HR Generalist

Job ID: req3669
Employee Type: exempt full-time
Division: Human Resources
Facility: Frederick: ATRF
Location: 8560 Progress Dr, Frederick, MD 21701 USA

The Frederick National Laboratory is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.
Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Human Resources (HR) Directorate of Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. (LBR), located in Frederick, MD, is responsible for developing and administering programs that support the recruitment, compensation, development, and performance assessment of the personnel required by LBR to successfully operate the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research.

KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES

The Human Resources Generalist will have a unique opportunity to work in many Human Resources disciplines and work to imbed the core values and employee value proposition into all communications and programs and will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Processing requisition requests and closures
• Assisting programs with temporary agency requests and invoices
• Onboarding and offboarding Trainees and Emeritus staff
• Assisting the TA team with job ads and career fair registrations
• Processing travel requests, communications, and reimbursement for interview candidates
• Validating data
• Managing archived files
• Being point of contact for HR purchases
• Ensuring LBR stays current with labor law posters
• Providing support to HR team members on special projects

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Possession of Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or four (4) years relevant experience in lieu of degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency
• In addition to the education requirement, a minimum of two (2) years of Human Resources related experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to understand, navigate, and adhere to administrative policies and procedures
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and employee privacy
• Ability to maintain professional and approachable demeanor to effectively handle employee inquiries and maintain good employee relations
• Demonstrated knowledge of the human resources field
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• Experience working with ATS/HRMS/HRIS systems (Cornerstone and/or Costpoint would be a plus)
• Understanding of state and federal employment regulations
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced Human Resources Department
• Ability to communicate with all levels of employees and management; excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Commitment to Diversity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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