Human Resource Generalist-Gov Con

Versability Resources
$72000-79000
United States, Virginia, Hampton
Oct 14, 2026
About VersAbility Resources VersAbility Resources is a nonprofit based in Hampton, Virginia, dedicated to empowering people of all abilities to thrive. For more than 70 years, we've provided employment, workforce development, residential, community living, and business services that promote independence, inclusion, and opportunity. Join a mission-driven organization where your work supports employees, strengthens communities, and creates meaningful opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Role Overview Lead Employee Relations. Support Multi-State Operations. Make a Meaningful Impact. Are you an experienced HR professional who enjoys solving workplace challenges, making independent decisions, and supporting employees and leaders across multiple locations? VersAbility Resources is seeking a confident, solutions-oriented Human Resources Generalist to serve as the primary HR partner for our West Coast Government Contract operations, based in Hampton, Virginia. Employee relations is a key focus of this position. You'll independently manage employee relations matters from initial concern through investigation, resolution, and follow-up. You'll assess workplace concerns, interpret policies, evaluate risks, and make sound decisions within your authority. Beyond employee relations, you'll support recruitment coordination, onboarding, performance management, benefits, compliance, HRIS management, and personnel administration across our San Diego, Hawaii, and New Mexico operations. Experience supporting California employees is especially valuable. Your work will strengthen manager effectiveness, improve employee experiences, and promote consistent HR practices. By supporting the people behind our government contracts, you'll help advance VersAbility's mission of creating employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. If you're ready to take ownership, apply your expertise, and make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply. What You'll Do Employee Relations & Workplace Investigations Independently manage employee relations matters from initial complaint through investigation, resolution, documentation, and follow-up. Conduct objective, confidential workplace investigations involving employee complaints, misconduct, policy violations, and conflicts. Evaluate findings, interpret policies, assess risks, and make well-supported decisions within established authority. Advise managers on performance, attendance, conduct, corrective actions, and conflict resolution. Navigate sensitive employee matters across multiple states, recognizing when consultation or escalation is appropriate. Promote consistent employment practices, accountability, and positive employee experiences. Maintain confidential investigation records and employee relations documentation. Identify recurring concerns and recommend improvements to workplace practices. Multi-State HR Partnership & Compliance Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned Government Contract employees and managers. Provide guidance on federal and state employment requirements, including California employment laws and wage and hour practices. Support operations in San Diego, Hawaii, New Mexico, and future contract locations. Coordinate disability-related employment documentation with the Quality & Compliance team. Support training, recertifications, personnel audits, and contract compliance activities. Travel periodically to organizational offices and government contract sites. Human Resources Operations & Employee Support Coordinate employee changes, including hires, transfers, promotions, compensation adjustments, leaves, and separations. Support recruitment, interviews, candidate communications, pre-employment requirements, and onboarding. Guide hiring managers on compliant interviewing and selection documentation. Maintain personnel files, confidential records, and HRIS information in Paychex. Prepare HR reports, compliance documentation, employee tracking logs, and metrics. Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee inquiries with Payroll and Benefits. Provide responsive HR support and identify opportunities to improve processes and service delivery. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience, preferably in an HR Generalist, Coordinator, or Administrator role. Hands-on employee relations experience, including workplace investigations, employee complaints, performance concerns, conflict resolution, and corrective actions. Ability to independently assess employee relations matters, interpret policies, evaluate risks, and make well-documented decisions. Working knowledge of employment laws, HR compliance, onboarding, and personnel administration. Experience using HRIS/payroll systems. Strong communication, analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality, manage priorities, and exercise sound judgment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field; equivalent experience considered. Experience supporting California employees, including employment laws, wage and hour requirements, leave administration, and employee relations. Experience with multi-state operations, government contracts, or compliance-driven organizations. Paychex experience. PHR, SHRM-CP, or related HR certification. Work Environment & Physical Requirements This hybrid position is based in Hampton, Virginia, supporting employees, managers, and government contract operations across multiple locations. Occasional travel to organizational offices, contract sites, employee meetings, investigations, and training may be required. Candidates must be able to perform the essential duties and physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Schedule This is a full-time, hybrid position with the following Eastern Time schedule: Monday-Tuesday: Remote \| 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Wednesday-Friday: Onsite \| 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Candidates must be flexible to adjust their schedules based on business needs and to support employee relations and HR operations across Pacific and Hawaii-Aleutian time zones. Why Join Us Your HR expertise can strengthen workplace relationships, support employees across multiple states, and advance a mission that creates opportunities for people with disabilities. At VersAbility Resources, you'll have the opportunity to: Own employee relations. Independently manage investigations, workplace concerns, and resolutions while making meaningful decisions. Be a trusted HR partner. Guide employees and managers through challenges while strengthening communication and accountability. Expand your multi-state expertise. Support government contract operations across California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and additional locations. Make a mission-driven impact. Support the employees who deliver essential services and create opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Grow professionally. Build expertise in employee relations, compliance, investigations, and HR operations. *Enjoy a collaborative, hybrid environment. Join an HR team committed to continuous improvement and professional growth. If you're ready to take ownership of employee relations while supporting broader HR operations, we'd love to hear from you. How to Apply Apply online through VersAbility Resources' careers site. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at wehire@versability.org. Equal Opportunity Employer VersAbility Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We value diversity and encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Certain positions are performed under the federal AbilityOne Program and are subject to applicable contractual and program requirements."VersAbility Resources - Serving People with Disabilities of All Ages - is a national nonprofit organization based in Hampton, Virginia, committed to empowering people with disabilities to live, work, and thrive as active members of our communities. Serving over 1,500 individuals and their families annually, VersAbility offers a comprehensive range of programs and services, including early childhood, residential, day support, workforce training, and diverse employment opportunities. VersAbility is committed to a drug-free workplace in line with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, ensuring a safe, productive environment. It also promotes equal opportunity for all, offering reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to perform job duties. For assistance with applications, people can contact 757-896-6461.