Human Resources Manager

Our client in Kileen, Texas is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Manager. This is a direct hire role offering the chance to make a significant impact within a government contracting environment. This role is remote‑flexible but requires availability in the office at least four times per month.

Highly respected government contractor that has been supporting clients across the U.S. and abroad for over 20 years.

The Human Resources Manager will lead HR strategy, labor relations, and compliance for a government contracting environment, ensuring adherence to contract‑specific requirements, labor laws, and collective bargaining agreements. This position requires hands‑on leadership in SCA compliance, union workforce management, employee relations, talent acquisition, and HR operations.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for labor relations, grievance administration, and collective bargaining agreements
• Partner with leadership to drive HR strategies for recruitment, retention, succession planning, and workforce development
• Lead HR operations including compensation, benefits, training, compliance, and employee relations
• Support talent acquisition and workforce planning for managerial, exempt, and professional roles
• Ensure compliance with SCA, FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, and other federal labor laws
• Oversee onboarding, compliance training, and security clearance processes for federal contracts
• Participate in audits, investigations, and external reviews to maintain compliance
• Coach, mentor, and develop HR staff to strengthen team capabilities
• Provide guidance on contract‑driven HR scenarios, including furloughs, security delays, government funding freezes, and other compliance‑related issues

• Interpreting and enforcing CBA provisions consistently
• Managing union grievances and investigations, including “just cause” disciplinary actions
• Handling layoffs, seniority‑based reassignments, and contract transitions for union employees

• Onboarding employees to secure installations or federal worksites
• Managing timekeeping, benefits, and H&W compliance across multiple contracts
• Coordinating with PMs, security teams, and FSO to address contract and clearance requirements
• Managing furloughs, reassignments, and workforce adjustments due to government funding changes
• Supporting investigations or terminations while ensuring compliance with CBAs and contract rules

• Investigating employee complaints, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions
• Balancing compliance with employee morale and engagement
• Maintaining thorough documentation for labor disputes and disciplinary decisions

• 5+ years of HR experience in a government contracting environment, with at least 3 years in labor relations and union environments
• Strong knowledge of Service Contract Act, Collective Bargaining Agreements, and federal labor law compliance
• Proven experience with labor negotiations, grievance administration, dispute resolution, and SCA wage/fringe implementation
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field required
• PHR, SHRM‑CP, SPHR, or SHRM‑SCP certification required
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem‑solving skills

• 401k
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Union Labor, SHRM‑SCP, Gov Con HR Operations

dfwHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.

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