Human Resources Specialist - NSS

Nova Space Solutions, LLC (NSS) is a joint venture between Wolf Creek Federal Services, Inc. (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chugach Government Solutions, LLC) and Amentum Technology, Inc. When you join NSS, you also become a part of a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture.

The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, Chugach Government Solutions, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, has been supporting critical missions as a government contractor for over 25 years. We are proud to have built, and continue to foster, an incredibly talented team spanning across the globe in hundreds of different fields - each team member proud to serve our country with first-class business services, while also making a difference for our Chugach shareholders.

Empowering employees is a part of our core, and that focus is one of the ways we build and foster high-performing teams. We empower our employees through competitive compensation and benefits package, professional growth opportunities, truthful communication, and more!

If you are looking for an opportunity to serve something bigger than yourself; if you want your day job to be one that creates meaningful value; if you are looking for an environment that highly values employees and respects individual differences - then Nova Space Solutions may be the right fit for you!

Position is based at Stennis Space Center, MS. Ability to travel between company worksites, including Michoud Assembly Facility, as needed (estimated 20%).

We're looking for an early HR professional who is service-minded, organized, and enjoys keeping HR operations running smoothly across two locations: NASA Stennis Space Center in Mississippi and NASA Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans, Louisiana.

This is a hands-on role focused on onboarding, employee support, personnel transactions, records management, orientation, reporting, and day-to-day HR coordination. It's a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their HR career while gaining broad, hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.

Our HR team is in an exciting stage of growth and improvement. We are strengthening processes, improving systems, and creating a better employee experience. This role offers the opportunity to make an impact and help build something great.

The salary range for this role is $55,000 - $60,000 based on experience.

Essential Job Duties:

• Process personnel transactions accurately and timely.
• Manage onboarding activities, including new hire paperwork and E-Verify.
• Facilitate New Hire Orientation.
• Maintain employee files, records, and data accuracy.
• Support benefits administration and respond to routine employee questions.
• Provide guidance on basic HR policies, procedures, leave administration, and workplace practices.
• Support recruiting activities, including job postings, interview coordination, and candidate communication.
• Prepare HR reports, presentations, and employee communications as needed.
• Partner with employees and managers to support day-to-day HR operations across both locations.
• Travel between locations as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Timely, accurate completion of assigned work.
• Responsive and professional service to employees and managers.
• Managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Maintaining accurate records and confidential information.
• Clear communication and reliable follow-through.
• Professionalism, sound judgment, and teamwork.
• Adaptability and responsiveness in a changing environment.
• Contributing to a positive, organized, and efficient HR team.

Mandatory:

• Minimum 2-3 years of HR experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience in onboarding, records management, talent acquisition, benefits, or HR operations.
• Working knowledge of basic HR practices and employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, and EEO princciples.
• Strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable presenting to groups, facilitating orientations, and creating professional communications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass required background checks, drug testing, and maintain required site access/clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required to obtain and maintain site access.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a union environment.
• Experience with HRIS systems, system implementations, or process improvements.
• Graphic design or visual communication skills (PowerPoint, flyers, training materials, etc.).
• HR certification (aPHR, SHRM-CP, or similar).

Working Conditions:

• Work is typically sedentary in nature and performed in an office setting.

Chugach Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Chugach will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any of its subsidiaries, please email ada@chugachgov.com.

Chugach Government Solutions supports pay transparency and is committed to equitable and competitive compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be determined based on factors including job responsibilities, experience, skills, internal equity, geographic location, and applicable contract requirements. Where required by law, compensation ranges will be provided to candidates during the hiring process.