Human Resources Manager

Our client in Kileen, Texas 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.

Company Profile :

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

Human Resources Manager Role

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

CBA / Union Workforce Expertise

Interpreting and enforcing CBA provisions consistently

Managing union grievances and investigations, including â??just causeâ? disciplinary actions

Handling layoffs, seniority-based reassignments, and contract transitions for union employees

GovCon HR Operations & Contract

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

Employee Relations / Investigations

Investigating employee complaints, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions

Balancing compliance with employee morale and engagement

Maintaining thorough documentation for labor disputes and disciplinary decisions

Human Resources Manager Background Profile :

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

Bachelorâ??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

Features and Benefits :

401k

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Vision insurance

Union Labor, SHRM-SCP, GovCon 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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