Human Resources Operations Specialist

Overview

Steampunk is seeking a Human Resources Operations Specailist to support our corporate and internal customers in Tysons Corner, VA.

The primary responsibilities of the position are to provide administrative support to the Human Resources and Talent Acquisition teams, as well as other corporate departments. The nature of the work requires that the candidate demonstrate initiative, organization, responsibility, customer service skills, and the ability to be flexible and adaptive to a fast-paced, growing and fluid business environment. Helps to improve efficiencies across the Human Resources department through creation of reports, resolution of issues, and monitoring/tracking of business processes related to the team to recommend improvements. The candidate must be able to communicate professionally, effectively and decisively with all levels of the organization, and be able to solve practical problems as well as exercise sound judgement with regard to sensitive and confidential information.

Contributions

Contributions:

• Identify, prioritize, and monitor system and process improvement opportunities, and partner with the team to implement them.
• Support HRIS transaction processing and administration to ensure timely and accurate updates.
• Validate data accuracy, run reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies; maintain system documentation and process maps.
• Conduct employee new hire orientation and help organize training and development initiatives.
• Maintain onboarding workflows to deliver a consistent, positive experience for every new hire.
• Assist in coordinating HR programs and events, such as performance reviews, benefit and policy updates, company surveys, and additional initiatives as needed.
• Maintain accurate employee records, files, and confidential HR correspondence.
• Prepare executive facing reports and presentations and assist with company-wide communications.
• Support integration, migration, and cleanup of employee data across HR systems (ADP WorkforceNow, iCIMS, Fresh Service, and related tools).
• Adapt to evolving business needs by taking on additional responsibilities as required.
• 2-3 days in office Steampunk office in McLean, VA - additional availability as required

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 3-4 years of human resources experience, ideally including onboarding, HRIS administration, or integration/transition projects.
• B.A. or B.S., or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with HRIS and ATS platforms.
• Project management skills: planning, tracking, and delivering against deadlines with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal, writing, and communication skills.
• Detail and action oriented, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work independently.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, especially Excel (data analysis and reconciliation).
• Working knowledge of Human Resources principles and employment compliance.
• Interest in learning new skills and ability to pick things up quickly.
• Local to the DMV area; in the McLean, VA office 2-3 days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with iCIMS, ADP WorkforceNow, and Fresh Service.
• PHR, SHRM-CP, or project management certification (e.g., PMP, CAPM).
• Experience in government contracting or a professional services environment.
• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, or organizational change.

About steampunk

Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $70,000 to $85,000. The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk’s total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors. Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program.