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Human Resources Generalist

Leonardo DRS
Danbury, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/7/2025

Job ID:110391

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Naval Power Systems' commitment to and investment in our people, products, and customers is the foundation of who we are. We offer a competitive Total Rewards package, generous time off, and a fun and flexible working environment. Some of our great benefits include: comprehensive medical/dental/vision programs, a 9/80 work schedule allowing for every other Friday off (!), a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and an attractive company match, company paid Life & Disability Insurance, a Charitable Match Program & Paid Volunteer Time Off, a Paid Parental Leave program, an Employee Wellness Program, Tuition Assistance & Repayment Programs, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) promoting Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, and so much more!

Job Summary

Join our Danbury, CT team as an HR Generalist. In partnership with the HR Site Lead, you will beresponsible for performing a variety of HR functions which may include: benefit administration, performance and compensation management, recruiting/staffing, employee relations, implementation of policies and procedures, training, HRIS support and employee communications.

What You Will Do
  • Communicate HR policies and procedures
  • May handle terminations and corrective action issues
  • Perform exit interviews with terminating employees
  • Assist with investigations involving harassment, EEOC, and similar types of claims ensuring legal compliance, as directed
  • Comply with all state and federal regulations
  • Assist in administering the compensation program including the execution of the annual performance appraisal process
  • Communicate benefit policies and changes
  • Coordinate open enrollment activities
  • Working with third-party provider, research and resolve complex employee benefit problems and questions
  • Administer leaves of absence, FMLA, workers' compensation and STD/LTD processes
  • Assist managers in conducting needs analysis for open positions
  • Source candidates using a variety of methods (i.e., Internet, career fairs, colleges, etc) from both internal and external sources
  • May process new hires and onboard all new employees
  • Ensure timely submittal and processing of employee data via HRIS systems (original new hire data and changes, as appropriate)
  • Compile statistical reports for the department or regulatory agencies (i.e., DCAA, EEO, AAP, internal audit teams, etc)
  • Work closely with payroll department
  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
  • Work closely with management at all levels
Education & Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field and 2 years of experience in human resource management
  • Background in employment law and other government compliance regulations is preferred
  • Ability to objectively coach employees and management through complex, difficult and emotional issues
  • Ability to research and analyze various different type of data information
  • Ability to make recommendations to effectiveness resolve problems or issues by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work
  • Ability to coach and develop other employees less experienced in HR
  • Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of HR administration
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Working knowledge of various software packages (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, ADP, etc)
  • MS Office skills required HRIS experience preferred
  • SPHR or PHR certification preferred
  • Candidates must be US citizens (no dual citizenship) and meet DRS security standards as imposed by DoD, including the issuance of any necessary security clearance by the US government within a reasonable time after commencement of employment

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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