HR Specialist (Federal Compliance), As Needed

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HR Specialist (Federal Compliance), As Needed

Company: JLGOV
Location: Hampton Roads, VA
Type: As-needed, independent contractor
Compensation: Hourly rate billed only for hours worked

About Us

JLGOV is a small government contractor supporting federal customers. We are seeking an experienced HR specialist, on an as-needed basis, to manage our HR operations and keep us compliant with federal contract requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Work with the Office Specialist to manage recruiting from posting through offer, including screening, interviews, and reference and background checks
• Handle onboarding and offboarding, including I-9 verification, E-Verify (if required), and new-hire paperwork
• Verify employee qualifications against contract labor category requirements
• Maintain confidential, audit-ready personnel files
• Support federal contract compliance, including FAR labor clauses, EEO/OFCCP, and Service Contract Act requirements, where applicable (As needed)
• Coordinate clearance paperwork and security briefings with the CEO or Facility Security Officer, as applicable
• Administer benefits, PTO, 401k, and leave
• Update and maintain HR policies and the employee handbook
• Support training, performance reviews, and employee relations
• Serve as point of contact for government compliance reviews of personnel records, with availability on short notice

Schedule

Work is as needed, with added support during audits and contract awards. Prompt responses and reliable deadlines are essential. Hours are billed as used; no minimum guaranteed.

Required Qualifications

• Hampton Roads-area resident, able to meet locally when needed
• U.S. citizen, as required by the nature of our federal contract work
• 5+ years of HR experience in government contracting, with a record of compliant personnel and onboarding practices
• Working knowledge of federal and Virginia employment law (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, I-9) and federal contractor requirements
• Experience with HRIS and benefits administration
• Verifiable references from current or former government contractor clients
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and discretion with sensitive information

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• Experience with OFCCP, Service Contract Act, or Davis-Bacon Act compliance, or supporting government compliance reviews
• Small business experience (<20 employees)

How to Apply

Send your resume, a brief summary of your government contracting HR experience, your availability, and at least three client references.

JLGOV is an equal opportunity employer. Citizenship requirements are based on the nature of our federal contract work. Engagement may be contingent on a background check and any clearance or eligibility requirements tied to our federal contracts.