Human Resources Manager

Akima is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager with outstanding people skills to manage personnel at the Krome Detention Center to ensure that our human resources programs and initiatives are effective, efficient, and aligned to overall business objectives. Candidates for this role should possess a high work ethic, excellent leadership and communication skills, knowledge of labor laws and HR practices, strategic thinking abilities, strong organizational skills, and excellent interpersonal skills.

** Responsibilities*
* + Partner with management/leadership team to strategically plan, organize, direct, implement, evaluate, and manage the projects' HR needs.

+ Engage with Shared Services departments (Compensation, Benefits, HRIS, Recruiting, Payroll, Compliance, HR Operations, Legal, and Labor Relations) to execute strategic and tactical operations.

+ Lead new hire orientation to ensure onboarding process is complete and in compliance with company guidelines. Make recommendations and implement changes to onboarding process as needed to ensure compliance with policy changes, law changes, etc.

+ Provide performance management guidance to managers for coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions. Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, increase employee engagement, and productivity.

+ Conduct thorough and objective employee relations investigations, assess risk, and determine appropriate courses of action while working closely with Sr. HR Manager.

+ Work with management on adverse employment actions and manage the review of all termination requests to ensure compliance with due process, proper supporting documentation, and adherence to company's policies and/or contractual requirements (CBA, etc.). Engage Legal and Labor Relations, as required.

+ Partner with Operations and Labor Relations in the administration of the collective bargaining agreements. Assist with grievance resolutions and labor-management disputes.

+ Assist Recruiter with recruiting efforts; local outreach and recruiting events, development of job descriptions for job postings; posting job requisitions in iCIMS;
Interviewing and skills testing

+ This position requires that you live within commuting distance from the customer site in Miami Florida.

** Qualifications*
* + Must be a US Citizen.

+ Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

+ Professional Certification (PHR, SPHR, GPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP) preferred.

+ Minimum of 2 years supporting a unionized environment; in-depth knowledge and understanding of labor relations and collective-bargaining agreement administration;

+ Bachelor's degree in human resources, sociology/psychology, organizational effectiveness, business administration, or related area.

+ Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive HR experience as HR Business Partner or HR Manager.

+ Comprehensive knowledge of labor laws, to include both federal and state regulations.

+ Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

+ Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, including presentations; ability to speak confidently and effectively to varied audiences; proven professional writing ability.

+ Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic environment, deal with ambiguity, change, and shifting priorities.

** Job *
* ** Work Type*
* On-Site

** Company Description*
* ** Work Where it Matters*
* Akima Infrastructure Protection (AIP), an Akima company, is not just another federal management operations 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 AIP, 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** , AIP 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** , AIP delivers the trained personnel, equipment, and processes to safeguard federal assets and provides protective services and detention management operations for critical mission requirements.

** As an AIP 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis…