The Human Resources (HR) Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with senior HR management in supporting designated departments. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training, performance management, policy implementation, benefits administration, and employment law compliance.

• Manage the hiring process, including job postings, screening resumes, conducting interviews, and facilitating new employee orientations.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries, addressing concerns, and providing guidance on HR policies and procedures.
• Oversee employee benefits programs, including health insurance and leave of absence management.
• Assist in the development and implementation of employee development programs.
• Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state regulation.
• Coordinate training sessions and professional development opportunities for employees to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations.
• Support payroll processing and timekeeping compliance.
• Conduct fact finding investigations into employee complaints and policies violations providing recommendations to management.
• Participate in onboarding and orientation of new employees.
• Handle employee relations counseling, conflict resolution, and exit interviewing.
• Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).
• Support grievance and disciplinary processes in coordination with union representatives.
• Coordinate and track random monthly drug screening.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of HR experience, preferably in a unionized or government contracting environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Employee is required to maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s license and applicable Government/Army license.
• Employee must be able to obtain Common Access Card within 30 days after starting employment.
• Must be a US Citizen able to pass a background check and drug testing.

Desired Qualifications:

• 42A MOS or civilian equivalent.
• PHR or SHRM-CP.
• Knowledge of labor laws, union contract administration, and HR compliance.
• Experience with multiple CBAs or multi-union environments.

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities 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 AFO, 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, AFO 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, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

As an AFO 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.