Hybrid HR Generalist III

at Kentro

• Job title: HR Generalist III
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $105,000 - $115,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Baltimore, United States

About the role

• HR Generalist III focusing on employee relations and supporting managers at Kentro. Join a collaborative HR team dedicated to advancing customer missions and fostering growth.

Responsibilities

• Support the Business Partners in serving as a trusted advisor to business leaders regarding HR policies, processes, and best practices that drive employee engagement and productivity.
• Provide hands-on, day-to-day support to managers and employees by providing coaching and counseling.
• Provide guidance to managers on employee development and performance improvement plans.
• Support in investigating employee concerns, document findings, and assist in resolution, escalating complex cases to the HR Business Partner.
• Coach managers on effectively leveraging HCM and other systems to manage their workforce.
• Conduct and analyze stay and exit interviews to capture trends and risks, escalating urgent concerns appropriately.
• Stay informed on employment laws, regulations, and proven practices to drive positive business outcomes.
• Support cyclical HR processes, including performance management, compensation, talent management, and employee engagement.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with government regulations (FLSA, FMLA, EEO, OFCCP, and FAR requirements).
• Support HRIS data integrity and reporting.
• Escalate high-level and/or strategic matters to the relevant Business Partners.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree, ideally in Human Resources Management or Organizational Psychology.
• 4-6 years of Human Resources experience in roles of progressively increasing scope, including 3 years of experience in providing coaching to front-line managers and advising business leaders.
• Recent experience working for a Government Contractor.
• Experience with handling employee relations in both exempt and non-exempt workforces.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels, from front-line employees to executives.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Prior direct experience in various sub-functions of HR, with a strong focus on employee relations and performance management.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment, applying strong judgment and independent thinking to solve problems.
• Critical thinker and analytical-minded with proven ability to diagnose and escalate issues.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices.

Benefits

• paid time off
• healthcare benefits
• supplemental benefits
• 401k including an employer match
• education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development
• flexibility for courses and certifications
• virtual and in-person activities – e.g., happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations