Director, Human Resources

Work Where it Matters

Akima is not just another global enterprise and federal 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 Akima, 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, Akima 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, Akima delivers agile solutions in the core areas of facilities, maintenance, and repair; information technology; logistics; protective services; systems engineering; mission support; furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E); and construction.

As an Akima 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.

Job Summary:

Akima is looking for an HR Director to join our outstanding team of professionals, apply today!

This position will serve as a consultant and partner to both the senior leaders and management teams for all HR activities related to the Facility Solutions Group, Emerging Markets Group and Technology Solutions & Products Group businesses on human resources-related matters, with the goal of aligning best HR practices to business strategies. This position will report to the vice president, human resources and will lead a team of HR professionals and collaborate with Shared Services departments to deliver solutions that address assigned companies’ needs. The successful candidate will work with the vice president, human resources and HR managers on HR projects and initiatives as required. It is an exciting time of growth at Akima and the HR director will support that growth and help the HR team evolve with process improvement and change management efforts. The successful candidate should have a positive, solutions-oriented mindset and be able to adapt to different working environments. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity. All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions, unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Works with clients to strategically plan, organize, direct, implement, evaluate, and manage human resources needs for assigned businesses.
• Leads and take ownership of initiatives. Set clear expectations and priorities for your team.
• Be a change agent and positively support and promote process improvement and other initiatives.
• Work closely with senior leaders and managers to provide expertise and hands-on support in areas such as workforce planning, onboarding, phase-ins/phase-outs, employee retention, employee relations, management coaching, performance management, terminations, and change management.
• Manages, recommends, and implements remedies to employee relations issues working closely with the vice president, human resources, legal and labor relations.
• Responds to employee and customer questions and concerns regarding the understanding and application of company policies and procedures.
• Performs robust due diligence reviews for all adverse employment actions; prepare documents in support of involuntary terminations; proactively engage the vice president, human resources, and legal over any exposure concerns.
• Facilitates onboarding/orientation and employee training programs, as needed.
• Runs reports, create presentations, and interpret workforce metrics as needed in support of the business.
• Works collaboratively with shared service department teams (compensation, benefits, HRIS, recruiting, payroll, compliance, HR operations, talent development, legal, and labor relations) to address project and/or employees' needs.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Occasional travel may be required (less than 25%).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related area (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as HR business partner or HR manager.
• Minimum of 5 years of government contracting industry experience. 
• Strong knowledge of the Service Contract Act and labor relations.
• Demonstrated experience in providing hands-on support for diverse employee populations (1,000 employees).
• Experience leading, engaging, and motivating teams of HR professionals.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, including presentations; ability to speak confidently and effectively to varied audiences; proven professional writing ability, strong grammar and editing skills. Strong consulting, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.  
• Must be able to work with various departments and work collaboratively to find working solutions for the business. 
• Must be well versed in Microsoft applications like Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Must be able to pass a thorough background check including a credit check. 

• Professional Certification (PHR, SPHR, GPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP) preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of labor laws, to include both federal and state regulations.
• Working experience with union employees and CBAs (collective bargaining agreements) is a plus.
• Experience supporting employees and leaders working outside of the United States.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint, iCIMS, and other relevant software.