Job Description

HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST/RECRUITER | SILVER SPRING, MD

Nexight Group is seeking a Human Resources (HR) Generalist/Recruiter to build out its HR and recruiting infrastructure. This is a new position and a hands-on role that will provide full-cycle human resources support to Nexight employees.

The HR Generalist will engage in a wide range of HR tasks, including employee relations, talent acquisition, policy and process development, and employment law compliance. The successful candidate will help grow Nexight’s HR and recruiting infrastructure, in some areas from scratch, and own the recruiting pipeline.

Because the HR Generalist will support senior company leadership’s efforts to define and grow Nexight’s unique, inclusive culture, ideal candidates should be passionate about company culture, and exhibit high EQ.

Nexight Group is a small technical and management consulting firm working for a variety of clients in many topic areas. Adaptability, critical thinking, and genuine curiosity are all equally important to skills and subject matter expertise.

OBJECTIVES OF THE ROLE    

Applicants should have the necessary skills to perform the following job responsibilities:[1]     

•         Evaluate the company's current HRIS/benefits platforms and identify areas for improvement

•         Ensure legal compliance of HR state and federal regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies and/or procedures as required

•              Conduct and improve a performance and compensation review cycle, process for promotion, and      monitoring of compensation equity and career tracks

•              Execute and improve the employee onboarding/offboarding processes

•         Create and manage all job requisitions and direct role sourcing

•         Collaborate with hiring managers to understand the needs and roles to be filled and be fully responsible for the recruitment process from beginning to end

•         Manage annual employee survey process and make recommendations for improvements based on observed trends

•         Manage and administer internal employee training program

•         Collaborate on diversity, inclusion, and belonging to ensure alignment with the overall people, business, and goals    

•         Comfortably speak in public and address employees in an all-hands setting regarding policies, procedures, and changes to benefits

•         Conduct exit interviews, analyze data for trends, and make recommendations for change

•         Undertake other duties or tasks as assigned by the Director of Accounting & Administration

•         Suggest new procedures and policies to continually improve efficiency of the HR department and organization as a whole, and to improve employee experience

Work location will be in Silver Spring, MD, but some telework and flexible scheduling may be permitted.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

●        Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience

●        3–10 years of related experience

●        Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills

●        Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

●        Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

●        Strong interpersonal and conflict management skills

●        Proven ability to build strong relationships and collaborate with internal stakeholders at all levels

●        Familiarity with a variety of HR topics including medical insurance, 401k, HSA programs, etc.

●        Knowledge of employment-related laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies

●        Ability to acquire an understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and their related administrative practices

●        Experience developing and revising job descriptions, as well as screening applicants and selecting qualified candidates to move forward in the interview process

●        Experience identifying and implementing efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on available roles, industry standards, and organizational needs

●        Familiarity and awareness of modern Diversity, Equity and Inclusion methods

Preferred

●        Master’s degree in human resources

●        SHRM-SCP Certification

WHY NEXIGHT GROUP?

We believe in hiring the best people possible and creating a stimulating work environment where employees can have fun and excel professionally. We’re a small firm with a family atmosphere, and we value a work-life balance. At Nexight Group, you will not be bogged down in bureaucratic processes, but you will be challenged to perform at a high level, even outside your area of expertise. Employees visibly contribute to the success of the company, and are empowered to manage their careers and encouraged to explore professional interests.

TO APPLY

Please send all information to careers@nexightgroup.com and reference the job title for which you are applying in the subject line of your email. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT A COVER LETTER WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. 

All full-time employees of Nexight Group receive a competitive salary and attractive benefits, including medical and dental insurance, company contributions to employee health savings accounts (HSAs), company 401(k) contributions, profit sharing, and an annual bonus program.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. PRINCIPALS ONLY. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Priority referrals of protected veterans desired. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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