Human Resources Operations Specialist

Company: Mount Valley Foundation Services

About the Role

• Serve as a member of the HR Operations Center of Excellence as part of a centralized team to deliver best-in-class HR services and Employee Relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Employee Relations
• Support HR Generalists in providing guidance on employee relations matters, performance management, investigations, and corrective action.
• Support HR Generalists to conduct Employee Relations investigations with detailed documentation.
• HR Systems, Engagement, and Reporting
• Collaborate within the immediate HR team, with Division HR Business Partners, and cross-functionally with Payroll, Benefits, Talent Acquisition, and Legal.
• Leverage Workday to process HR transactions, including employee data changes, position management and onboarding workflows.
• Support compliance audits and maintain required employment documentation.
• Ensure compliance with multi-state employment laws, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of HRIS transactions while maintaining data integrity.
• Prepare HR reports and provide insights and trends to drive business objectives.
• General Duties
• Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and job aids to align with business and HR processes. Ensure documentation is clear, accessible, and promotes operational efficiency.
• Collaborate on initiatives to build a positive workplace culture and enhance internal communication.
• Guide and support managers and employees through performance appraisal processes.
• Assist in developing and implementing action plans based on engagement survey results.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 0-1 years of HR experience, preferably in a specialist capacity.
• Preferred background in Field support.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Office Suite and other data management tools.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling employee relations matters and conducting investigations is preferred.
• Experience in coaching leaders.
• Proficiency in Workday HRIS, including transaction processing and reporting is preferred.
• Certification in HR (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus.

Working Conditions & Compensation

• This role is onsite in either Virginia Beach, VA or Irving, TX.
• Occasional travel to field locations as needed (up to 10%).
• May be allowed up to one (1) remote day per week.
• The compensation range for this role is $50,000-$70,000.
• Anticipated salary range in Texas: $46,170.19 - $61,560.25.
• Salary is based on experience.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment.
• Visual and auditory ability to read, interpret, and communicate effectively.

What We Provide

• Competitive Pay
• Employee Company Ownership Opportunities
• Industry Leading Training Programs
• Leadership Development and Career Growth Tracks
• Comprehensive and Affordable Benefits Package
• Top Workplace with Award Winning Culture