Position Open: November 24, 2021
Position Close: Until filled

Clark Nexsen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. AAP. Drug-free workplace. E-verify. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Clark Nexsen Inc. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H-1B or any other work visa petitions.

Must apply online through website at www.clarknexsen.com.

Firm Description

When you come to work for Clark Nexsen, you’ll experience a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where imaginative thinking is encouraged and supported. We are a national, transdisciplinary architecture, engineering, and consulting firm, but we believe that our role in making the world better is not limited to design. Our vision and values drive our culture, our work, and our commitment to giving back to our communities through volunteerism and charitable giving.

With 11 offices spanning Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, and Texas, our people shape the future by discovering opportunities to transform the way we live in and experience our world. We believe the best ideas come from collaboration, working across disciplines to inspire innovation and deliver high-performing projects for U.S. and global clients.

We offer generous compensation and benefits, including health, dental, vision, 401k, short and long term disability, paid time off, Aflac, flexible benefits, and legal resources. To learn more about our culture and expertise, please visit www.clarknexsen.com.

Job Description

We seek to hire a Senior Human Resources Generalist in our Virginia Beach, VA office who will be responsible for providing a comprehensive range of complex human resource services in all functional areas of human resources management including but not limited to recruitment and selection; counseling employees and managers to facilitate the resolution of work-related problems, disputes, and employee grievances; classification and compensation; conducting training; policy development and interpretation; benefits administration and payroll liaison. The Senior Human Resources Generalist must maintain the ability to perform the functions of this position while utilizing the utmost in diplomacy, confidentiality, professionalism, and tact.

In collaboration with a cross-functional HR team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of our HR onboarding, policies, programs, projects, and processes. You will receive opportunities to make a meaningful impact, and to develop your project management, leadership, and professional skills.

• HR Administration: Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the HR Director.
• Monitor and evaluate performance feedback/documentation thru the performance management application. Assist managers with documentation and feedback. Coach Managers on best practices, how to have difficult conversations, and proper documentation.
• Talent Acquisition: Participate in community events and job fairs promoting Clark Nexsen career opportunities. Partner with local organizations and colleges/universities to strengthen candidate pool, educate about Virginia Housing, and promote career opportunities.
• Assists with creation of job descriptions and job postings according to approved format.
• Employee Lifecycle: Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to new employee onboarding, employee offboarding and exit interviews, compensation, and benefits; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale and training and development.
• Assist HR Director with conducting exit interviews and consolidate feedback to gain valuable insights in all aspects of the work environment including work culture, day to day concerns, processes, workplace ethics and employee morale.
• Conduct HR and safety related trainings as needed.
• Benefit Administration: Assist with monthly reconciliation and posting of benefit insurance invoices, ensuring the accuracy of proper payment, payroll deductions, and proper allocation for each location.
• Benefit Eligibility and Processing: Manages daily benefits processing including new enrollments, terminations, and status changes. Determine and regularly monitor for benefit eligibility. Document and maintain administrative procedures for benefits processes.
• Assists Director of Human Resources with the planning, delivery, and implementation of Annual Open Enrollment
• Working with HR Director and TPA to provide support in managing all types of leaves focusing on the importance of communication and providing up to date, accurate information regarding the leave to all parties involved.
• Strategic Partnerships: Support ongoing HR development programs to provide an excellent employee experience, including workforce organizational planning, performance review cycle, employee engagement, learning and development, policy changes, and HR process improvements
• Collaborate with the broader team to implement company-wide events and policies to build a strong, united culture around our mission and values.
• Perform any other assignments or tasks as needed or requested by management to assist in accomplishing the organization’s mission, objectives, and goals.
• Occasional travel may be required.

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Human Resources working across multiple services such as Employee Relations, Payroll, Policies, Recruiting, Compensation, Benefits etc.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or Business Management, Psychology, or related field desired, not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) required.
• Preferred licenses or certifications: Professional in Human Resources (PHR), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).
• Must have experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS Systems, preferably UltiPro/UKG Pro.

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a strong capability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the position.
• Ability to deal successfully with problems, problematic situations in a confidential, courteous, and tactful manner.
• Demonstrate interpersonal awareness to effectively build and sustain strong partnerships with trust and credibility across the business.
• Previous experience working with a government contractor and knowledge of OFCCP government contractor requirements will be given additional consideration.
• The ability to think critically, analyze data, and analyze data trends, while being proficient in HR policies and procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Provide a high level of customer service support that is a consistent interpretation and implementation of policies, procedures, and company practices.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities while maintaining consistency of service. Time management skills.

Work is sedentary and often performed in an office setting. Work area is lighted, heated, and ventilated. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.