Director of Human Resources - (CORP0022_COMPANY_1.1)

Corporate Director of Human Resources & Recruiting [Hybrid]
Location: Virginia Beach, VA (Corporate Headquarters)
Company: StratasCorp Technologies - DoD Contractor with Domestic & OCONUS Employees
StratasCorp Technologies, a rapidly growing mid-sized government contractor supporting the Department of Defense, is seeking an experienced Director of Human Resources & Recruiting to lead and mature the company's HR and Recruiting function. With a workforce of approximately 280 employees across multiple U.S. states and several OCONUS locations, this role requires a seasoned HR leader who is equally comfortable setting strategy and rolling up their sleeves to execute day-to-day operations.
The Director of HR & Recruiting will oversee a small team (2-3 HR professionals) and serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership. This individual must be a proactive, solutions-oriented professional with deep experience in government contracting, compliance, employee relations, and full-spectrum HR and Recruiting operations. The ideal candidate brings both the judgment of a senior leader and the agility of a hands-on practitioner.

Primary Responsibilities
HR Operations & Compliance

• Lead all HR functions including onboarding, offboarding, compensation administration, HRIS management, and personnel recordkeeping for domestic and OCONUS employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and international employment laws, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, and country-specific labor requirements.
• Maintain and enforce HR policies, SOPs, and employee handbook updates; ensure alignment with FAR, DFARS, and contract-specific HR requirements.
• Oversee HR audits, internal controls, and documentation required for government contracts and security-sensitive environments.

Benefits, Compensation & Payroll

• Manage all employee domestic and global benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA/HSA, and voluntary benefits.
• Lead annual benefits renewal, broker relationships, plan design evaluation, and cost-containment strategies.
• Administer Workers Compensation, Longshore & Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA), and Defense Base Act (DBA) programs; coordinate annual audits and claims management.
• Serve as the primary administrator for the company's 401(k) plan, including oversight of the annual 5500 audit and vendor relationships.
• Partner with Finance to support biweekly payroll processing; manage wage garnishments, court-ordered withholdings, and payroll compliance.

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Serve as the senior point of contact for all employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective actions, conflict resolution, and coaching.
• Oversee the performance management process, including goal setting, evaluations, and leadership development initiatives.
• Provide guidance to managers on employee engagement, retention strategies, and workforce planning.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Development

• Oversee the applicant tracking system (Deltek Talent Management) and ensure compliance with OFCCP and government-contracting hiring requirements.
• Support recruiting strategy, job classification, compensation benchmarking, and offer development.
• Administer and track all mandatory government-required training for contract compliance.

Strategic Leadership

• Advise executive leadership on organizational design, culture, succession planning, and HR best practices.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and HR modernization.
• Lead HR initiatives that support company growth, contract expansion, and workforce readiness.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 12+ years of progressive HR experience , including at least 5+ years in a senior HR leadership role supporting a small-to-mid-sized organization.
• 7+ years of experience working for a government contractor , with strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, SCA, and contract-specific HR compliance.
• Demonstrated experience managing HR operations for a distributed workforce, including OCONUS employment and country-specific labor considerations.
• 5+ years of direct experience managing employee benefit programs , including 401(k) administration and Workers Compensation/DBA/LHWCA programs.
• Proven experience conducting employee relations investigations, managing performance issues, and advising senior leadership.
• Strong proficiency with HRIS systems, Microsoft Word, Excel, and data reporting.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and partner at all levels.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• SPHR or PHR certification (SPHR strongly preferred).
• Experience with Deltek Talent Management and/or Deltek Costpoint.
• Experience with selection and implementation of HRIS systems.
• Prior leadership of a small HR team, including coaching and developing HR staff.
• Experience supporting employees in secure or classified environments.
• Knowledge of international employment practices, particularly in regions where DoD contractors commonly operate.
• Experience developing HR metrics, dashboards, and data-driven decision-making tools.
• Experience with payroll platforms such as Paychex.
• Background in organizational development, change management, or leadership training programs.

StratasCorp provides a complete compensation package with competitive wages and benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA & HSA accounts, disability and other income protection benefits, life insurance, paid personal time-off benefits, paid holidays, and a 401(k) Saving Plan with a company matching contribution.
StratasCorp is committed to equal opportunity in employment. We actively seek to build an inclusive environment and a diverse and talented workforce, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Job Requirements

Security Clearance
Not Required

Certification Required

Job Type
Full-time

StratasCorp provides a complete compensation package with competitive wages and benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA & HSA accounts, disability and other income protection benefits, life insurance, paid personal time-off benefits, paid holidays, and a 401K Saving Plan with a company matching contribution.

StratasCorp is committed to equal opportunity in employment, actively seeking to build a diverse and talented workforce, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.