is not just another federal security solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

 

At AGS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

 

For our shareholders, AGS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

 

For our government customers, AGS delivers the people, equipment, and processes that safeguard federal buildings, military bases, and detention centers while supporting customers’ complex missions.

 

As an AGS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Description:

AGS is looking for a Human Resources Manager to work in Miami, FL.  To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Provide expertise and hands-on support in multiple HR areas including onboarding, contract phase-ins/phase-outs, employee retention, labor relations, employee relations, management coaching, performance management, compliance, and change management.
• Provide guidance to line management for employee coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions. Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, increase employee engagement, and productivity. Act as a resource to employees providing guidance on and interpreting company policy, as well as assuring that employees’ perspectives are heard and considered.
• Conduct thorough and objective employee relations investigations, assess risk, and determine appropriate courses of action while working closely with Senior HR Manager.
• Address adverse employment actions and manage the review of all termination requests to ensure compliance with due process, proper supporting documentation, and adherence to company’s policies and/or contractual requirements.
• Partner with Operations and Labor Relations in the administration of the collective bargaining agreements (CBA). Support CBA negotiations, propose desired contract modifications, and assist with grievance resolutions and labor-management disputes.
• Drive employee feedback by ensuring exit interviews are conducted consistently across the client group and results are shared accordingly. Collaborate with PMO teams on finding effective solutions to actionable employee feedback.
• Conduct management training on employee life-cycle processes, key HR policies, regulatory compliance, and performance management for new Program Managers.
• Working with Benefits department and the company’s third-party administrator, respond to employee leave of absence and/or accommodation requests.
• Act as point-of-contact for guidance on compensation actions, including individual promotions, equity adjustments, and related actions. Partner to ensure all contract-related compensation and benefit actions are taken timely including CBA wage increases and Area Wage Determination adjustments.
• Provide active leadership in support of recruiting and onboarding activities including working with HR Administrator to ensure new hires complete all required onboarding activities and successfully integrate into the workforce.
• Periodic travel to client sites, to support contract phase-ins/phase-outs, or special projects is required (approximately 10%)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, sociology/psychology, organizational effectiveness, business administration, or related area.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive HR experience as HR Business Partner or HR Manager.
• Comprehensive knowledge of labor laws, to include both federal and state regulations.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, including presentations; ability to speak confidently and effectively to varied audiences; proven professional writing ability.
• Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic environment, deal with ambiguity, change, and shifting priorities.
• Demonstrated experience in providing HR support for diverse employee populations of at least 500+ employees.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Professional Certification (PHR, SPHR, GPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP)
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Cognos, and iCims preferred
• Minimum of 2 years supporting a unionized environment; in-depth knowledge and understanding of labor relations and collective-bargaining agreement administration

Job ID:2024-13981Work Type:On-Site