Principal Generalist, HR

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Principal Generalist, HR

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values:

• We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.
• We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
• We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.
• We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.
• We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company.
  
  

We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.

The Principal HR Generalist will provide the full breadth of HR support to the KBR Government Solutions US (GSUS) functional executives and teams. The HR guidance and support that is provided to the heads of the operations, finance, business development, contracts and procurement, and human resources organizations includes, but is not limited to developing strategies for personnel and organization planning, identifying and achieving the development needs of leaders and teams, administering talent planning, annual salary review, promotion planning, performance management, and all other HR activities and programs, supporting the recruitment and engagement of their staff, and providing analytic support for their decision making.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality customer service and support to GSUS employees, and management.
• Implement and administer employment policies for effective support of strategic Company and Program Management objectives. Compliance and maintenance of the KBR standards, requirements and procedures for human resources activities for associated workforce.
• Provide guidance regarding the interpretation and application of Human Resources policies and procedures while keeping abreast of current employment law compliance/concerns.
• Day to Day administration of the HRIS functions, including required documentation and workflows on the required schedules. Ensure that all records relating to engagement and pay matters are processed correctly and retained for internal audit and compliance purposes.
• Support worker diversity and anti-discrimination policies across all HR areas.
• Support to the employee performance expectations and corrective action process working with Senior HR and the applicable staff Management team(s) where required.
• Support managers and employees in the investigation of and resolution of complex employee relations issues to include dispute resolutions, disciplinary actions and grievances
• May direct resources, prioritize tasks and provide guidance to less experienced team members.
  
  

Qualifications And Skills Requirements

• At least of 5 years' experience in Human Resources and/or related professional discipline
• Additional experience and/or certifications will be considered with preferred education for a total experience and education.
• Experience in HR policies and procedures, with an understanding of HR best practices, current regulations and compliance. Additional experience in staffing processes and tools for relevancy.
• Working knowledge and familiarity of hiring processes, including resource management, documentation and regulations/compliance requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and executive presence – possess the ability to build rapport quickly with HR team members and key cross-functional stakeholders within and across the business. A customer-focused attitude, with a high level of professionalism and discretion is a requirement of the position.
• Additional desired skills of solution-oriented skills and judgment, mature and professional communication skills, both verbal and written. Proactive and self-motivated approach with an attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure when required for surge support.
• Willingness to lead work teams across the organization.
• Fluent and applicable IT skills- including MS Office suites, HR Information Systems and HR Management tools such as Workday, SharePoint.
  
  

Working Model –Hybrid (once or twice a week) local to the Houston, TX office.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Click here to learn more: KBR Benefits

Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer. We Deliver – Together. Click here to learn more: Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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