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Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and highly capable HR Director for a once in a lifetime opportunity to build out the HR team and provide support to Parson’s soon to be awarded FAA Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) program. As part of this effort, Team Parsons is partnering closely with the FAA to modernize the national air traffic control system. This role is perfect for a proactive, mission oriented hands-on leader who is ready to develop and implement impactful HR solutions aligned with the program strategy.

The FAA HR Director will report to the FAA HR Leader and work closely with program leaders. The successful candidate will have a hybrid work arrangement and be expected to attend frequent in person meetings in Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C.  They will also be expected to occasionally travel to other U.S. locations as required.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Contribute to standing up and developing management teams tasked with delivering a Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) to the U.S. government.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and managers on HR-related matters, including compensation, employee relations, performance management, talent development, organizational design, change management, and more.
• Contribute to building and developing an new HR Team dedicated to the FAA BNATCS program.
• Collaborate with business leaders, your HR team, and HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to provide seamless HR support and guidance to the business.
• Assess present and future HR needs, trends, and problems, and identify opportunities and actions to support business growth.
• Develop and implement initiatives that focus on enhancing employee experience and/or drive manager engagement with an acute focus on improving overall employee attraction and retention.
• Participate in and/or lead HR projects to drive improved alignment of processes, systems, and interdependencies to manage compliance, improve employee engagement, and achieve business expectations.
• Leverage HR data analytics to support decision-making, assess best practices, and identify areas for improvement.
• Support a variety of business growth activities, including new business proposals, program start-ups, and integration activities for acquisitions within the assigned sector.
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or a related field
• 12+ years of progressive and broad HR experience including 2+ years in a leadership role
• Experience in government contracting
• Proven ability to manage a diverse group of human resource professionals
• Ability to provide direction and resolve complex challenges
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work at all levels of the organization
• Ability to inspire trust, confidence, and consensus among diverse teams or stakeholders
• Strong business acumen and critical thinking skills
• Action and results-oriented

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring:

• Proficiency in Workday.
• Professional certification (PHR or SPHR) or a Master’s degree.
• FAA Experience – direct employment or supporting an FAA program

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Corporate team.

For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation, has shaped the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

Salary Range: $128,700.00 - $231,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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