About this role
Terms: Fulltime, hybrid.
About Chartis Federal
Chartis Federal is a premier systems engineering and integration firm specializing in mission-critical IT and communications solutions for law enforcement, homeland security, and defense. As a trusted prime contractor with over $160 million in task order awards, we operate across 22 states and support essential government missions worldwide.
Our commitment to excellence has fueled our year-over-year growth, earning us recognition twice as a Washington Technology FAST 50 company and securing a place on the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years. At Chartis Federal, our mission is clear: keeping heroes safe and connected—on the battlefield, on the border, and in our backyards.
Position Overview
The Human Resources Generalist plays a critical role in executing Chartis Federal’s Human Resources and Recruiting strategies in support of organizational growth, employee engagement, and operational excellence. Reporting to the HR Director, this role provides hands-on support across core HR and recruiting operations, ensuring programs, processes, and employee experiences align with Chartis Federal’s strategic goals.
This position is ideal for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and is passionate about building strong employee experiences, supporting managers, and enabling scalable recruiting and HR operations.
Duties and Responsibilities
HR Operations & Employee Experience
- Support day-to-day HR operations across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, employee records management, and HR documentation.
- Support day-to-day administration of HR systems (including HRIS), ensuring data accuracy and process efficiency.
- Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions related to policies, benefits, and HR processes, escalating issues as appropriate.
- Assist with HR process improvements by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and improve employee and manager experience.
- Assist in administering employee engagement, recognition, and retention initiatives aligned with the organization’s culture and employer-of-choice goals.
- Support reporting on HR and recruiting metrics related to engagement, retention, hiring activity, and workforce trends.
- Support execution of internal communications and HR programs that promote connection, engagement, and alignment across a distributed workforce.
- Maintain accurate and compliant employee records in HR systems and personnel files.
Recruiting & Talent Operations
- Support full-cycle recruiting operations, including job posting, resume screening, interview coordination, candidate communications, and offer process support.
- Partner with hiring managers and the HR Director to ensure a consistent, positive, and compliant candidate experience.
- Assist with onboarding coordination to ensure new hires are effectively integrated into the organization and positioned for early success.
- Maintain recruiting metrics, candidate tracking, and documentation to support data-driven hiring decisions and continuous improvement.
- Support employer branding and recruiting initiatives that strengthen Chartis Federal’s talent pipeline and reputation in the market.
HR Compliance & Process Support
- Assist with maintaining compliance with federal, state, and government contracting employment requirements, including documentation and reporting support.
- Support preparation for HR-related audits, reviews, and internal controls by maintaining organized records and timely responses.
- Help ensure HR policies, procedures, and practices are consistently applied and communicated across the organization.
- Support training tracking and compliance-related workforce requirements.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience in an HR Generalist, HR Operations, or Recruiting role.
- Working knowledge of HR processes, employment compliance, and recruiting operations.
- Experience supporting HRIS systems and applicant tracking systems preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Experience in a government contracting or regulated environment is a plus.
Why Join Chartis Federal?
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Retirement plans with company contributions
- Professional development opportunities and career growth support
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued
At Chartis Federal, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation while supporting critical national security missions. Join us in shaping the future of government contracting and national security solutions. Chartis Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employs qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable law. We participate in E-Verify.